Merced River, Yosemite National Park

Smithsonian MagazineMay 15

These 15 Breathtaking Photos of Yosemite National Park Will Have You Planning Your Next Vacation to the Great Outdoors

The park’s picturesque peaks, wonderful waterfalls and towering trees aren’t just photo opportunities; they’re visual poetry. And they’re just some of the reasons to love Yosemite

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Half DomeSightIt is a well-known rock formation in the park, named for its distinct shape.
El CapitanSightThe granite monolith is about 3,000 feet (914 m) from base to summit along its tallest face and is a world-famous…
Glacier PointSightstate of California.
Yosemite FallsSightLocated in the Sierra Nevada of California, it is a major attraction in the park, especially in late spring when the…
Merced RiverSightIt flows from the Sierra Nevada into the San Joaquin Valley and is best known for its steep course through the southern…

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These 15 Breathtaking Photos of Yosemite National Park Will Have You Planning Your Next Vacation to the Great Outdoors