Half Dome, Yosemite National Park

Condé Nast TravelerJul 10

The Best Airbnbs Near Yosemite National Park for a One-of-a-Kind Getaway

Take in mountain views all day long from these homes.

iconic peak in Yosemite

20 things in this story

Half DomeSighticonic peak in Yosemite
El CapitanSightmajestic granite face in Yosemite
Glacier PointSightstate of California.
MariposaNeighborhoodlocation of a retreat with panoramic nature views
Tunnel ViewSightview of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridal Veil Falls
Bridal Veil FallsSightstream rushing into the valley below
Ahwahnee HotelHotelThe Ahwahnee is a grand hotel in Yosemite National Park, California, on the floor of Yosemite Valley.
OakhurstNeighborhoodlocation of a home designed as a basecamp for adventure
FallingwaterMuseumFrank Lloyd Wright house that inspired a Yosemite retreat
Yosemite WestHotellocation of a family-friendly home
Canyon LodgeSightnearby attraction in Mammoth Lakes
SonoraNeighborhoodlocation of a budget-friendly A-frame
Pine Mountain LakeSight
downtown GrovelandNeighborhood
Downtown MariposaNeighborhood
Zephyr Whitewater ExpeditionsPlace
Oakhurst Town CenterNeighborhood
Bass LakeSight
Half Dome VillageNeighborhood
Yosemite Ski and Snowboard AreaSight

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OutsideMay 21

I Used to Work in Yosemite. This Is What the New No-Reservation Rules Really Do to the Park.

The feds eliminated Yosemite National Park's entry reservation system for 2026, leading to gridlock, towing, and massive lines. But visitors can still make the most of a trip. Here's what to know before you visit this summer.

visible from Curry Village

15 things in this story

Half DomeSightvisible from Curry Village
Camp 4Neighborhoodoverflow parking lot
El Cap MeadowSightmeet friend here
FirefallFestivalYosemite’s Firefall usually reaches peak viewing this time every year.
Yosemite LodgeNeighborhoodThe lodging accommodation is close to Yosemite Falls.
Yosemite ConservancyPlacemanages Climber Steward position
YARTSPlacebus service from Yosemite Village
WalmartPlaceWalmart Inc.
Curry VillageNeighborhoodshops, lodges, eateries
Village StoreMarketgrab snacks early
ClimbingPlaceOutside’s sister publication
AramarkPlace
NPSPlace
Yosemite VillageNeighborhood
Facebook MarketplacePlace

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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

5 sights in this story

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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Half Dome

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The Best Airbnbs Near Yosemite National Park for a One-of-a-Kind Getaway

I Used to Work in Yosemite. This Is What the New No-Reservation Rules Really Do to the Park.

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