National Park & Nature

Yosemite National Park

📍 Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Village, CA, USA

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, California
Category: National Park & Nature
Duration: 2-3 days
Opening Hours: Daily Open 24 hours · Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 09:00-17:00; the east entrance is controlled by snow conditions in winter
Ticket Price: Adult: USD 35 per vehicle (7 days) · Non-US residents aged 16+ pay an extra USD 100 each; non-resident annual pass USD 250
Address: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Village, CA, USA
Coordinates: 37.8393, -119.5165

Introduction

Yosemite National Park is one of America's most famous and magnificent national parks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In California's Sierra Nevada, it features breathtaking granite cliffs (El Capitan, Half Dome), spectacular waterfalls (Yosemite Falls, one of North America's tallest) and the iconic Yosemite Valley — one of the world's most popular natural destinations. Yosemite Valley — ~12 km long, ~1 km wide glacial valley flanked by towering granite cliffs. El Capitan — the world's largest single granite rock (~900 m vertical). Half Dome — Yosemite's most iconic landmark; climbing it is a classic American hiking challenge. Yosemite Falls — ~739 m total drop. Tunnel View offers classic valley panoramas. Visiting for the world's most spectacular granite valley is a must-do California experience.

✨ Highlights

El Capitan

World's largest single granite rock (~900 m) — climber's mecca.

Half Dome

Most iconic landmark; climbing it is a classic challenge.

Yosemite Falls

~739 m total drop — one of North America's tallest.

UNESCO Heritage

UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

🛈 Practical Info

→Half Dome：Climbing Half Dome requires a permit.

→El Capitan：Rock climbing requires professional gear and experience.

→Tunnel View：Classic viewpoint for valley panoramas.

→Season：Spring (Apr-May) for waterfalls; summer (Jun-Sep) best weather.

→Combine：Pair with Kings Canyon, Sequoia and Lake Tahoe.

→Transportation：By car (about 3.5 hours from SF)

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours

Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 09:00-17:00; the east entrance is controlled by snow conditions in winter

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	USD 35 per vehicle (7 days)

Non-US residents aged 16+ pay an extra USD 100 each; non-resident annual pass USD 250

💡 Tips

• Climbing Half Dome requires a permit.

• Spring (Apr-May) for waterfalls; summer (Jun-Sep) best weather.

• Pair with Kings Canyon, Sequoia and Lake Tahoe.

• Opening, permits and road conditions are subject to NPS official notice.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Yosemite National Park?

Monday: Open 24 hours; Tuesday: Open 24 hours; Wednesday: Open 24 hours; Thursday: Open 24 hours; Friday: Open 24 hours; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours; Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 09:00-17:00; the east entrance is controlled by snow conditions in winter