Yosemite West Travel Guide
Yosemite National Park




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Popular places to visit

Yosemite Valley
From Yosemite Falls to Half Dome and El Capitan, you can see some of the most stunning scenery in the world from Yosemite National Park’s central valley.

Yosemite Falls
You may hear these thundering falls, which are among the top 10 tallest in the world, before you see them in California’s Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
Explore the lovely green spaces of Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance and also enjoy the hiking trails in Yosemite National Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Half Dome
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Half Dome during your travels in Yosemite National Park. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Yosemite Visitor Center
Discover the geological history of the Yosemite Valley, pick up trail maps and shop for souvenirs at this portal to Yosemite National Park.

Glacier Point
Witness a superb panorama of the Yosemite Valley from this viewing point and spot soaring canyons, plunging falls and granite cliffs along the rugged valley skyline.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour

Yosemite National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour

Yosemite National Park Valley Highlights Tour

Private Yosemite Walking Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

Yosemite Valley Tour with Transport from Oakhurst
Top hotels in Yosemite West

Yosemite View Lodge
We loved the comfy room and being next to the roaring river
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Tenaya at Yosemite
this is a gem. amenities, bikes, smores, the bar, the restaurant. the pools. the game room, just perfect for family and non. perfect base camp to visit the park. is not in the valley but you'll forget about quick.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Curry Village
Fantastic location, felt exciting to stay there. Great showers. Great amenities like restsurant
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
would visit again for sure!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
The whole lodge was way more than we expected. Great place to stay especially with kids.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Yosemite Valley Lodge
very nice location inside the valley, room is dark and looks dated but clean. A short walk to the Yosemite fall. Cafe food is not that good and very pricy for the quality.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
