Yosemite National Park

We have spent the past four days here in Yosemite and I feel like it wasn't nearly long enough.  This is truly one of the jewels of our national parks system.  We booked a tent cabin in Curry Village and it had beds for four, so it was extra roomy for just the two of us.  We liked Camp Curry because it was so close to the restaurants, grocery store, and bar...the only drawback is that you are in close proximity to your neighbors.  But, let's face it, Yosemite in the summer time is a very crowded place so if you don't enjoy mingling with your fellow man it is probably best to visit off-season.

We did two hikes while we were here.  The first of the two was the popular (and rewarding) Vernal Fall trail.  As you get close to the waterfall the spray makes the narrow trail very slippery, so watch your step.  It's best to get a very early start if you want to avoid the crowds.

The hike to Yosemite Falls the next day was much more tranquil.  Either it's not as popular or we just got an earlier start that morning.  Either way, there was hardly anyone on the trail and we were treated to some stunning views of the valley below.

One of the most relaxing ways to see the park is from the Merced River.  We had a nice, cool ride after our hike.

A highlight of the visit was the one-man performance of "An Evening With John Muir" at the Yosemite Theater (near the Valley Visitors Center).  The actor, Lee Stetson, channels the character of Muir perfectly.  I am not very familiar with Muir's writings other than what I had to read in high school, but he made the words come alive on stage.

Some more shots from our fantastic stay in Yosemite.  We will definitely be back again.

California Tunnel Tree in Mariposa Grove

View of Yosemite Falls from Glacier Point

The stunning Yosemite Valley

Curry Village Cabins
Book online or by phone 801.559.4884.  (For campsite reservations, call 877.444.6777)

Yosemite Conservancy Theater Programs
Performance dates and ticket costs vary, but the shows start promptly at 7pm