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Glacier Point
Ollie #1 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 169 reviews
This rustic geological formation is most famous for the magnificent sunsets that can be viewed from its top.
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Half Dome
Ollie #2 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 58 reviews

NOTE: As of January 13, 2012, more details were released about the new lottery process for Half Dome permits (this is a temporary process in places only for 2012 as of now... more »

Attraction type  Geologic Formations
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Tunnel View
Ollie #3 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 90 reviews
Attraction type  Lookouts
Distance  29.2 km from city centre
Tioga Pass
Ollie #4 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 48 reviews

Tioga Pass is the only Yosemite entrance on the eastern side of the Park.  Tioga Road / Highway 120 is a beautiful drive, but it helps to be prepared.  This scenic drive demands... more »

Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Yosemite Falls
Ollie #5 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 129 reviews
The fifth tallest waterfall in the world, Yosemite Falls is the centerpiece of Yosemite National Park.
Attraction type  Waterfalls
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Vernal Fall
Ollie #6 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 73 reviews
Owner description: Though not as tall as Yosemite Falls, Vernal Fall is popular for the green foliage that surrounds it year-round and the rainbow mist it produces as...... more » Owner description: Though not as tall as Yosemite Falls, Vernal Fall is popular for the green foliage that surrounds it year-round and the rainbow mist it produces as the water cascades. « less
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  13.5 km from city centre
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Mist Trail
Ollie #7 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Owner description: Eminently accessible and popular, the Mist Trail takes hikers through Yosemite National Park to Vernal Fall Bridge, the best place to watch the...... more » Owner description: Eminently accessible and popular, the Mist Trail takes hikers through Yosemite National Park to Vernal Fall Bridge, the best place to watch the waterfall. « less
Attraction type  Trails
Distance  98.5 km from city centre
Yosemite Valley
Ollie #8 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 195 reviews
Many climbers consider Yosemite Valley among the world's very best climbing sites.
Attraction type  Valleys; Hiking Trails
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Sentinel Dome (Loyemah Dome)
Ollie #9 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 33 reviews

Sentinel Dome offers one of the best and easiest accessed views in Yosemite National Park.   If you can walk two miles, you can do this fabulous hike! From the small parking lot... more »

Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  14.0 km from city centre
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Mariposa Grove
Ollie #10 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 105 reviews

The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is located two miles from the South Entrance of Yosemite National Park.   http://www.nps.go... There are over 500 mature giant sequoias in the... more »

Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Parks
Distance  38.8 km from city centre
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Hetch Hetchy Reservoir
Ollie #11 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls; Dams
Distance  25.0 km from city centre
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Tuolumne Meadows
Ollie #12 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
A good place for hiking to get away from the crowds.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  432.3 km from city centre
Bridalveil Falls
Ollie #13 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Landmark waterfall located in Yosemite.
Attraction type  Waterfalls; National Parks
The Ahwahnee
Ollie #14 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
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Yosemite Mountaineering School
Ollie #15 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Learn how to rock climb in one of California's premier national parks.
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  114.3 km from city centre
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Mirror Lake
Ollie #16 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4 of 5 stars 32 reviews
This clear lake is a popular hiking spot.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
Lembert Dome
Ollie #17 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Geologic Formations
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Valley Visitor Center
Ollie #18 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  11.4 km from city centre
Yosemite Village
Ollie #19 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4 of 5 stars 60 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Yosemite Valley Floor Tour
Ollie #20 of 45 attractions in Yosemite National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Trams; Tours
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