The most magnificent & beautiful valley in the nation. Great granite peaks & domes surround this lush glacier formed valley. The Merced River carves through this wonderous land. Yosemite National Park host 4 million visitors each year. High-country backpacking is best way to experience seclusion, as the Valley serves the majority of the visitors.

Why drive it? Take the train to directly to Yosemite Valley. Sleep, relax & enjoy the ride as you are transported to one of the most beautiful National Parks in the nation. The combination of bus & train will bring you to the Yosemite Lodge offering a wide variety of cabins, rooms or suites. (campgrounds are also closeby) Park entrance fees are included in the Amtrak bus fare into the valley .

Getting around the valley is not a problem. A free valley shuttle runs daily from 6 a.m.-10 p.m. There is also a free daily shuttle to Glacier Point. There are general stores, gift shops, restaurants & bike rentals within the valley. If you prefer to drive, check road conditions (Oct.-Apr.) for snow reports. The park's east entrance -Tioga Pass/Hwy.120 is closed most of the year due to snow.
Avoid the Crowds by not visiting in the summer.

Lodging reservations should be made ahead of time. It is very common to book up to a year in advance, since this is such a popular park.

 

Train----The Amtrak rate is approx. $100-150.RT It leaves downtown L.A.Union Station at various times & offers an overnight trip. Check departure times at www.amtrak.com Or call Amtrak 800/USA-RAIL  Reservations may are needed for the Yosemite Valley bus!

YARTS offers bus service from Mammoth with stops in June Lake and Lee Vining to Yosemite Valley

Train Traveling Time:

from:	directions:	traveling time:	mileage:
Los Angeles	Amtrak Union Station	5 - 6 hrs.	300

Spectacular Granite Features: - Half Dome - El Capitan   Sequoia Trees   Waterfalls: - Bridelvail Falls - Yosemite Falls - Vernal Falls - Nevada Falls

Area activities include: Backpacking Bike trails Camping Fishing Guided Tours Hiking Ice Skate Kayaking Rock Climbing Snow Skiing

Special Events Include: (see phone # Holidays Hotlines)
Autumn =Vintners' Holidays - Calif.vintners wines through seminars, talks & banquets.
Winter = Chefs' Holidays - Great chefs are featured through banquets & demonstrations.
Spring = Ski Festival - Winter carnival at Beadger Pass on last weekend of Ski Season.

 

Yosemite Park Phone Numbers:

General park information	209/372-0200
Hotel Reservations/Cancellations	209/252-4848
Campground Reservations	800/365-2267
Road & Weather Conditions	209/372-0200
Yosemite  Holidays Hotlines	209/454-2020
Sightseeing Tours	209/372-1240
Ski Conditions -Badger Pass	209/372-1000
Road Services	209/372-1221
Yosemite Park & Curry Co. Offices	209/372-1000

Driving from South, Hwy. 41:  from:  directions:  traveling time: mileage:  Los Angeles 5N, 99N to Fresno, take Hwy.41 N to the park  5 - 6 hrs.  300	YARTS offers bus service from Mammoth with stops in June Lake and Lee Vining to Yosemite Valley
Driving from Hwy 395, Eastern Sierra:  from:  directions:  traveling time: mileage:  Los Angeles Hwy.395N, Hwy.120 W (closed in winter)  10 - 12 hrs.  500