Day Hikes In Yosemite National Park [Paperback]

Yosemite is one of the world's most popular national parks. Visitors go to see Yosemite Valley, Half dome, the stunning waterfalls, giant sequoia groves, and the pristine alpine meadows. These 80 day hikes include all of the park's well-known attractions, plus many other hiking options to out-of-the-way destinations and unique vistas. Spectacular scenery and hikes for every level of experience.Yosemite is one of the world???s most loved national parks. The park lies in central California on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Range. It is best known for Yosemite Valley, with its huge granite monoliths and long waterfalls; the rolling, boulder-strewn meadows along the Tuolumne River; and the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Sierras. More than 90% of Yosemite is roadless wilderness and home to more than 750 miles of trails. This collection of 80 day hikes in and around Yosemite provides access to all of the well-known park features as well as many lesser-known trails and destinations. Highlights include incredible waterfalls, granite monoliths, expansive alpine meadows, giant sequoia groves, and unforgettable views from unique perspectives that are only accessible from the hiking trails. Outstanding scenery surrounds every trail regardless of its difficulty. Companion guides include Day Hikes In Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Day Hikes Around Sonoma County, and Day Hikes Around Napa Valley.Each hike includes a summary, driving directions, hiking directions, and a map. (1) Introduction and master map of all hikes (2) Highway 120: Lee Vining to East Park Entrance (3) Tioga Road (4) Hetch Hetchy to Tioga Road (5) Yosemite Valley (6) Glacier Point Road (7) Wawona Area (8) South Park Entrance to Oakhurst (10) IndexSince 1991, Robert Stone has been writer, photographer, and publisher of Day Hike Books. He is a Los Angeles Times Best Selling Author, and an award-winning author of Rocky Mountain Outdoor Writers and Photographers, the Outdoor Writers Associationl£(