Erzi & Dave
Things To Do
Yosemite Valley
Follow the signs for the Day Use parking area. If its time for lunch, step into the Yosemite Village Grill for a juicy burger or the Village Store deli for a tasty sandwich. We suggest taking it to-go and making a short walk to Lower Yosemite Falls. There, you can enjoy your lunch while you gaze at the magnificent 2,425 foot waterfall. From the lower fall, head out on the Valley Loop trail and meander your way through the valley enjoying views of the Half Dome, El Capitan and Yosemite Falls from different angles. In addition, enjoy lush meadows, wildflowers and a possible deer sighting.
Mist Trail Trailhead
This is one of the best day hikes in Yosemite Valley, especially if it's your first time visiting the park. The Mist Trail takes you up close to two of the most spectacular waterfalls in the park, Vernal and Nevada Falls. The most exciting part of this hike is the granite staircase beyond the Vernal Fall Footbridge to the top of Vernal Fall. If you are hiking this trail in the spring or early summer, you will get wet from the spray of the waterfall so you will definitely want to bring hiking shoes with good traction and a poncho.
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Ride The Logger! Discover the Historic Steam Train at Yosemite's South Gate. Take a seat on an open-air log or covered passenger car for a narrated, four-mile scenic journey back in time.
Guided Flashlight Hike at Tenaya Lodge
Time for a night prowl! Walk through the forests of the night with one of Tenaya's experienced nature guides. Use all your senses to tune into nature in a different way when the world is asleep. Learn about the stars and forest life at night and see the bright stars unobstructed by the lights of the city.
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Located at the southernmost point of Yosemite National Park, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is the largest of the three ancient groves within Yosemite. The grove contains approximately 500 mature Giant Sequoia trees. Being among the rarest, oldest and largest living organisms in the world, Giant Sequoias are truly an iconic species.
Bass Lake
Bass Lake is a must-see location. Sparkling blue waters surrounded by the Sierra National Forest make for a beautiful vacation spot year round. On the water enjoy everything from fishing, skiing, paddle boarding, wakeboarding to kayaking, swimming and more. If you don't have a boat, no problem as Bass Lake Watersports, Miller's Landing and The Forks Resort all rent various watercraft.
Madera Wine Trail
Family-owned wineries in Madera County, one of the oldest grape-growing regions in the State of California. Guests visiting the Madera Wine Trail enjoy the benefits of the region's rich history, knowledgeable hosts and tasting rooms. Don't miss the one of three Wine Trail Weekends during the year where wineries bring in music, vendors & showcase their wines for thousands of visitors from all over the world.