Why people love visiting beautiful Yosemite National Park
The waterfalls, mountains and riverfront are a perfect backdrop to your vacation home in Yosemite National Park. Travelers to this scenic city praise the hiking, camping and lake. Take in top local attractions like Yosemite Valley and Yosemite National Park. Whether you're planning a family vacation, friends trip or romantic retreat, Vrbo has a great selection of vacation homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Yosemite National Park
Do you want to discover things to do in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Yosemite National Park has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Swinging Bridge Picnic Area (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Badger Pass Ski Area (14.8 mi / 23.9 km)
- June Mountain Ski Area (24.9 mi / 40.1 km)
- Ascent, the Spa at Tenaya Lodge (26.2 mi / 42.1 km)
- Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort (29.3 mi / 47.1 km)
- Wawona Meadow (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Yosemite National Park
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Yosemite National Park is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Yosemite Valley (7.8 mi / 12.5 km)
- Yosemite National Park (8.3 mi / 13.4 km)
- Tenaya Lake (3.1 mi / 5 km)
- Half Dome (6.7 mi / 10.7 km)
- Yosemite Falls (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Yosemite Visitor Center (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
Transportation to and around Yosemite National Park
The nearest airport is in Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite), located 36.6 mi (58.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite), which is 39.6 mi (63.8 km) away.