Why go
- Census-designated place in California, United States.
- Known for Yosemite Village, Yosemite National Park, Sentinel Dome.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Yosemite National Park.
- Served by Bryant Field.
History
Yosemite Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Mariposa County, California, United States. It consists of Yosemite Village, the main developed area, together with adjacent areas of the Yosemite Valley within Yosemite National Park. The population was 337 at the 2020 census.
Must-see attractions
Outdoor
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Where to stay
7519 Henness Cir, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7436 Yosemite Park Way, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7417 Yosemite Park Way, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389
7184 Manzanita Ln, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7422 Yosemite Park Way, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · yosemite.bookeddirectly.com
7509 Henness Cir, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · yosemiteperegrinelodge.com
TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · yosemiteconservancy.org
7475 Henness Cir, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
Yosemite National Park, 7324 Black Oak Ln, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7460 Henness Ridge Rd, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · yosemitehighsierra.com
Yosemite National Park Rd, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · nps.gov
Yosemite National Park, 9024 Southside Dr, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · recreation.gov
Tioga Pass Rd, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · nps.gov
11132 CA-140, El Portal, CA 95318 · yosemitebluebutterflyinn.com
7500 Henness Ridge Rd, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7316 Black Oak Ln, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
Yosemite National Park, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · recreation.gov
7230 Yosemite Park Way, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7428 Yosemite Park Way, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · yosemitegrand.com
Ahwahnee Drive, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389 · travelyosemite.com
Lodge, 9006 Yosemite Lodge Dr, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · travelyosemite.com
717 Big Oak Flat Rd, Groveland, CA 95321 · recreation.gov
Southside Dr, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · travelyosemite.com
7251 Yosemite Park Way, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389
7446 Yosemite Park Way, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389
Yosemite National Park, 7424 Henness Ridge Rd, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389
7540 Henness Cir, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389
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Indoor
7448 Henness Ridge Rd, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389 · scenicwonders.com
7595 Azalea Ln, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA 95389
7431 Yosemite Park Way, TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, CA 95389
Restaurants & places to go
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-15:00 Features: takeaway · 9006 Yosemite Lodge Drive, Yosemite National Park, 95389 · starbucks.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su,PH 07:00-18:00 Features: takeaway
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-11:00, PH,Mo-Su 11:30-06:00
American, Restaurant · American restaurant
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 9010 Curry Village Drive, Yosemite Valley, 95389
Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-10:30,11:00-20:00
Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Sa 07:00-17:00
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 17:00-22:00
Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su,PH 11:00-18:00
Restaurant · Features: step-free access
Fast Food · fast food
Restaurant · restaurant
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Airports
Manzanita Airport 21 mi to the centre
Mariposa, CA, US
Grupe Ranch Airport 32 mi to the centre
Mariposa, CA, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Bryant Field; 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Yosemite Valley, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Local transit
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
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Tours & experiences
Sightseeing