Yosemite National Park in California

Yosemite National Park, located in the eastern central region of California, covers an area of 761,266 acres which includes the slope of the Nevada mountain chain. It is about six hours north of Los Angeles and is known internationally for its natural features like the great cliffs, waterfalls, streams and flora to fauna diversity. That is why more than 3.5 million people visit this park every year.
More than 95 percent of Yosemite National Park has wildlife in it, including five types of vegetation zones: oak woodland, lower and upper montane, subalpine and alpine. The park is one of the largest habitat centers in all of Nevada and it has an elevation range of 600 to 4,000 meters. There are also also huge rocks that are more than 10 million years old scattered throughout the natural areas.
For tourists, there are also several hotels and accommodations throughout the park, including restaurants and shops. Many visitors enjoy visiting during the summer to enjoy everything the park has to offer.

Activities & Things to Do in Yosemite National Park

• Guided Tours: Tours are available through the valley and trails to the parks beautiful & stunning waterfalls.
• Camping: Yosemite National Park’s camping grounds can accommodate over 9,000 people. Camp grounds are tailored to families, groups, and those riding on horseback.
• Hiking: Yosemite National Park has over 800 miles (1,300 km) of trails available to hikers. No matter your comfort level with hiking, Yosemite can accommodate you with hikes from easy strolls to extended hikes up several mountains, to the most advanced, multiple-day backpacking trips.
• Rock Climbing: Yosemite National Parks is one of the best national parks for rock climbing in the U.S.A. Climbers regularly refer to this park as a “climber’s playground.” If you are climbing in Yosemite this year, remember to be safe! Over 100 rock climbing accidents occur every year, about a quarter of these accidents require rescue. Please don’t be one of these accidents, be smart, be safe.
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  Weather in Yosemite National Park

  
  Weather can change rapidly during all seasons of the year in Yosemite. Elevation plays a major role in temperature and the amount of precipitation.
  Most of the moisture comes in the early months of the year; January, February and March.
  Summers in the Sierras are typically warm and dry. The months of April and November are transitional months, when warm, sunny days can suddenly become stormy cause you to seek shelter quickly.
  Clouds and weather patterns can build up during the summer to produce wonderful thunderstorms, which is another reason why thousands of photographers visit Yosemite National Park every year.
  It is wise to pack for any season with clothing that can be “layered,” ready to peel off or add on as the thermometer and the hygrometer (measures humidity) dictates.
  Additionally, be sure to always include some kind of rain gear when visiting this climate, especially during moist and transitional months.