The California Tunnel Tree is one of the most popular and beloved trees in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, with good reason. This is the only place in the world where you can walk through a living giant sequoia tunnel tree. Learn where to find this legendary tree and some of its fascinating history below. Whatever else you do, be sure to add a visit to the California Tunnel...
Grab your camera, and hiking boots, wax your skis, and get ready for a magical visit to Yosemite National Park in December. If you’ve already managed a visit to Yosemite during the winter months, you know the special charm of a snow-covered landscape, beautiful enough when it was bare, now decorated in a soft blanket of white to heighten the grandeur. December welcomes the winter season with promises of evergreen...
Dogs are allowed in Yosemite National Park. Let’s explore a few places that you will want to explore with your pup. Which Trails Can You Take Your Dog On In Yosemite? There is a lot you can see and do with your dog in Yosemite, because so much of Yosemite’s iconic scenery is visible from the paved roads, sidewalks, and bicycle paths that your dog is allowed on. Keep your...
The Grizzly Giant is the most renowned giant sequoia in Yosemite National Park. Standing at a solid 209 feet (63.7 m) it is the second largest tree in the Yosemite, and one of the most photographed. You’ll need to take a panorama to capture that in one image! We can’t know for certain how old this tree is until we are able to count the annual rings in the...
Families from around the world travel to Yosemite for the iconic scenery, abundant natural experiences, and a chance to relax and unwind in a beautiful setting. There are plenty of short hikes, beautiful scenery, and fun activities to keep your kids entertained as you explore. It may take a little extra planning to design the ideal trip with your family, but rest assured there is plenty to do. Keep reading...
Dear Christian, and all of the Redwoods in Yosemite Staff, It is with mixed emotions, that I write this note of appreciation, to you, and to the entire Redwoods staff. After a false start or two, our cabin is now in escrow. In recent years, the cabin has become too much for us, and selling it has been our goal; so I do feel a sense of relief. However,...
In the winter, Badger Pass Ski and Snowboard Area is a hub of snow-filled fun in Yosemite. Go downhill skiing or snowboarding. Explore Yosemite on cross country skis or snowshoes, or let your inner child shine on the tubing hill. When you rent one of the Yosemite cabins managed by The Redwoods In Yosemite, you’re only roughly 40 minutes (one-way) from countless days of fun at Badger Pass. Let’s explore...
With the Wawona Hotel closing for an indeterminate period starting December 2, 2024, many people will worry that getting Yosemite lodging inside the park will be a little bit harder. Fortunately, there are still many fantastic lodging opportunities inside Yosemite, including some we think are even better than staying in a hotel! Why is Wawona Hotel closing? You know how sometimes you start a home repair project and then when...
On October 1, 1890, the U.S. Congress created Yosemite National Park, making it the 3rd National Park in the U.S. As we celebrate the birthday of one of the country’s most popular and recognizable national parks, it’s worth remembering that the park created in 1890 was substantially different than the park we think of today. The National Park Builds on the Yosemite Grant of 1864 By 1890 the iconic Yosemite...
Psst! Are you looking for a quiet, back-to-nature visit to Yosemite National Park during an ideal time to visit the park, but without many people? Lean in – we’re about to share a surprising secret. Visit in the second half of August. Yes, you read that right. Here’s why. Traditionally, Labor Day marks the end of peak summer visitation as kids return to school. However, schools are starting earlier than...
