Spring in Yosemite, what it is like? The snow has melted in nearly all of the lower elevation places, the rivers and streams are rushing, the baby animals are strolling, the flowers are in full bloom, and the mountains are calling. What better way to see the natural beauty of Yosemite than by taking a hike during this exciting time? Whether you are looking for a short and sweet hike...
Yosemite National Park brings in over four million visitors each year! Since 4 million yearly fans can’t be wrong, there are many reasons to want to visit Yosemite, and plenty of reasons to stay within the park boundaries during your next visit. During peak season, we expect large crowds, heaps of cars, traffic delays (sometimes 1-2 hours), busy attractions, and limited parking and lodging. Here are five reasons why staying...
The Redwoods In Yosemite Year-Round Vacation Home Rentals, Wedding and Event Center Reopening News Release Wawona, CA – We are excited to confirm that as of July 28, 2022, visitors of Yosemite National Park are able to stay in our vacation home rental accommodations at The Redwoods In Yosemite. A reminder, Yosemite National Park day-use reservations are not required for Redwoods guests. As usual you can make a cabin or vacation...
As you may know, on July 8, 2022 at 4:04 p.m. we had to close The Redwoods facility on Chilnualna Falls Road and evacuate our Yosemite offices in Wawona until further notice. The Washburn Fire became a threat to Wawona and guests, residents and staff were ordered by NPS to leave the area as quickly as possible. We have compiled a list of useful links below if you need to...
Rock climbing in Yosemite re-entered the spotlight recently with documentary movies like Free Solo and Dawn Wall. In Free Solo, Alex Honnold’s ropeless ascent of El Capitan more than earns its acclaim from the sheer audacity of tackling such a long and difficult climbing route without any protection – never mind the amazing storytelling by climbing filmmakers Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi. Meanwhile, in the Dawn Wall story, the...
Looking for what to do in Yosemite? There are a lifetime of things to do in Yosemite. The park is the size of Rhode Island, and encompasses many different ecosystems within its borders, so it can be hard to figure out what to do. However, here is a 5-day itinerary that hits the best must-do sights and activities in the park. Day #1: Settle in and Local Exploration Welcome to...
Are you ready to get your group together again? There is nothing like meeting in person for making connections, celebrating achievements, or planning for the next big thing. It’s time to unplug, turn off your screens and make some real-world connections. When you’re ready, you’ll want to bring your group to Yosemite. The list of things to do is endless, not to mention the promise and excitement of simply viewing...
The Redwoods In Yosemite News Release Release Date: February 25, 2021 Contact: info@redwoodsinyosemite.com Media: yuli@redwoodsinyosemite.com The Redwoods In Yosemite Vacation Home Rentals, Wedding and Event Center Reopen on March 1, 2021 Wawona, CA – We are excited to confirm that beginning March 1, 2021, visitors of Yosemite National Park will be able to stay in our vacation home rental accommodations at The Redwoods In Yosemite. Yosemite National Park day-use reservations are no longer required...
If you’re thinking about visiting Yosemite, an autumn trip can be a great idea. There’s still a lot to see during the autumn season, and for those who can’t get away in the summer or don’t like the summer traffic, planning a fall trip might be the best option. In general, lots of people are planning natural outings for fall, when temperate climates have just begun to shrug off the...
From the Recollections of Life and Events in Wawona series By Virginia Wyatt, 44R & 43R Thought some of you might enjoy these true bear stories. 1. Do you old timers remember the bears at the dump? My family would load up on snacks and jump into the car and drive to the dump ( I think this is the sewage waste treatment now) as soon as it got...
