Trips to Clarens

Yosemite Mariposa County, where Yosemite National Park is located, invites you to experience the majestic Yosemite across all four seasons. Explore everything you can do in Yosemite, from enjoying breathtaking views, granite formations, and beautiful waterfalls, to discovering a fascinating history while in Mariposa County. Whether it's your first time visiting Yosemite National Park or you're a seasoned traveler, you'll always find something new to see and do here. You can search for events, accommodations, restaurants, directions, and more.

It's no wonder that Yosemite has been called "Nature's Temple." Yosemite is often described as one of the grandest natural places one can visit. You will be amazed by the countless things you can see and do when visiting Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County. Make sure not to miss the following attractions that all visitors to Yosemite should see.

Ribbon Fall
Ribbon Fall is a wonderful, narrow waterfall that is visible from the west side of El Capitan, early in the spring when all waterfalls in the Valley are at their fullest. The waterfall is notable for being the tallest single-drop waterfall in North America.

Yosemite Zip lines & Adventure Ranch
The Yosemite Zipline and Adventure Ranch offers ziplining on six different courses, aerial ropes courses, climbing lessons, and gold panning. The ziplines are set up as a guided two-hour tour across six areas. Groups of eight to ten people are equipped with helmets and harnesses and are then driven up the mountain while the guide explains the safety regulations and the experience participants are about to enjoy. Then it's time to clip into the lines and feel the adrenaline rush as you fly over the Sierra Foothills!

Tenaya Lake
Tenaya Lake is located in the high country of Yosemite National Park, between Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Meadows. The lake’s surface is at an elevation of 2,485 meters. Often referred to as the “Jewel of the High Country,” it’s a popular spot for kayaking, boating, swimming, and sunbathing.

Chilnualna Falls – Wawona
If you thought Yosemite Valley was the only part of the park with waterfalls, think again! There are many beautiful waterfalls beyond the Valley floor, and Chilnualna Falls is one of the most beautiful. It's quite a challenge to reach it and requires a strenuous hike of approximately 13 km round trip, climbing to an elevation of 732 meters.
Start from the Chilnualna Falls parking area, just over 3 km down Chilnualna Falls Road. The trail leads from the bottom of the parking area along the rushing Chilnualna Creek for 0.8 km. Several winding paths known as switchbacks lead away from the creek and into an open forest, where you can enjoy views of the Wawona area.
When is the best time to visit? This is one of the few waterfalls that flows year-round, but water levels are highest in May.

These attractions provide a glimpse into the adventures and stunning natural beauty that await when you visit Yosemite National Park.