As the sixth most visited national park in 2024, Yosemite has a well-known congestion problem that should be of no surprise ...

A permit is required if you wish to hike beyond the subdome portion of Half Dome Hiking Trial and a maximum of 300 hikers are allowed each day. Permits are distributed by an NPS lottery; there is ...

From the granite heights in Yosemite to the meandering river canyons in Zion, these hiking trails in America showcase the ...

This underrated Eastern Sierra trail leads to eight pristine alpine lakes tucked between granite peaks and wildflower meadows ...

10 places to stay while you're at Yosemite National Park. Choose your own adventure: a rustic tent cabin at the base of Half Dome or a lavish lodge just outside the national park’s gate.

The challenging Half Dome hike in Yosemite National Park requires a permit you can only get via lottery. Rafting the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon can only be done if you get a permit ...

Half Dome and Yosemite Villages also feature general and grocery stores that sell food and hiking supplies, such as camping amenities and dehydrated food and water. Explore More of Yosemite ...

About 1.5 miles in, you’ll reach the aptly named Vernal Fall Footbridge, which serves as both a scenic viewpoint and a decision point for hikers. This spot offers a perfectly respectable view of the ...

Napa is just over an hour from San Francisco, and although not strictly on the way to Yosemite, it makes an excellent detour ...

Roughly 1.5 miles from the trailhead, you’ll reach Vernal Fall Footbridge – both a magnificent viewpoint and a moment of decision for hikers. This spot offers a perfectly respectable vista for those ...

From Yosemite to the Smokies, explore the best campsites in the U.S. with tips on where to go, how to book, and what to expect when you get there.

While the REI Half Dome 2 Plus is nowhere near the top of the market — other similar tents from the likes of Sea to Summit and MSR retail for as much as $100 more — it is still quite expensive.