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Yosemite Valley

Yosemite National Park, CA
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Type: Valleys, Hiking Trails
Description: Many climbers consider Yosemite Valley among the world's very best climbing sites.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Brockville, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is a stunning park and certainly one of the best. When you talk to people they make it seem like its the greatest place on earth. Don't get me wrong its worth seeing with out a doubt, however I was left wanting more. We only did the small hikes in the valley, and I expect the higher you go... More

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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful park. Stayed on the paved trail near Yosemite Falls. Definitely worth the trip, but didn't have enough time there.

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Wallingford, Connecticut, United States
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39 reviews 39 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This was my second time visiting the park. We had the perfect weather, about 80 degrees and breezy. Did a hike at Mirror Lake, if you aren't looking for something very active, stick to the paved trail. Hiked about 2 miles in and found out that we would have to go another 3 miles before the wooded trail met back... More

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Highworth, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Part of a tour, but probably second only to the Grand Canyon! Absolutely beautiful and a close encounter with a black bear was pretty special!! A once in a lifetime experience, must be visited. The scenery is amazing and unequalled anywhere else I have been.

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Great views, lots of walks to do, but heaps of people around and zillions of big RVs everywhere. We were hoping to see bears but no chance with all the activity going on.

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Oakham, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I have been fortunate enough to do quite a bit of travelling: For years I have wondered if there is any sight on the planet more spectacular than The Victoria Falls. And I am a nightmare to travel with because mose trips end in me saying "This does not beat Vic Falls though". Yosemite Valley however, definintely does! With endless... More

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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The title speaks for itself, Yosemite is a beautiful place to visit, even if your not into nature like me, you just can't not appreciate the scenery surrounding you. My highlights are the walk to the Lower Falls, takes 10 mins from the main car park & you get an amazing close up view of the waterfall & feel the... More

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TGU
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Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

We visited with friends and hiked Vernal Falls. Entrance to the park is $20, per car. From SFO airport to Yosemite Village is 4 hours via CA-120. Book hotels in advance, there are some options in Groveland, Mariposa, and Jamestown. Try the B&Bs for a good deal. Once in the park drive to the center of Yosemite village and park.... More

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Oxnard, California
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5 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

Not much can be written about Yosemite that has not been written a hundred times before so I am confining this review to the bike trails since that is why I went to the park in the first place. I have been to Yosemite before and have walked and drove around it but biking is the best way to go.... More

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Caloocan, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The Yosemite Valley Park is one great attraction of natural, huge rock formations with waterfalls in some sections. It took us around three hours from our hotel to reach the park. The temperature became gradually colder as we got near the valley park. Along the way, there are snow formations in between tall vegetation. At the valley park, one feels... More

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