Almost every one of the five million visitors passes through here, snapping photos of the big name views. The cooling spray of Vernal Falls , the awe inspiring views from Glacier Point and the high country highway to Tioga Pass are just a few. Closer to the western boundary of the park, visitors can explore the tall trees in four Giant Sequoia Groves. The towering giants dwarf surrounding trees and the many visitors craning their necks. In all sections of the park, hiking is the one activity that is the most completely satisfying, and the best way to explore.
Great trails lead from the Valley to landmark sights offering varied challenges.
In the Sequoia groves easy walks meander through the forests, whereas the rugged backcountry offers hardy hikers rare solitude in multi-day backpack excursions. For many visitors, Yosemite National Park is the jewel of the national park system. For others, Yosemite is a park in crisis, overdeveloped and overcrowded. Whichever way you see it, there is no denying the abundance and grand scale of scenic wonder that surrounds you in Yosemite National Park.