Write an article based on this "Visit in the off-season for a low-key vibe. Plan to get up early in the morning. Decide on activities. Explore the educational and recreational resources."
While summer is a great time to visit Yosemite Valley, everyone else thinks so, too. April to October is the main tourist season, and during this time, the park will be stuffed with visitors. If you want your visit to be more low-key, try going during another part of the year. Parts of the park do close during winter, but Yosemite Valley remains open. Most people don't like getting up early on vacation, but if you do, you can beat some of the crowds. While there, plan to get to the park before 9 am to avoid traffic. Alternatively, you can get there a bit later, say after 5 pm, when the traffic starts letting up again. Yosemite has a wide range of activities to pursue. You can hike, backpack, and fish, just to name a few. You can also drive around the park, picnic, stargaze, or even ride a horse. Enjoy water sports, rock climbing, and winter sports if you're more adventurous. Deciding ahead of time gives you a chance to plan out your schedule. Plus, you'll likely want to bring stuff with you for certain activities, such as hiking boots if you plan on doing extensive hiking. Yosemite has a wide range of educational resources for you to enjoy. You can visit places like the Visitor's Center, the Ansel Adam's Gallery, and the research library. You can also see the Yosemite Museum and the Yosemite Chapel.