Plan Your Visit: Yosemite National Park

Planning a visit to Yosemite or looking for information on what the park has to offer? DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc., the park's primary concessioner, maintains a variety of lodging and dining options, stores and supply outlets, transportation and tour/recreational services. Browse this section of the site for general planning information, but don't forget to visit our sections on accommodations, dining options, and activities as well Explore all this site has to offer by using the navigation on the left, then visit Yosemite Park and come experience the awe-inspiring beauty of this one-of-a-kind destination.

Yosemite Information and Facts

Located in Central California's Sierra Nevada mountain range, Yosemite National Park encompasses an incredible 1,170 square miles of breathtaking natural splendor. Ranging in altitude from 2,000 feet to more than 13,000 feet above sea level, it's hard to believe that Yosemite is just hours from bustling cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles and Reno. Though the pristine environment of Yosemite is passionately protected, the Park offers a host of year-round conveniences and guest services so that visitors can make the most of their experience while still observing a respect for the park.

Make your visit to YosemitePark a memorable one. Use the links below to find the facts and information you need to plan ahead.

Directions and Travel Information
What to See
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Things to Know
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