Yosemite's most underrated trail, like many of the park's most popular routes, gets its name from historical figures. Olmstead Point was named after landscape architects Frederick Law Olmsted and his ...

In summertime, it’s safe to say that nobody has this problem. That’s when Wawona’s cabins and campgrounds fill with parkgoers ...

Yosemite National Park announced the reopening of several beloved campgrounds, including its largest site that can host up to ...

The Pacific Crest Trail, that legendary 2,650-mile path stretching from Mexico to Canada, passes right through Castle Crags State Park. During hiking season, you might encounter through-hikers taking ...

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 ...

As the sixth most visited national park in 2024, Yosemite has a well-known congestion problem that should be of no surprise to anyone who visits. While timed entry reservations aim ...

The best way to explore the wonders of a national park is on foot. But among the dozens of national parks across the country, which ones are the best for hiking?

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Yosemite National Park has been dealing with overcrowding issues for decades, according to National Park Service officials. In 1980, Yosemite welcomed 2 million visitors. By ...