Yosemite West Travel Guide
Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite Valley
From Yosemite Falls to Half Dome and El Capitan, you can see some of the most stunning scenery in the world from Yosemite National Park’s central valley.
Yosemite Falls
You may hear these thundering falls, which are among the top 10 tallest in the world, before you see them in California’s Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance
Explore the lovely green spaces of Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance and also enjoy the hiking trails in Yosemite National Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Yosemite Visitor Center
Discover the geological history of the Yosemite Valley, pick up trail maps and shop for souvenirs at this portal to Yosemite National Park.
Half Dome
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Half Dome during your travels in Yosemite National Park. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.
Glacier Point
Witness a superb panorama of the Yosemite Valley from this viewing point and spot soaring canyons, plunging falls and granite cliffs along the rugged valley skyline.
Top hotels in Yosemite West
Tenaya at Yosemite
"Beautiful hotel, very comfortable bed. Great staff. It takes about an hour to get to Yosemite valley from the hotel. Only criticisms are that the prices at the grille seemed a bit excessive and I’ve never been a fan of the bathroom door being an unlockable barn door style door. Otherwise, great place ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Yosemite View Lodge
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
"Helpful and welcoming staff.. nicely maintained loadgeVery nice play area for kids including nets, zip lining and slides etc.."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Cedar Lodge
"ok"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
"What a truly incredible experience for a family with young children or for a gathering for a family traveling from different places. We enjoyed staying on the property during the day and were never at a loss for ways to enjoy ourselves and one another. There are many options for food that were healthy ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
"The description on Hotels.com is not accurate. The bathrooms are not attached to any of the cabins. The toilets and the shower stalls are not maintained by the property staff for cleanliness or supplies. They are even worse than public restrooms. Just for the lack of hygiene, overall cleanliness ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
