Yosemite in August
Jul 5th, 2007, 12:33 PM
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Yosemite in August
Hubby and I are planning at trip to California in early August. Will be in the San Francisco area the end of the second week of August.
1) Is Yosemite a worthwhile trip for an overnight and some hiking?
2) I believe it is too late to stay at the park, but is it too late to get lodging in the surrounding area?
3) Any recommendations for accomodations?
Thanks!
1) Is Yosemite a worthwhile trip for an overnight and some hiking?
2) I believe it is too late to stay at the park, but is it too late to get lodging in the surrounding area?
3) Any recommendations for accomodations?
Thanks!
Jul 5th, 2007, 12:51 PM
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Mariposa Lodge, Mariposa ... 45 min. from Yosemite Valley. Immaculate, cute and reasonable motel with a small pool, family-owned and run. You can catch the YARTS shuttle into the Valley, right down the street, and not have to drive, if you prefer.
Jul 5th, 2007, 12:52 PM
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El Portal is the location of Yosemite View and Faina is right it is a good choice. Don't give up on the Yosemite lodging though as cancellations always take place. Keep checking the official site to make reservations.
http://www.yosemitepark.com/Accommodations.aspx
Do not use any other site for in park lodging.
Besides expedia for Yosemite View, you can use this one:
http://www.nationalparkreservations....emite_view.htm
Do not use that one for in park lodging as you will pay more and you can make any reservations for in park lodging through the official concessionaire.
http://www.yosemitepark.com/Accommodations.aspx
Do not use any other site for in park lodging.
Besides expedia for Yosemite View, you can use this one:
http://www.nationalparkreservations....emite_view.htm
Do not use that one for in park lodging as you will pay more and you can make any reservations for in park lodging through the official concessionaire.
Jul 5th, 2007, 02:45 PM
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The Yosemite View Lodge is the closest hotel to Yosemite Valley, about a 13-mile drive. Actually, it's closer to the valley than some of the in-park sleeping facilities!
And, its accommodations are good.
Its number is 209-379-2681; its email is [email protected].
And, its accommodations are good.
Its number is 209-379-2681; its email is [email protected].
Jul 5th, 2007, 03:27 PM
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It is definitley a worthwhile trip; my husband and I did it last summer. It will leave you wanting more!
We stayed at the Yosemite Gateway Inn (a Best Western) in Oakhurst. It was about an hour drive from Glacier Point. The room was ok; nothing to write home about but after a long day in Yosemite, it was perfect! Just don't get there too late- the restaurant at the hotel closes at 9:30 and it didn't look like there was anything else in the area!
We stayed at the Yosemite Gateway Inn (a Best Western) in Oakhurst. It was about an hour drive from Glacier Point. The room was ok; nothing to write home about but after a long day in Yosemite, it was perfect! Just don't get there too late- the restaurant at the hotel closes at 9:30 and it didn't look like there was anything else in the area!
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