4th of July in Yosemite to Remember

Whatever you plan to do on your vacation, book your Yosemite lodging from Scenic Wonders. We have Yosemite cabins, condominiums, and homes within the gates of Yosemite National Park that are cozy and comfortable. Our prime locations will put you just minutes from your favorite activities and provide you with the best comforts of home while away on your Yosemite vacation. Give us a call today at 1-888-YOSEMITE (1-888-967-3648) to learn about our available rentals and rates or to reserve your Yosemite accommodations now. If you’re hoping to stay in Yosemite over any holiday, remember that lodging books quickly so you’ll want to reserve well in advance! Experiencing Yosemite on the 4^th Andy Falk, a writer for the San Rafael Patch, recently shared his experience visiting Yosemite during 4th of July with his family this year. Falk didn't know what to expect when visiting Yosemite during holidays, but he was pleasantly surprised to find that, while crowded, the park was an amazing experience over the holiday weekend as it is year-round. Falk and his family, a group of experienced campers, had quite the adventure when hiking to Mirror Lake. The family took a bus to the Mirror Lake drop-off and then had the choice of hiking the trail or taking a paved road to Mirror Lake. Falk and family decided to take the trail, ignoring the advice of a sign at the trailhead warning that the trail was actually closed ahead as a result of a rock slide back in 2009. Falk’s family got a mile up the trail before having their path blocked. With the knowledge that the river beside them was flowing at a safe speed, the family decided to look for a place to cross. They found a safe crossing location where the river reached only to their waists and forged ahead. Only after safely reaching the other side and meeting up with some fellow hikers did Falk and his family realize that the river they had just crossed was in fact Mirror Lake. Hiking misadventures aside, Falk’s family enjoyed some great run-ins with nature on their trip to Yosemite during 4th of July. While driving through the park, the group spotted a mother bear and two cubs a mere 20 meters from the road. Traffic was backed up due to the sight, but most of their fellow park-goers didn’t mind. With the exception of one road rage-filled driver, everyone on the road reveled in the joy of seeing such beautiful animals in their natural environment. Falk and his family enjoyed a number of wonderful experiences at Yosemite this summer, and it's not too late for you to enjoy the park as well. Soon the astounding flow of water pouring down Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, and Yosemite's numerous other waterfalls will start to dry up, but even after the falls are gone, the park will remain full of breathtaking sights and unforgettable activities. Whether you're an experienced camper like Falk and his family or a newbie to nature, you can enjoy a number of excellent activities at Yosemite National Park this summer or in the following seasons. Great activities currently available in the park include rock climbing, biking, hiking, photography tours, bus tours, bird watching, wildlife watching, and much more. Scenic Wonders’ Yosemite Blog Our Yosemite blog is updated every month to give our readers the latest information related to Yosemite National Park.  Be sure to check back as we update our blog weekly! Photo credit: Photo_Robson