Yosemite Camping: A Guide to the Best Camping and Hiking Spots

Yosemite National Park is a famous place for nature lovers. It has tall rock walls, deep valleys, clear rivers and many animals. People visit to hike, camp plus enjoy the views.

Skypunt is a high spot where you see mountains and forests all at once. If you want a climb, hike Mount Osawayo for a wide view from the top. If you prefer quiet, sit in the warm natural pool. Paradise Valley has odd rocks but also plants that grow nowhere else and it feels calm as well as special.

The park has many good places to camp. Golden Rock Valley has dark skies for star watching. Lake of Bright Colors has water that shines blue. Valley of Blooming Flowers fills with blossoms in spring. Secret Forest Waterfall hides in thick green trees. Deep Mystery Valley suits people who like to explore and watch animals.

Pack a strong tent, a warm sleeping bag, a pad that keeps cold from the ground, a small stove with fuel, a light, plenty of water, food that will not spoil, matches or a lighter or a full first aid kit. Good gear keeps you safe and comfortable.

Before you hike, pick a trail that fits your strength. Take water, food also a map. Tell a friend where you go. Wear clothes and boots that suit the trail. Carry out all trash next to leave plants and rocks alone. Stay on the path plus keep the park clean.

The park hosts deer, black bears and sometimes wolves. You will also see orchids but also wild willows. A guide explains how the living things depend on each other and why we must protect them.

Walk among the trees or sit beside a waterfall besides Yosemite gives you a strong sense of nature as well as a trip you will not forget.