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{{Infobox national park | {{Infobox national park | ||
| name = Yosemite National Park | | name = Yosemite National Park | ||
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| caption = Yosemite Valley with El Capitan and Half Dome | | caption = Yosemite Valley with El Capitan and Half Dome | ||
| location = California, United States | | location = California, United States | ||
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| website = https://www.nps.gov/yose | | website = https://www.nps.gov/yose | ||
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'''Yosemite National Park''' is located in the western Sierra Nevada of [[California]] and is renowned for its | '''Yosemite National Park''' is located in the western Sierra Nevada of [[California]] and is renowned for its '''towering granite cliffs''', '''ancient sequoia trees''', and '''breathtaking waterfalls'''. It was designated a national park on '''October 1, 1890''', making it one of the earliest in the U.S. park system. | ||
== Natural Highlights == | == Natural Highlights == | ||
Yosemite is world-famous for: | Yosemite is world-famous for: | ||
* | * '''El Capitan''' – a massive vertical rock formation and favorite of rock climbers | ||
* | * '''Half Dome''' – a uniquely shaped granite peak with a challenging hike | ||
* | * '''Yosemite Falls''' – one of the tallest waterfalls in North America | ||
* | * '''Glacier Point''' – offering panoramic views of Yosemite Valley and the High Sierra | ||
== Giant Sequoias == | == Giant Sequoias == | ||
The park is home to several groves of ancient | The park is home to several groves of ancient '''giant sequoias''', including: | ||
* | * '''Mariposa Grove''' – contains over 500 mature sequoia trees, some more than 2,000 years old | ||
== Geography and Ecosystems == | == Geography and Ecosystems == | ||
* Over 1,100 square miles of protected wilderness | * Over 1,100 square miles of protected wilderness | ||
* Includes deep valleys, alpine meadows, and over 750 miles of hiking trails | * Includes deep valleys, alpine meadows, and over 750 miles of hiking trails | ||
* Part of the larger | * Part of the larger '''Sierra Nevada ecosystem''' | ||
== Wildlife == | == Wildlife == | ||
Yosemite supports a wide variety of animals, including: | Yosemite supports a wide variety of animals, including: | ||
* | * '''Black bears''' | ||
* | * '''Mule deer''' | ||
* | * '''Bobcats''' | ||
* Over 250 species of birds, including peregrine falcons and owls | * Over 250 species of birds, including peregrine falcons and owls | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
* Originally inhabited by | * Originally inhabited by '''Ahwahneechee''' and other Native American tribes | ||
* First protected by the | * First protected by the '''Yosemite Grant''' signed by '''President Abraham Lincoln''' in 1864 — the first instance of land being set aside for public enjoyment and preservation | ||
* Played a major role in the creation of the National Park System, thanks to advocates like | * Played a major role in the creation of the National Park System, thanks to advocates like '''John Muir''' | ||
== Tourism == | == Tourism == | ||
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* El Capitan’s granite face rises 3,000 feet from the valley floor | * El Capitan’s granite face rises 3,000 feet from the valley floor | ||
* Yosemite Falls is 2,425 feet tall | * Yosemite Falls is 2,425 feet tall | ||
* Yosemite was designated a | * Yosemite was designated a '''UNESCO World Heritage Site''' in 1984 | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
Latest revision as of 13:55, 18 July 2025
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| [[File:|300px|Yosemite Valley with El Capitan and Half Dome]] | |
| Location | California, United States |
| Coordinates | 37.8651°N, 119.5383°W |
| Area | 1,187 sq mi (3,081 km²) |
| Established | October 1, 1890 |
| Visitors (latest) | 3.9 million (2023) |
| Governing body | National Park Service |
| Website | Official website |
Yosemite National Park is located in the western Sierra Nevada of California and is renowned for its towering granite cliffs, ancient sequoia trees, and breathtaking waterfalls. It was designated a national park on October 1, 1890, making it one of the earliest in the U.S. park system.
Natural Highlights
Yosemite is world-famous for:
- El Capitan – a massive vertical rock formation and favorite of rock climbers
- Half Dome – a uniquely shaped granite peak with a challenging hike
- Yosemite Falls – one of the tallest waterfalls in North America
- Glacier Point – offering panoramic views of Yosemite Valley and the High Sierra
Giant Sequoias
The park is home to several groves of ancient giant sequoias, including:
- Mariposa Grove – contains over 500 mature sequoia trees, some more than 2,000 years old
Geography and Ecosystems
- Over 1,100 square miles of protected wilderness
- Includes deep valleys, alpine meadows, and over 750 miles of hiking trails
- Part of the larger Sierra Nevada ecosystem
Wildlife
Yosemite supports a wide variety of animals, including:
- Black bears
- Mule deer
- Bobcats
- Over 250 species of birds, including peregrine falcons and owls
History
- Originally inhabited by Ahwahneechee and other Native American tribes
- First protected by the Yosemite Grant signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1864 — the first instance of land being set aside for public enjoyment and preservation
- Played a major role in the creation of the National Park System, thanks to advocates like John Muir
Tourism
- Attracts nearly 4 million visitors each year
- Popular activities include hiking, photography, rock climbing, camping, and winter sports
- Yosemite Village includes a visitor center, museum, lodging, and shuttle services
Fun Facts
- El Capitan’s granite face rises 3,000 feet from the valley floor
- Yosemite Falls is 2,425 feet tall
- Yosemite was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984