Come fall, the crowds begin to thin in Yosemite Village and the nights become chillier. It’s the perfect time to get in a few last hikes before Tioga Road closes for the season, and maybe even get a peek at a few stars, too.
We spent our time on the trails through Mariposa Grove, an area that can be found near the southern entrance to the park off Highway 41. The trails are moderate in difficulty here, some quite easy to walk. And there is plenty of shade from the Sequoias to keep you cool, as daytime temperatures can still climb as high as 80+F.
The park is huge, awe-inspiringly huge. From the Sequoia groves to Tuolumne Meadows and beyond, the landscape varies enough to make you dizzy. Being a weekender, I tend to visit the park in small bursts throughout the year. Late summer/early fall is a great time to star gaze at Glacier Point, something I didn’t get to do this year. Maybe I can sneak back before Tioga Road closes?
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