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Photography
Photographer Snapped the Perfect Proposal Photo in Yosemite. Now He’s Looking For the Couple.
Michigan-based photographer Matthew Dippel was in Yosemite scoring some sunset photography at the popular Taft Point when two people walked…
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A History of Yosemite Park in Photos
Yosemite National Park, filled with flush meadows, epic rock faces and mesmerizing waterfalls, is one of the most popular parks…
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The Waterfall of Fire – Horsetail Fall is a Rare Natural Phenomenon
Horsetail Fall is typically not that unique in Yosemite, where waterfalls are vast and beautiful. It is a somewhat low-flow waterfall…
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Outdoors
Alex Honnold Gives Ted Talk on His Free Solo Climb of El Capitan
“ON THE DAY, IT DIDN’T FEEL SCARY AT ALL. IT FELT AS COMFORTABLE AND NATURAL AS A WALK IN THE…
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News
Officials Determine the Cause of the Deadly Ferguson Fire in Yosemite
On July 13, the Feguson Fire erupted in Mariposa County, eventually burning 96,000 acres, killing two firefighters and closing down…
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Watch Insane Kayaker Fly Down Yosemite’s Tenaya Creek Waterslide
Johnny Chase went full send on a massive Tenaya Creek waterslide recently, reaching insane speeds on his kayak in Yosemite…
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Five Lightning-Caused Wildfires Burning in Yosemite
There are multiple fires burning in Yosemite National Park’s wilderness. Wildfires when caused by lightning are a natural phenomenon on…
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Outdoors
NorCal Man’s Death-Defying Climb up El Capitan Captured in “Free Solo” Documentary
Alex Honnold is a household name in rock climbing. Some have even referred to him as the “Michael Jordan of…
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Airstream Livin’ – A Brand New “Glamping” Experience is Coming to Yosemite
Camping is great but if you prefer the comfort of glamping, you can stay in an iconic silver bullet Airstream at…
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Rare Collection of Ansel Adams Photography Donated to the Yosemite Museum in Yosemite National Park
A rare collection of 45 photographs by acclaimed 20th century photographer Ansel Adams (1902-1984) has been donated to the Yosemite Museum in Yosemite National…
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News
Teenager Falls to Death Trying to Snap Selfie in Yosemite
A teenager from Israel who was visiting Yosemite National Park died on Wednesday after trying to take a selfie next…
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Former Army Ranger Missing in Yosemite Found Dead
Scott Tenczar, the former army ranger and experienced hiker was last seen on July 25Â at the Bridgeport Ranger Station, 10…
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The Ferguson Fire is 100 Percent Contained Following a 5-Week Battle
On July 13, the Feguson Fire erupted in Mariposa County, eventually burning 96,000 acres and killing two firefighters. On August…
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Park Officials Looking for Missing Hiker in Yosemite
Yosemite National Park officials are seeking help from the public to locate a missing hiker in the park. 48-year-old Scott Tenczar…
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Yosemite National Park Preparing to Reopen to Visitors
When the Ferguson Fire put a blanket of smoke over Yosemite National Park, officials were forces to close most of…
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Ferguson Fire Explodes in Size, Crosses Border into Yosemite National Park
The Ferguson Fire, which began on July 13th and has since grown to nearly 90,000 acres in Mariposa County, has…
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Yosemite Valley Remains Closed, Hundreds of Campers Evacuated Due to Smoke
As the Ferguson Fire continues to burnt through the Yosemite area, a dense cloud of smoke has filled the Yosemite…
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Deadly Fire Near Yosemite Doubles in Size, Could “Become a Major Threat” to the Park
The Ferguson Fire started just west of Yosemite National Park on Friday, July 13th and continues to grow rapidly, posing…
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Firefighter Killed Fighting the Ferguson Fire Near Yosemite
The 1,000 acre Ferguson Fire, currently burning on the steep and rugged terrain just west of Yosemite National Park, tragically…
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Dramatic Video Shows CHP Helicopter Crew Rescue Rock Climber in Yosemite
A dramatic video was released by the California Highway Patrol rescuing an injured rock climber on the south side of North…
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Hikes
3 World-Renown Day Hikes in Yosemite National Park
Many people like to visit Yosemite National Park for intimidating adventures, like the thrilling hike to the top of Half Dome,…
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Yosemite’s Famed Mariposa Grove Reopening to the Public
Following three long years of restoration work on Yosemite’s famed Mariposa Grove, park officials are ready for its grand reopening…
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Sports
Rock Climbing Duo Breaks the El Capitan Speed Record…Again.
Over the past month, famous rock climbing duo Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell have been routinely breaking records on one…
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Two Climbers Fall to Death on Yosemite’s El Capitan
Two rock climbers fell to their death on Saturday on the Free Blast route on Yosemite’s famous El Capitan. Jason Wells, age…
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Famous Rock Climbing Duo Breaks Speed-Climbing Record at Yosemite’s El Capitan
The Nose of Yosemite’s famous El Capitan was once thought to be unclimbable. Since the first ascent up The Nose…
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Hikes
The Thrilling Hike to the Top of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
Rising nearly 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley and 8,800 feet above sea level, Half Dome is a Yosemite National Park…
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Hiker Dies After Falling from Yosemite’s Half Dome “Cable” Trail
A hiker died after slipping and falling during the cable portion of the hike to the summit of Half Dome. The…
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National Park Tourism Contributes $2.7B to California Economy, Tops in Nation
A new National Park Service report shows that about 40.5 million visitors to national parks in California spent nearly $2…
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Waterfalls
Yosemite Waterfalls are Going CRAZY Right Now Following Recent ‘Pineapple Express’ Storm
When the Pineapple Express descended into Northern California, fear of flooding dominated the minds of local officials. And no one…
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