We were lucky and made it up there between road closures.The air is heavenly and we even had snow on the side of the road.Hike up in Tuolomene meadows, the Lyell canyon area, it is easy and beautiful and we were the only ones there!
We drove through Tuolumne Meadows on our way out of Yosemite after a three day visit. I regret that we didn't have time to stop an explore this beautiful area. Will almost certainly have to visit again. The ranger centre is a good place to stop for information and souvenirs.
This is an easy walk from Yosemite Falls shuttle stop or stop (11?) Right at Swinging Bridge (a long bridge that does not swing, but it beautiful) you can cut down onto the beach of the river. The view here is amazing. We sat here for a while with a duck who followed us around (we were not feeding it, it just liked us I guess). Seriously, the view is from a magazine sitting in front of this river.
Coming from England it is hard to imagine a park the size of Yosemite and the beauty just goes on & on and the Tuolumne Meadows is another little gem of somewhere to visit.Camping, hiking, a gentle stroll or just a drive through, this place has something for everyone.Blue skies, clean air, majestic views, nature doesn't get much better than this.
As we were driving around the park we stopped at the overlook . The area is nice and scenic with snow covered mountain tops in the background.
The meadows are beautiful in every season. As important, they are the gateway to several wonderful walks, hikes, or backpacks. The camp area is so pretty on the banks of the river, but in summer, bring bug juice.
So many great hikes at about 9000ft elecation !!Young Lakes and the fun waterfall shower between lake 1&2,,,The Deep scoured river swimmming holes in hot Summer and freezing icemelt water , near TM tent cabins , hot meals and hot showers for guests "Lodge".The frequent Summer afternoon big thunder and lightning downpours, Dangerous to be out in !!The small ridge hidden, Tioga Pass and west, fun and isolated Granite and Gaylor lakes basin , Summer wildflower walking for hours and hours !!Walk down to Waterwheel falls if early in hiking-walking season !!If you have the legs, South down Lyell Fork of river to Donahue Pass and stunning views!!A wise person could hike for a week here every year,,, esp the High Sierra camp to SW, hint hint.The world famous botanist Carl Sharsmith use to lead guided alpine flower walks on 120,,, ahhh, the better old days.
The meadows are pretty to see and walk through. Hard to imagine such a beautiful sight at such an elevation. The air is very clean and pure at that elevation and it is a sight to behold.
草地可以看到周围的雪山,旁边小溪潺潺,时而有鹿和松鼠在四处奔跑觅食,很有生机,优山美地不但有瀑布,有攀岩,还有这样生机勃勃的场面,让人流连忘返。
We visited in the fall when it was quiet and peaceful and it was so beautiful - especially at sunset - that words cannot describe it.