I look forward to revisiting Yosemite National Park (YNP). One advantage of visiting a national park in the off-season (Liz and I visited YNP in November) is the obvious lack of people. Unfortunately, the off-season is typically not as beautiful as the busy tourist season. YNP has potential. Over the years I've heard many friendly discussions on which park is more spectacular, Yosemite National Park or Glacier National Park. I can honestly say GNP is more spectacular. However, I reserve the right to change my mind after visiting YNP when the trees have green leaves and the waterfalls are full of roaring white-water.
There were 2 highlights when we visited. The Mist Trail is a must. The day hike is straight up the side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and almost straight down. The trail gives close-up views of Vernal Falls, Emerald Pool, and Nevada Falls. One can get so close to the falls that the wet spray will slap you in the face. The second highlight are the many Giant Sequoia groves. This was my first experience with the giant trees of the West....they were breathtaking!
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