Spring Break Itinerary – One Day
Spring break in Yosemite is all about contrast: snow-dusted peaks, roaring waterfalls, sunny afternoons, and fewer crowds than summer. With Tenaya at Yosemite as your home base, you can experience the best of the park and still enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly pace. Here’s how to spend one unforgettable spring break day near Yosemite National Park.
Spring Itinerary – Three Days
Spring is a magical time to experience Yosemite National Park. As the snow melts and wildflowers bloom, March, April, and May reveal a whole new side of the park – and there’s no better home base than Tenaya at Yosemite. This Yosemite Spring itinerary blends the park’s must-see sights with on-site activities and comforts that only Tenaya can provide.
Spring Road Trip Itinerary – Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon
Experience Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks this spring with our thoughtfully curated Sierra road trip itinerary. Designed for travelers who appreciate iconic landscapes, scenic drives, and moments of both adventure and relaxation, each day unfolds at an unhurried pace — with time for photography, reflection, and returning each evening to comfort.
Summer One Day, Sleep Late Itinerary
Adventure blooms just beyond the boundaries. Follow the mist to Corlieu Falls on the Lewis Creek Trail, wander the winding beauty of Glacier Point Road and savor sunset-to-starlit hours in Yosemite National Park.
Summer One Day, Early Riser Itinerary
From first light to golden hour, this itinerary is your all-access pass to wonder. Catch the morning glow from Yosemite Valley, meander through quiet meadows and historic sites in Yosemite Valley, then finish the day with on-site adventures at Tenaya.
Mariposa Grove Itinerary
To impress the whole family, especially the young adventurers in your group, you have to go big. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias delivers, with towering trees, easy-access trails and photo ops that make perfect holiday card material.
Summer Weekend Itinerary
Three days. One unforgettable rhythm. From glass blowing and giant sequoias to misty trails, stargazing skies and the alpine calm of Tuolumne Meadows, this curated weekend is all about maximizing your time in Yosemite.
Summer Groups Itinerary
Summer at Yosemite is made for gathering. Experience team-building activities on-site, take in sweeping views from Glacier Point on a Yosemite 360 Tour, and share a catered, sunset meal back at Tenaya.
Fall Itinerary – One Day
Fall in Yosemite is more than a season—it’s a feeling. And when you’re staying at Tenaya at Yosemite, you’re perfectly placed to chase it all: vivid valley hikes, cozy lodge comforts, and a few unexpected moments in between.
Fall Itinerary – Three Days
Three days of golden light, crisp forest air, and mountain spirit. September and October in Yosemite National Park bring new ways to explore, connect, and unwind. This is your autumn adventure in the High Sierra, complete with horseback rides, vintage steam trains, and quiet moments under the stars.
Fall Road Trip: Greater Los Angeles to Yosemite
Sometimes the best adventures don’t need weeks of planning. Just pack a bag, cue up your favorite playlist, and hit the road. From Los Angeles, a fall road trip to Yosemite brings wide-open skies, cozy roadside stops, and the kind of crisp mountain air that resets your soul. Along the way, you’ll find small-town festivals, comfort food diners, and golden foliage framing the Sierra.
Road Trip Itinerary: Fall in Yosemite
You don’t have to drive hundreds of miles to feel worlds away. Once you’re here at Tenaya, Yosemite itself becomes the ultimate fall road trip. Pack a thermos, zip up your jacket, and set out to explore scenic overlooks, golden meadows, and hidden roadside gems at your own pace. With fewer crowds and cooler temps, autumn is the season Yosemite feels most like yours.
Winter Itinerary – One Day
Winter in Yosemite brings a quieter kind of magic: snow-dusted sequoias, crystal air, and the hush of the forest after a fresh snowfall. From a morning snowshoe among giants to an evening on the ice beneath the stars, this one-day Yosemite itinerary is crafted for travelers who love when adventure and comfort meet in perfect balance.