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Yosemite Summer Itineraries

Summer adventures are endless

Summer means full access to Yosemite’s treasures. High country roads clear, alpine lakes become accessible, and long daylight hours stretch time on the trail. Meadows turn green, rivers run steady, and iconic viewpoints—from Glacier Point to Tuolumne Meadows—come fully into reach. June through September is Yosemite at its most expansive, and Tenaya places you right at the edge of it all.

Explore a collection of Yosemite summer itineraries built to help you make the most of every hour. Early starts, high-elevation routes, time on the water, and unhurried evenings that carry the day just a little longer.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Half Dome in Yosemite National Park, lit by soft sunrise light, with rugged cliffs and a hazy sky in the background. Maximum Time in Yosemite

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.

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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.

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Spark discovery with on-site activities included in each stay.

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