Driving Tioga Road Through Yosemite Story

Planning to drive Tioga Road? It's a scenic, less visited part of Yosemite National Park, perfect for summer or fall.

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From the Big Oak Flat Entrance in the west to Lee Vining in the east, Tioga Road stretches about 72 miles through spectacular scenery.

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Walk among giant sequoias in Tuolumne Grove or Merced Grove. These are two of three groves in the park.

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Tioga Pass, at close to 10,000 feet above sea level, is the highest point on the drive. The pass is the highest auto mountain pass in California.

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Olmsted Point along Tioga Road is one of the best viewpoints in Yosemite National Park. The views of Clouds Rest and Half Dome are impressive.

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Tenaya Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in California. There is a beach you can enjoy, and a trail to walk around the lake.

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Tuolumne Meadows look stunning, especially in the spring and early summer, with lots of wildflowers and fresh green in the meadows.

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If you are up for a challenge, you can climb to the top of Lembert Dome for expansive views. The climb is rated moderately difficult.

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There are many other exciting things to see and do along Tioga Road, from scenic overlooks to lakes and hiking.

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Swipe up to learn more and start planning your Tioga Road drive!

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