The Ferguson fire in Yosemite National Park that shut off the scenic Yosemite Valley for three weeks was fully contained on Aug. 19, and all entry roads through Tuolumne County (Highway 120), Mariposa County (Highway 140) and Madera County (Highway 41) are now open. Early fall is a great time to visit this iconic California attraction—and yes, there’s plenty for you and your dog to do together. #yosemitenow
Read more.Dog-friendly waterfall hikes in our National Parks
Whiskeytown Falls.
We can’t gush enough about the dog-friendly waterfall hikes and photo opportunities waiting for you Read more.
Yosemite is positively pawsome for dogs
Is Yosemite dog-friendly? Every DogTrekker headed in this direction wants to know. And the answer is…“Yes!”…with caveats. Read more.
Fifth stop: Mammoth Lakes back to Sac via Yosemite
Allow a full day—or more, if time permits—for the long but scenic drive back to Sacramento via Highway 120 over Tioga Pass Road through Yosemite National Park. Read more.
Yosemite’s watery icon
California’s best-known cataract is 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls, a voice-drowning, three-stage gusher that roars like a highway during the snow-melt season. Read more.