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Yosemite Valley Floor — California, USA

Yosemite Valley Floor

Iconic granite cathedrals — El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Falls — ringing seven walkable miles of meadow and river.

Where on earth

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Region
California, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Granite valley (1,200 m)
Best season
March – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Granite valley (1,200 m)
  • Best season: March – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Iconic granite cathedrals — El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Falls — ringing seven walkable miles of meadow and river.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: March – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Granite valley (1,200 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Granite valley (1,200 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Yosemite Valley Floor

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Last verified: 1970-01-01