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Yosemite Valley

Yosemite National Park, CA
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Type: Valleys, Hiking Trails
Description: Many climbers consider Yosemite Valley among the world's very best climbing sites.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Buena Park, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

If you're not much into elevation hiking, taking the valley floor loop will definitely be worth your while. Be warned: it is a large area to cover and you should break up the hike into sections.

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Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Plenty of things to do with the kids. Especially this time of year nice and cool. Absolutely gorgeous!!!!

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Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom
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35 attraction reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Did a fly drive from la to las vegas this is a must as beautiful waterfalls. You can also camp here I stay in a bear tent here was brilliant

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Brockville, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is a stunning park and certainly one of the best. When you talk to people they make it seem like its the greatest place on earth. Don't get me wrong its worth seeing with out a doubt, however I was left wanting more. We only did the small hikes in the valley, and I expect the higher you go... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful park. Stayed on the paved trail near Yosemite Falls. Definitely worth the trip, but didn't have enough time there.

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Wallingford, Connecticut, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This was my second time visiting the park. We had the perfect weather, about 80 degrees and breezy. Did a hike at Mirror Lake, if you aren't looking for something very active, stick to the paved trail. Hiked about 2 miles in and found out that we would have to go another 3 miles before the wooded trail met back... More

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Cebu City
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Yosemite National Park has got to be one of the most stunning places on earth. When I say civilised, I mean that it is accessible, well-visited, and well-oiled. There are cars, and buses all over the place and there are very few places in the valley where you will find yourself alone. Having said that, it is so well-managed that... More

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Highworth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Part of a tour, but probably second only to the Grand Canyon! Absolutely beautiful and a close encounter with a black bear was pretty special!! A once in a lifetime experience, must be visited. The scenery is amazing and unequalled anywhere else I have been.

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Great views, lots of walks to do, but heaps of people around and zillions of big RVs everywhere. We were hoping to see bears but no chance with all the activity going on.

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Oakham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I have been fortunate enough to do quite a bit of travelling: For years I have wondered if there is any sight on the planet more spectacular than The Victoria Falls. And I am a nightmare to travel with because mose trips end in me saying "This does not beat Vic Falls though". Yosemite Valley however, definintely does! With endless... More

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