Yosemite Valley Current Conditions & Perfect 1-Day Winter Itinerary

Plan the perfect family-friendly 1-day winter itinerary in Yosemite Valley with sunrise views, easy hikes, and sunset stops. This travel guide includes up-to-date current conditions for early winter, plus top stops like Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, Cook’s Meadow, and Yosemite Falls—everything you need for a safe, scenic, unforgettable Yosemite winter visit with weather tips and photo spots.

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Hiking to Yosemite’s Mirror Lake in Winter

Read this Flying Dawn Marie travel guide about hiking to Mirror Lake in Yosemite National Park during Winter. This Yosemite Valley trail is a popular hike during snowy months. The pristine seasonal lake offers reflective views of Half Dome and many other granite formations in the Tenaya Canyon. This is an easy to moderate hike that is dog friendly and perfect for families near Curry Village.

Best California Trips for 2023 Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter

Read this Flying Dawn Marie travel guide for the best trips in California to take in 2023. Listed out in this article are 6 top road trips to take during each season, Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. We'll explore mountain adventures in Yosemite and Lassen Volcanic National Park, as well as beach destinations in Big Sur. We'll head to the desert to discover unique landscapes in Death Valley.

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Mirror Lake - Yosemite Dog Friendly Hike

Today we're taking the Mirror Lake Trail, which is a dog friendly hike in Yosemite Valley. On our journey, we'll enjoy views of Tenaya Creek and the surrounding forest, until it finally opens up to the Mirror Meadow under Half Dome.