Glacier Point

Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 107 (Wedding Sanctuary at Yosemite)

Jeff

Wedding at Glacier Point, YosemiteWedding Party at Glacier Point, Yosemite

We are not trying to equate Yosemite with a house of worship, but I must say when we came across this wedding party at Glacier Point, it certainly felt inspirational.

I do believe that our national parks, especially in some very special settings, have a sanctified air. What can be more awe-inspiring and inspirational than a background such as this?

A permit and processing fee with a combined total of $150 as of this writing, is required to use select park venues for weddings. There may be additional costs and naturally, there are a number of restrictions, etc. You can read more about Ceremony Locations in Yosemite National Park at the link.

 
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.

 

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See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.

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Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 63 (Glacier Point-Half Dome)

Jeff

Half Dome from Glacier PointHalf Dome from Glacier Point

I would advise anyone who visits Yosemite National Park to go to Glacier Point. There are numerous viewpoints which, on most days, will be stunning. For those who are more energetic and capable than I am, a hike up to Glacier Point and then back down would be tremendous. It is possible to take one trail up and another one down.

We decided that hiking up and down was more than we cared to do on the day we set up to go to Glacier Point. Fortunately, there is a shuttle bus that leaves from the Valley Lodge area and they offer a one-way fare. We took the bus up and hiked down. I heartily recommend this for those who are so inspired.

Another benefit of taking the shuttle is the “inside information” the bus drivers are able to share about the park’s history and highlights.

IMPORTANT – Purchase your tickets in advance or the shuttle may be sold out. If you know which day you want to visit, purchase tickets a couple of days in advance. The early shuttle tends to sell out quickly.

 
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.

 

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*All photographs Copyright by Jeffrey B. Ross with all rights reserved.

 
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.

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Year of Yosemite (YOY) – Day 24 (Nevada Falls from GP)

Jeff

Nevada Falls - closeup

A closer view of Nevada Falls as seen from Glacier Point

The Merced river and the waterfalls throughout the park were at near peak during our visit to Yosemite. This picture of Nevada Falls underscores nature’s power and beauty. Our lodge was close to Yosemite Valley Falls and we enjoyed the low, sleep-inducing roar throughout the night.

 
Do you have a question about our visit to Yosemite? Ask it in the comment section.

 

JBRish.com originally published this post
*All photographs Copyright by Jeffrey B. Ross with all rights reserved.

 
See previous Year of Yosemite (YOY) posts HERE. If you want to read the introduction to the YOY series, CLICK HERE.

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