Plan a Day Trip to Yosemite
Spending time in scenic Murphys, California is a refreshing and fun experience for visitors year-round. While there’s a ton to do right on-site, a visit this way also puts you within reach of exciting nearby destinations like Yosemite National Park. If you have a day to spare and you’re looking to get out and explore, a trip to Yosemite is always worth your while and promises to be unforgettable.
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Plan Your Route and Timing Strategically
The most popular and direct route from Courtwood Inn to Yosemite National Park covers a little less than 95 miles of roadway and gets you where you’re going in around 2.5 hours when traffic conditions are normal. It’s always advisable to leave for your day trip to Yosemite as early as possible. This allows you to get ahead of midday traffic, include points of interest into your experience, and of course, maximize your time at the park as well. The earlier you leave, the more peace of mind you’ll have that you can get to everything you’re excited to see.
Points of Interest to Consider Along the Way
While some travelers will inevitably want to get right to Yosemite, there are plenty of interesting places to stop by if you have time to spare on the way there. If you happen to be a cheese enthusiast, you won’t want to miss the Oakdale Cheese & Specialties shop in Oakdale. You can stock up on your favorites with Gouda always ranking at the top of the list and they even have goats on-site you can feed as well! Mercer Caverns is also on the way from Courtwood Inn to Yosemite National Park. Here, you can tour a 19th-century gold prospector cave that’s as scenic as it is mysterious.
What to Enjoy When You Reach the Park
You could easily spend weeks at Yosemite and still not have enough time to savor everything there is to see and do. However, if you only have a day, there are certainly some highlights you’ll want to hit. Don’t miss out on viewing the climber at the iconic El Captain made even more famous with the release of the movie “Free Solo.” The walk to Mirror Lake is a must as it offers up a reflection of Half Dome that’s truly inspiring. You’ll want to set aside enough time to make the most of the Tunnel View above the valley, which is one of the park’s most beloved viewpoints. Finally, be sure to enjoy the short half-mile walk to Bridal Veil Falls so you can experience the cascades in person. If you decide to stay until sunset, admire sweeping colors across the sky at Yosemite from Taft Point which is renowned among photographers for its picture-perfect vantage point.
Book Your Stay at Courtwood Inn Today
No matter when you make your way to Murphys, booking your stay at Courtwood Inn is a sure way to elevate your adventure in luxury, comfort, and style. Reach out today to learn more and to start turning those California travel plans into a reality.
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