The Best Ways to Celebrate National Park Week In Yosemite

National Park Week kicks off Saturday, April 20, 2019, making Easter weekend the perfect time to visit Yosemite!

The Best Ways to Celebrate National Park Week In Yosemite

Although National Park Week takes place Saturday, April 20th through Sunday, April 28th, free admission is only applicable during the first day of National Park Week. But, one day of free admission is a great way to get a taste of Spring within Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Rail

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Rail

“All aboard!”

Located just outside of Yosemite National Park, the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Rail has opened for the season!

While everyone loves this fun-filled excursion, it’s especially fun for small kids. Bring the family out for National Park Week and enjoy train rides,  gold panning, and embrace history in the on-site rail museum.

Visit Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad for ticket information.

Photo by Yosemite Conservancy, Yosemite Falls as of April 7, 2019

Waterfalls are abundant

Yosemite Falls

One of the most popular waterfalls in Yosemite, Yosemite Falls is a beautiful 2,425 ft waterfall that can be seen from several locations within Yosemite Valley.

Hike the one-mile loop trail that leads to the base of the fall, or take an all-day hike to the very top of Yosemite Falls– the choice is yours. Either way, you will witness one of the most beautiful waterfalls there is to see.

Bridalveil Fall

While it is not one of the largest waterfalls, it is one of the most beautiful ones there is to see. And, the photos you can take while here are breathtakingly beautiful.

A few other waterfalls to visit while in Yosemite during National Park Week:

• Vernal Fall (317 ft.)
• Nevada Fall (594 ft.)
• Horsetail Fall (1,000 ft. — this waterfall is located on the east side of El Capitan)

Of course, there is SO much more to Yosemite than just the waterfalls. The park holds a lot of history that is worth learning and exploring.

The National Parks Conservation Association has created a list of 5 Ways to Celebrate National Park Week that we think you’ll enjoy. Check it out!

Make a weekend out of it

As we mentioned earlier, free admission is only applicable to the first day of National Park Week (Saturday, April 20th). However, there is still plenty you can do outside of Yosemite!

Stay at The Pines Resort, just 17-miles from Yosemite’s Southgate

Located right along Bass Lake and just 17 miles from the southern gate of Yosemite National Park, The Pines Resort is only lakeside resort in the Yosemite area.

Additionally, staying with us at The Pines Resort will afford you the opportunity to explore Yosemite and fish, jet ski, relax poolside, swim, barbecue, and unwind in your very own chalet or lakeside suite. Moreover, we regularly host events including the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Brunch!

Easter Brunch

Since Easter is Sunday, April 21st, you can enjoy Yosemite’s free admission Saturday and celebrate Easter at The Pines Resort the very next day!

Easter Brunch takes place from 10 am to 3 pm Easter Day with 39 items –not including desserts. Brunch will include:

• An array of salads
• Breakfast options
• Cold & warm side selections
• Entrees
• Honey Glazed Pit Ham
• Sea Salt Crusted Prime Rib
• Roasted Turkey
• Chicken Apple Sausage

Reservations can be made by calling Amanda at (559)692-8857.

There are so many things to do while in the Yosemite-Bass Lake area. With everything from the Bass Lake Yosemite Triathlon to fishing tournaments and more, the opportunity to engage in new and old traditions is endless.

Stay up-to-date on current and upcoming events by following us on Facebook. You can also visit www.basslake.com for booking and event information.  See you soon!