2023/08 Yosemite National Park: Big Oak Flat Road
Big Oak Flat Road from Tuolumne Grove to El Portal Road offers a scenic drive through some of Yosemite National Park’s most iconic landscapes. Starting from Tuolumne Grove, known for its towering giant sequoias, the road winds its way down, offering glimpses of the beautiful Sierra Nevada forests.
A key highlight along the route is the Half Dome Viewpoint, where you can catch a breathtaking view of the iconic Half Dome in the distance, framed by the forested slopes and granite peaks. Continuing along Big Oak Flat Road, you reach Yosemite Valley Viewpoint, a spectacular spot where the grandeur of Yosemite Valley unfolds in front of you—featuring views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and the Merced River winding through the valley floor. This stretch of road showcases some of the most famous sights in Yosemite, giving drivers an unforgettable experience of the park’s dramatic landscapes.
0:00 Highlights
0:50 Tioga Road
14:50 Sunset Color
18:30 Tuolumne Grove
20:00 Big Oak Flat Road
25:45 Valley
28:40 Half Dome
30:00 Bridalveil Falls
31:20 Big Oak Flat Road (cont.)
35:15 El Portal Road
41:30 Yosemite NP Entrance
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