Books are a fun and simple way to help kids learn about everything from animals and weather to holidays and faraway places. They’re also a great way to remember a favorite spot you’ve visited in the past. In our family, one such favorite place is Yosemite National Park. Whenever a trip to our family cabin in is on the horizon, our favorite books about the park come out in … [Read more...]
Ranger Baldy and the Disappearing Waterfall: A Yosemite National Park Adventure
If you’ve spent much around here, you know we’re huge fans of all things Yosemite National Park. (I’ve even written an insider’s guide to exploring the place with kids.) We’ve read lots of books for kids about Yosemite over the years and were thrilled to be introduced to a brand new title earlier this fall: Ranger Baldy and the Disappearing Waterfall: A Yosemite Park … [Read more...]
Family Friendly Hiking in Yosemite National Park: Bridalveil Fall
Hiking to a waterfall is a must when visiting Yosemite National Park. One great family friendly option is Bridalveil Fall. If you’ve seen the iconic Tunnel View before, you’ve likely seen Bridalveil Fall. It’s the waterfall that is often the first visitors see when entering Yosemite Valley. The 620-foot Bridalveil Fall makes a perfect hike for kids for a couple of … [Read more...]
A Guide to Exploring Yosemite National Park With Kids in Fall
We’ve come to especially enjoy visiting Yosemite National Park during fall. By October and November, crowds have long since vanished giving you the chance to see some amazing sights without all those pesky travelers. Why visit? Same great views, less people to share them with. What’s the weather like? Quite varied. We’ve visited in October and had warm, dry weather … [Read more...]
Hiking in Yosemite With Kids: Mirror Lake
Our hike to Mirror Lake earlier this spring ranks up there as one of my favorites ever as a family. Yes, I love hiking just about anywhere in Yosemite. But what I love about the trail to Mirror Lake is that it offers a little something for everyone.Why they call it Mirror LakeAt 2 miles round trip and little-to-no elevation gain, it’s easily manageable with kids either in … [Read more...]