The views at Yosemite National Park must be experienced to be believed. El Capital, Sentinel Dome, Bridalveil Falls, Half Dome and the whole Yosemite Valley are among the most breathtaking views in the world. Our introduction to the park this summer was stunning. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite National Park annually; most of them enter the park and then never leave the 7 square miles of the Yosemite Valley floor, an area less than 1% of the whole park. (Ourselves included.) Alex and Serene enjoyed the Merced River the most. First the toes, than the ankles, and knees dipped into the cool water, before they both couldn't resist and plowed in fully clothed into river just inches from the shore.* With the southwestern most entrance to the park is just about a four hour drive from our house, we'll be back for all the seasons.
[*WARNING: Use caution as with any river as later in the season, other children drowned in rougher spots.]
