Best Stops on the Drive from
San Francisco, CA to Yosemite National Park, CA
Leave the fog of the Bay Area behind and drive into the towering granite cliffs of the Sierra Nevada. This iconic California road trip is packed with Gold Rush history.
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Must-See Stops Along the Way
These are our hand-picked recommendations to break up the drive.
Livermore Valley Wine Country
Before hitting the mountains, stop in one of California's oldest wine regions. It's a quieter, more relaxed alternative to Napa.
Oakdale
Known as the 'Cowboy Capital of the World'. Grab some amazing BBQ and explore the western boutiques in their historic downtown.
Groveland
A perfectly preserved 1849 Gold Rush town. Don't miss the Iron Door Saloon, the oldest continuously operating saloon in California.
Tunnel View
Right as you enter Yosemite Valley, you will be hit with the most iconic vista in the world: El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall all in one frame.
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