Classic Road TripBest Stops on the Drive from
Best Stops on the Drive from
San Francisco, CA to Yosemite National Park, CA
A 3-day weekend itinerary from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Discover historic Gold Rush towns like Groveland, walk through giant sequoia groves, and explore Yosemite Valley.
Distance
195 miles
Drive Time
4 hours
Best Time
May to September
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Must-See Stops Along the Way
These are our hand-picked recommendations to break up the drive.
1.5 hours
Groveland
A historic 1849 Gold Rush town featuring the historic Iron Door Saloon.
2 hours
Tuolumne Grove
Walk among mature giant sequoias and step through a dead tunnel tree.
4 hours
Yosemite Valley Floor
Enjoy up-close views of El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and walk Sentinel Meadow.
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