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Pinecrest Campground and Pinecrest Lake are located 30 miles east of Sonora, California, off of Highway 108.
There are 196 campsites available during peak season, which is from April to October. Sites range from 30-40' back-ins, no hook-ups, on five different loops. Loop D is located closest to the lake. Most sites include a paved parking pad, fire ring, picnic table, and a shaded area. The campground has water faucets close to m...
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It's not hard to picture Yosemite National Park in your mind's eye. It's easy to imagine a place of thundering waterfalls, granite crags, towering trees and beautiful wildlife, hundreds of acres wide thanks to the millions of photos taken of this beautiful place; however, it's not until you find yourself there, in the valley or on a trail, taking it all in, that you can really experience Yosemite.
From Modesto, Yosemite is only...
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The Caswell Memorial State Park is open year-round, from 8am to sunset, so whether looking for a day hike or an overnight stay, this park will fit the bill. There are tons of nature trails, so be sure to bring binoculars -- wildlife abounds at this park!
If looking to camp, reservations are recommended. Camper length cannot exceed 24 feet, trailer length cannot exceed 21 feet, and keep in mind that there are NO hook-ups. Group camp...
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Celebrate Earth Day in Yosemite! The organized activities take place during the weekend and on Earth Day, April 22.
Weekend events typically include an Earth Day Village Celebration, which details how the Park's partners are keeping Yosemite clean and preserved for generations to come. Before and after the Celebration, park interpreters, staff, and guides lead hikes, easy strolls and even bicycle rides. Each evening, entertainment ...
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The US National Parks in Northern California — including Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Yosemite National Park — are participating in fee-free days, so the fees normally charged for admission are waived.
Here are the fee-free dates for 2013:
- January 21st (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
- April 22-26 (National Park Week)
- August 25 (National Park Service Birthday)
- September 28 (National Public Lands Day)
- November 9-11 (Veterans Day weekend)...
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