October 8, 2025 -Catheys Valley (elevation 1,325 feet) boasts some of the richest grazing land in the American West, where fall colors arefocused on the oaks that quickly turn to yellow and then brown to mirror the fields of grass around them. September 6, 2023 -Mid-October to early November are usually the best times to visit Yosemite to see the park covered in golden Autumn tones. Fall colors can be found at Yosemite startingearly October to mid or late November, depending on rain, storms, wind, etc.
February 16, 2022 -Glacier Point - this beautiful view point is a bit higher, around 7,000 ft in elevation so you’ll see colors change up here before the Valley, around the beginning to middle of October. Tioga Pass - this part of the park is much higher than the Valley, with elevations between 6,000 - 9,900 ft with hikes that take you even higher. The meadows will crisp to a golden hue and some shrubbery as well, usually in October.
This road closes for the season after a big snowfall in the late fall, which varies each year. Check Yosemite’s current conditions here. September 30, 2025 -Vibrant fall colors in Yosemite ...
Meadow, and on the trail from Badger Pass to Bridalveil Creek Campground · Dogwood:Red to pink— prevalent in Yosemite Valley, Wawona, and especially striking in the Mariposa Grove of ... August 21, 2019 -During late October, the valley comes alive withorange, yellow & redleaves. Yosemite Fall Colors are beautiful...if you know where to find them.
April 30, 2024 -In the Yosemite Valley you’ll findbig leaf maple, sugar maple, elm, dogwood, black cottonwood, and black oak, just to name a few...and if you’re looking for the classic quaking aspen, head up to Tioga Pass for some more vibrant Autumn hues. 2 weeks ago -Whether hiking to breathtaking vistas, biking through colorful foliage, or stargazing under crystal-clear skies, you'll fall in love with Yosemite's Fall adventures! Marvel at Yosemite's dark skies, perfect for spotting stars and planets. Bring a star chart, binoculars, and warm clothing for the best experience.
Pedal through Yosemite Valley's flat, paved trails alive with colorful fall foliage. September 9, 2024 -The best spots to see fall foliage in Yosemite are mostly in the valley, where you will see the leaves on the oak, maple, and dogwood trees turn intovibrant shades of orange, yellow, and red. July 5, 2024 -Leaf peepers will be rewarded on a trail that goes from the Badger Pass ski area to Bridalveil Creek Campground.
The southern part of Yosemite Valley is colored inyellow, red, orange, and bronzethanks to a great variety of trees. June 13, 2025 -John Muir Heritage Society donors giving at the Protector level and above are invited to experience the beauty of fall in the Valley.
