Azure lakes, rushing streams, and at times white waters will make for interesting fishing, canoeing and rafting. The varied landscape will permit those who enjoy going rock climbing or even bouldering some great venues to visit. In the winter, you will be able to enjoy skiing or snowshoeing. Year around those who have a special affinity for photography will find plenty of material to fill up rolls upon rolls of film with nature shots, special flora and fauna, as well as the beautiful surroundings.
If you decide against camping, or have so much to do that you want to regroup each evening before starting another day of sightseeing or adventuring, you will doubtlessly wonder where to stay near picturesque Yosemite National Park. Fortunately, there are many choices around, bit if you want to stay where the locals would go, you must take a look at Midpines, CA. In Midpines, CA travelers will be able to find the eclectic Yosemite Bug Hostel and Lodge. An insider tip from locals, and one heeded by many travelers, this hostel will accommodate any taste and budget.
Whether you are looking for a couple's tent cabin, a campsite for the family, a private room with a bath, or the true hostel bunk bed experience, in Midpines, CA travelers will be able to stay at the "Bug" and experience it all! Did you know that you can enforce a "no television" rule while traveling with your media hungry teenagers? It is true! The "Bug" does not have television sets and instead you will be able to drink in the local atmosphere and scenery simply by going outside on the deck and watching a sunset. Have a great dinner at the restaurant and then fortify yourself with a great night's sleep for another day of adventures and sightseeing.
Only a short distance from Midpines, CA travelers will be able to reach Yosemite Village which is home to Galen Clark's gravesite in the historic cemetery. While you are there, do not miss the re-creation of a Miwok Indian village which is located just behind the museum in the Village. When you are done with your outing, you will be able to return to the Yosemite Bug Hostel and Lodge for an evening of mountain biking - yes, they do rent the bikes! Perhaps you would prefer to go fishing instead in one of the many nearby streams and lakes to catch the evening bite!
When you had enough for the evening and are ready to call it a night, go back to your accommodations and plan the outing for the next day. With so much to see and do, you want to make sure that you have a plan for the next few days. There is nothing worse than staying too close to your lodgings only to have to leave for home and then realize just how much you have missed! Fortunately, the "Bug" offers itineraries that will acquaint you with everything the area has to offer. Enjoy your trip!