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In Traveler magazine’s November/December issue our panel of experts offer their take on the best hikes and sights in Yosemite National Park. Online we offer expert-recommended reads and a chance for you to meet our magazine panel. Here, we offer the best links so you can book your entire trip there—online.

Getting There
National Park Service
Information on getting to the park by airplane, car, or bus—plus, links to get details on road conditions

Yosemite.com
Information on traveling to Yosemite by airplane or bus—plus, links to book reservations online

Determining Time Difference
Time and Date
A direct link to the current time and date in nearby Sacramento, California

Making Telephone Calls
Telephone Area Code Finder
Scroll to find telephone area code information for cities located in California

Checking Weather Forecasts
Yosemite Association
An overview on the park’s average monthly temperatures and rainfall—plus, a link to get information on current weather conditions

Where to Eat
Yosemite.com
Links to information on area eateries and restaurants

AreaParks.com
Information on eating out in and around Yosemite—plus, locator maps to help you get there

Where to Stay
Yosemite Website
Information on area accommodations—plus, a link to book reservations online

Yosemite Association
Information on lodging located in and around the park

Yosemite.com
Details on accommodations located near Yosemite, organized by neighborhood and type

Camping
Details on local campgrounds—plus, a link to book reservations online

How to Get Around
National Park Service
Information on Yosemite’s free shuttle service—plus, locator maps

Yosemite.com
Information on operators that lead guided tours in the park and its surrounding areas

Attractions
National Park Service
Details on the Yosemite Museum—plus, helpful contacts for travelers

Yosemite.com
Information on must-see sights in the park and its surrounding areas

Recreational Activities
National Park Service
Links to information on such park-area outdoor activities as biking, climbing, horseback riding, fishing, and more

Yosemite.com
Links for information on park-area raft and bike rentals—plus, links to details on nature walks, hiking, backpacking, fishing, and more

Yosemite.com
Links for information on park-area hiking trails

AreaParks.com
Links for information on park-area skiing, biking, golfing, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and more

Educational Programs
National Park Service
Information on the Park Service’s Yosemite-related educational events

Yosemite Association
Information on field seminars designed to suit a variety of different ages and interests

Where to Shop
YosemiteGifts.com
A direct link to the park’s online store, which sells camping gear, posters, clothing, and more

Maps
National Geographic Topography Maps
Links to order helpful topography maps

Trail Tracks: Panoramic Hiking Trail Maps
A direct link to preview and order a detailed, Yosemite-area hiking map

Welcome to Yosemite!
A collection of printable maps to help you navigate your way through the park

Packing Tips
AreaParks.com
A suggested packing list for hikers and backcountry campers to consult

Newspapers
SF Gate
The online edition of the daily San Francisco Chronicle

The San Francisco Examiner
A direct link to the newspaper’s online edition

Yosemite Association
A direct link to newspaper articles about Yosemite and issues that effect the park

Books
Rough Guides
Rough Guides’ take on travel to California and Yosemite National Park

Yosemite Store
Information on a variety of Yosemite-related books—plus a link so you can buy online

Newsletters
Yosemite Today
A downloadable version of the National Park Service’s biweekly visitor’s guide to Yosemite

For More Information
National Park Service
An official guide to Yosemite by the National Park Service, with information on such elements as tourist contacts, trip-planning, news reports, and more

Yosemite Association
Information on Yosemite-area camping, lodging, wildlife, weather, and more

Great Outdoor Recreation Pages
Information on GORP’s selection of guided park expeditions