Yosemite Rocky Oaks

09/04/2026

More people are visiting Yosemite National Park this year, but they aren't spending more time waiting. Preliminary results from a new peak-season visitor survey found 96% of visitors rated their recreational experience in Yosemite as good or excellent, while 91% reported waiting less than 15 minutes to enter the park or experiencing no entrance delay at all.

The preliminary findings show:
-96% rated their recreational experience good or excellent, including 67% who rated it excellent.
-91% experienced no entrance delay or waited less than 15 minutes.
-56% said they spent less time looking for parking than they expected.
-Only 11% said finding parking took somewhat or much too long.

Read more at https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/more-visitors-less-waiting-yosemite-survey-shows-strong-peak-season-visitor-experience.htm.

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06/28/2026

Yosemite/Bass Lake • Hot tub • Modern Comfort

06/26/2026

Yosemite knows how to do . These are 🤩!

A little pop of purple, a little mountain magic, and a whole lot of High Sierra wow.

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06/23/2026

To celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, we encourage you to take advantage of the first of two California Free Fishing Days, which coincides with July 4. On this day, you can fish in California without a fishing license.

All fishing regulations—including bag and size limits, gear restrictions, report card requirements, fishing hours, and stream closures—still apply. This year, California’s Free Fishing Days fall on July 4 and September 5. For more information, visit https://wildlife.ca.gov/Licensing/Fishing/Free-Fishing-Days.

Go out, celebrate, fish, and stay safe!

06/22/2026

The town of Oakhurst is the perfect place to setup your basecamp not just for Yosemite but the treasure trove of adventure to be had in the foothills of the Sierra. All 4 seasons from Bass Lake to the Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad and everything in between, it's the perfect place to venture out from in all directions.

👇 Best Mountain Towns In California High Sierra To Visit Year-long https://californiahighsierra.com/trips/3-perfect-mountain-towns-to-visit-in-the-high-sierra-any-time-of-year/

Visit Yosemite Madera County

06/18/2026

Have you ever wanted to ask a climber what it’s like to summit El Capitan? Or hike with a ranger through giant sequoias? Or even have a star party with astronomers at Glacier Point? Yosemite National Park’s ranger programs can make that happen!

From guided walks and evening talks to Junior Ranger activities, there’s something for everyone at Yosemite. These programs open the door to firsthand knowledge of the park’s geology, wildlife, history, and the people who protect it. You’ll pick up practical tips for safe exploring, learn how to tread lightly, and walk away with a deeper connection to the park. Best of all, every ranger-led experience helps you play a role in protecting Yosemite for generations to come.

Ready to join in? Check the full calendar at https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/calendar.htm or grab a Yosemite Guide when you arrive. Some programs require reservations, so be sure to plan ahead!

06/06/2026

🌲 Last-Minute Yosemite Getaway? 🌲

A quick note to friends ✨ We still have a few open dates next week and some availability in July and August at our family vacation home near Yosemite and Bass Lake.

If you’ve been thinking about a last-minute escape, it’s a great time of year for:

✨ Yosemite adventures
✨ Bass Lake days on the water
✨ Wildlife spotting from the patio
✨ Sunset walks on the granite rocks
✨ S’mores by the fire pit
✨ Stargazing under the oaks

Recent guest favorites include our Pac-Man arcade game, co****le, family board games, and outdoor activities for the kids.

The home sleeps up to 8 guests, is pet-friendly, has a fully fenced backyard, a game loft, and plenty of space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring.

Ideally located near Yosemite and Bass Lake, it’s the perfect home base for exploring scenic viewpoints, waterfalls, family-friendly hikes, swimming spots, and all the outdoor adventures the Sierra has to offer.

📍 Oakhurst, California
• 10 minutes to Bass Lake
• 30 minutes to Yosemite’s South Entrance
• Less than 5 hours from Los Angeles

If you’d like to stay, take a look at the Airbnb for available dates. Friends and family are welcome to book directly, please message me.

Feel free to share with anyone who may be looking for a mountain getaway this summer! ✨🌲✨

Jackie Raventos van Hulst

Yosemite Oakhurst •Outdoor Living •Modern Spacious

06/04/2026