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“Stop trampling vegetation” – how your hiking boots are changing Yosemite’s landscape

By Julia Clarke published

Traffic from wayward hikers is encouraging pine tree growth, and blocking some of the park’s most famous views

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Upper Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, USA

Hiker caught climbing safety barrier at Upper Yosemite Falls for a better view

By Cat Ellis published

The Upper Falls Trail is one of Yosemite's most popular routes, but the NPS warns of steep drops, sandy soil, and crumbly rock

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Man building rock cairn

Quit building giant rock cairns, say Yosemite Park Rangers

By Cat Ellis published

Cairns should only be built by Rangers and trail workers for navigation and safety purposes

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A rainbow emerges from the mist at the base of Bridal Veil Falls in California's Yosemite National Park

The 5 best waterfall hikes in Yosemite National Park

By Julia Clarke published

The best waterfall hikes in Yosemite National Park take you through soaking mist, rainbows and up steep granite scrambles

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Light effect on El Capitan, Yosemite

15 amazing Yosemite National Park facts

By Julia Clarke published

These 15 amazing Yosemite National Park facts are bound to have you planning your itinerary for your first (or next) visit to this spellbinding natural wonder

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