Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park

Name: Olmsted Point
Address: Tioga Road, Yosemite National Park, 95389, United States

#144 among attractions in Yosemite National Park

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Olmsted Point is a viewing area off Tioga Pass Road in Yosemite National Park which offers a view south into Tenaya Canyon, giving, in particular, a view of the northern side of Half Dome, Clouds Rest, and a view of Tenaya Lake to the east. The granite slopes immediately south and southwest of the parking lot feature numerous glacial erratics scattered about, as well as a short 0.125 mi trail leading south - through a small grove of trees - to the top of a small granite dome where the view of Clouds Rest and Half Dome is clearest. ()

Coordinates: 37°48'39"N, 119°29'10"W

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Tioga RoadYosemite National Park 95389 United States

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Olmsted Point – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tenaya Lake, Clouds Rest, Snow Creek Falls, May Lake.

2 miNE
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