JUNE 13, 2017

START:     Visalia, CA         TODAY:       293   Miles

END:        Groveland, CA    TOTAL:     3,768   Miles

An hour down the road at Oakhurst we took a sharp left toward Mariposa.  John Lennon was singing “Imagine” on Sirius as we passed small towns with populations of 250-1,000.  Then on Hwy 120 we experienced a whole new level of white-knuckle cutback turns with sharp drop-offs and rock ledges. 

 The road appeared to fall off the cliff, but over the hillside we could see the road double back on itself.  Thankfully Ron was at the wheel and was able to ignore my reaction as we rounded the curves with shear drop-offs and no guardrails.  Holy Moly!

Settled into Yosemite Pines campground we ate a quick lunch then headed to the park.  It was 20 miles to the west entrance of Yosemite, then we drove another 50 miles to reach Glacier Point.   Snow was still on the ground in shaded areas and Tioga Pass is still closed. Washburn Point was an expansive view featuring three landmarks; Bridal Veil Falls, Half Dome and El Capitan.  

Glacier Point, the highest point of the day, glistened as the sunlight reflected off the snow-capped mountains.

This was a perfect place for a “selfie”, but some folks just can’t help themselves.

Our final stop for the day required a short hike to the base of Bridal Veil Falls.  We were so close the air was heavy with mist from the spray.  The light cooperated forming  a rainbow at the base.  

On our way back to the camper, we stopped at a car jam realizing there was a bear in the meadow.  What a  treat!

Ron captured the sunset as left the park not arriving home until 9:00 p.m.  A long day, but amazing!