Have you ever stumbled upon a place without knowing what it is supposed to look like and are left completely dumbfounded by its beauty? Well, when I decided to make the hike out to Crocker Point for the first time, that was exactly what happened to me. I didn’t even know this vista point had a name, but I was taken back by its beauty, its grandeur, and the alignment of El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall. All together, my first experience seeing Crocker Point made me realize this underrated vista point might actually be the most incredible view in all of Yosemite Valley.
Read MoreRibbon Fall | Yosemite Valley Waterfall Guide
When you arrive in Yosemite Valley, one thing you will immediately notice are the waterfalls. In every direction, you will find waterfalls that can, and will, take your breath away as you stare at their beauty. Many of them have names and one of my favorites is Ribbon Fall near El Capitan. This waterfall is often “hidden” in plain sight as Ribbon Fall is often in the shadow of El Capitan. However, once you start to spend some time in Yosemite National Park, you will realize this delicate waterfall dances with the wind and shimmers in the sunset light, unlike any other waterfall in Yosemite.
Read MoreBest Views of Yosemite Valley
The natural beauty of Yosemite is so incredible that it inspired an entire 19th-century conservation movement, which resulted in the valley’s protection as a national park in 1890. Naturalists led by John Muir (1838–1914) and artists like photographer Ansel Adams (1902–1984) found inspiration for their life’s work here. When planning your trip to Yosemite National Park, checking out the best views of Yosemite Valley ahead of time are critical to the Yosemite experience.
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