Plan Around El Capitan Picnic Area
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El Capitan Picnic Area Details
This picnic area has great views of El Capitan, but no drinking water. All picnic areas in Yosemite Valley have picnic tables, vault toilets, garbage and recycling receptacles. All picnic areas except Lower Yosemite Fall and Church Bowl have grills.
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Nearby Parks Around El Capitan Picnic Area
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Nearby Points of Interest Around El Capitan Picnic Area
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E3 El Capitan Picnic Area
A perfect place to enjoy a picnic lunch and the beautiful view.
0.1 mi away
El Capitan Restroom
Visit this restroom that sits in the shadow of El Capitan!
0.4 mi away
Swimming
Choose areas carefully and swim only during low water conditions.
0.4 mi away
Three Brothers View (V16)
John Muir considered this view from Eagle Peak to be the most beautiful view of Yosemite Valley.
