Valley Visitor Center (V1)
The largest visitor center in the Park with helpful information to guide you through your Yosemite adventure.
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Valley Visitor Center (V1) Details
All the information you'll need to get the most out of your Yosemite visit can be found here. Brochures, books, maps, trail guides, the _Yosemite Today_ newspaper, Ranger programs, and information on bear conditions are all available at this convenient location. Staff members also are on hand to answer any questions you may have about the Park. An introductory, 23-minute film about Yosemite plays regularly in the auditorium, and displays explain the natural and geological history of the Yosemite Valley. A pair of self-guided trails also begin here -- the Ahwaneechee Village Trail starts behind the main building, while the "Changing Yosemite" nature walk starts near the bike path at the front of the building. Roadside marker: V1
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Low
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Yosemite Valley
Nearby Parks Around Valley Visitor Center (V1)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Valley Visitor Center (V1)
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E1 Valley Visitor Center
A year-round facility featuring Yosemite maps and information, a bookstore, nature exhibits, and a theatre,
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P2 Valley Visitor Center
A Ranger-staffed facility with an information desk, bookstore, and exhibits detailing Yosemite's geology, plant and animal life, and history.
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Yosemite Museum
Changing exhibits provide insight into the cultural history of the native Miwok and Paiute tribes.
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Yosemite Museum
Cultural history of the native Miwok and Paiute tribes.
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Yosemite Cemetery
This historic cemetery is located just across the street from Yosemite Museum and is worth some investigation.
