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Yosemite is a stretch of California's Sierra Nevada that has drawn visitors for well over a century. This national treasure invites travelers to venture into its epic landscape filled with granite cliffs, sheer rock faces, soaring waterfalls, and breathtaking meadows.

Yosemite National Park itself covers nearly 1,200 square miles, and the towns around its edges give you the perfect base for exploring it all. Explore the communities of El Portal and Mariposa along Highway 40 in Mariposa County, serving as the primary western gateway into the park. Dive into Mariposa’s Gold Rush history while enjoying easy access to Glacier Point, the Arch Rock entrance and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.

Just outside the southern gate, the picturesque town of Oakhurst in Madera County offers shops, restaurants, and a small-town feel. Fish Camp brings you within minutes of the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, while Bass Lake offers ample water recreation for a Yosemite getaway.

The history of Yosemite National Park and the surrounding area runs deep. Several Native American tribes, including the Southern Sierra Miwuk and Sierra Mono, have ancestral roots in the area dating back over 5,500 years. This includes the Ahwahnechee of the Sierra Miwuk, a name which is reflected today in the community of Ahwahnee on the east end of Yosemite Valley.

Following California’s Gold Rush years in the mid 1800s, the park became one of the first protected lands in the country when Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Grant in 1864. Naturalist John Muir further championed its protection in the late 1800s, and his work helped shape the conservation movement. Yosemite earned national park status in 1890, protecting these lands for generations to come.

People come to Yosemite for a sense of wonder, adventure, and beauty. Hikers tackle trails from easy valley loops to the cables of Half Dome. Rock climbers chase the world-famous walls of El Capitan. Wildlife watchers spot mule deer, black bears, and soaring peregrine falcons. And plenty of visitors simply come to stand in Yosemite Valley and take it all in.

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Yosemite

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Yosemite is home to majestic granite topped mountains, giant sequoias, waterfalls, peaceful riverside spots, and infinite outdoor adventure. Bordered by the Sierra and Stanislaus National Forests, Yosemite sprawls across nearly 1,200 square feet in the heart of California, spanning four counties and endless wonder.

From Yosemite’s western gateway near El Portal on the Merced River to its southern entrance just a stone’s throw from the charming towns of Oakhurst and Fish Camp, this is adventure country.

Casago Yosemite is a family-owned vacation rental management company, led by Gemma, James, Nick, and Cody. This team has thoughtfully built hospitality businesses focused on caring for homes well, supporting owners with transparency, and creating stays that guests remember. James and Nick have worked side by side for more than a decade, underscoring a strong operating partnership and shared trust.

Nick is a husband and a father of three. He and his wife, Melissa, are passionate travelers who have stayed in vacation homes all over, giving him a clear sense of what separates a good stay from a truly great one. Similarly, Gemma and James are well-traveled vacation rental homeowners, operators, and parents of four. They bring meaningful elevated hospitality grounded in lived experience to vacation rental management.

At the heart of Casago Yosemite is a simple belief: the best vacation rental management is local, personal, accountable, and built around great hospitality. As vacation homeowners, avid travelers, and property managers, our team understands the importance of a thoughtful guest journey.

Whether you’re staying with us or trusting us with your home, our goal at Casago Yosemite is simple: To deliver an experience that feels thoughtful, personal, and truly elevated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Driving is the easiest option, with Highway 140 through Mariposa offering a smooth, year-round route to the Arch Rock entrance. The nearest major airports are Fresno and Sacramento. In summer, the YARTS bus offers a convenient car-free option.

Late spring through early fall works best for most visitors. May and June bring the fullest waterfalls, while summer opens all the high-country roads. For fewer crowds and golden colors, plan a trip in September or October.

A standard vehicle pass costs $35 and covers everyone in the car for seven days. If you plan to return, an annual Yosemite pass or the America the Beautiful pass can save you money.

As of early 2026, Yosemite National Park no longer requires visitors to use a timed reservation system. Check the Yosemite National Park website for updated information.

Don't miss Yosemite Valley, home to El Capitan and Half Dome. Add Glacier Point for sweeping views, Mariposa Grove for giant sequoias, and Tuolumne Meadows for high-country scenery when Tioga Road is open.

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