Not Sure Where to Stay in Yosemite (or Which Town to Pick)?

See Yosemite Valley and the main gateway towns side‑by‑side so you can choose the best home base in minutes.

• Simple maps + real drive times between the main park sites and the main gateway towns so you know how long it really takes to get around.
• Clear “stay here if…” guidance to match each area to your budget, driving tolerance, and must‑see sights.
• Yosemite 101 tips on the best months to visit, entrance lines, shuttles, parking, cell service, and food so you can avoid common first‑timer mistakes.

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