Chris’s guidebook

Sightseeing

Yosemite Valley

Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

257 locals recommend

Yosemite Valley

257 locals recommend

Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

Sequoia National Park

Visitor services are concentrated in five different areas: Grant Grove, Giant Forest, and Foothills areas stay open all year. Cedar Grove and Mineral King open from late spring to early fall. Campgrounds are open in all areas spring through fall; some stay open in winter. Find lodging and other services at Grant Grove, Giant Forest, and Wuksachi year-round, and at Cedar Grove during summer and early fall. Lodging, camping, and other services are also available in the national forests and communities bordering the parks.

393 locals recommend

Sequoia National Park

393 locals recommend

Visitor services are concentrated in five different areas: Grant Grove, Giant Forest, and Foothills areas stay open all year. Cedar Grove and Mineral King open from late spring to early fall. Campgrounds are open in all areas spring through fall; some stay open in winter. Find lodging and other services at Grant Grove, Giant Forest, and Wuksachi year-round, and at Cedar Grove during summer and early fall. Lodging, camping, and other services are also available in the national forests and communities bordering the parks.

China Peak Mountain Resort

Great for Skiing

82 locals recommend

China Peak Mountain Resort

59265 CA-168

82 locals recommend

Great for Skiing

Forestiere Underground Gardens

For a truly unique garden experience, the Forestiere Underground Gardens in Fresno spans over 10 acres with underground fruit trees and grapevines. Visitors to the underground gardens can explore the grottoes, passages and homes in this underground garden.

132 locals recommend

Forestiere Underground Gardens

5021 W Shaw Ave

132 locals recommend

For a truly unique garden experience, the Forestiere Underground Gardens in Fresno spans over 10 acres with underground fruit trees and grapevines. Visitors to the underground gardens can explore the grottoes, passages and homes in this underground garden.

Shinzen Japanese Garden

This Japanese garden features many of the traditional things people would expect in a Japanese garden: koi fish ponds, well maintained trees and flowers and paths for walking through the natural space. In addition to this, the Shinzen Japanese Garden also features a Bonsai garden, complete with sculptures and an annual Bonsai festival.

23 locals recommend

Shinzen Japanese Garden

114 W Audubon Dr

23 locals recommend

This Japanese garden features many of the traditional things people would expect in a Japanese garden: koi fish ponds, well maintained trees and flowers and paths for walking through the natural space. In addition to this, the Shinzen Japanese Garden also features a Bonsai garden, complete with sculptures and an annual Bonsai festival.

Fresno County Blossom Trail

The Fresno County Blossom Trail blooms in February and March, bringing people out to the trail to see the orchards of fruit trees in full bloom. Featuring blooms from almonds, plums, apricots and peaches, the trail weaves through several towns, and a self-guided bicycle or motorcycle tour is how many choose to see the blossoms.

19 locals recommend

Fresno County Blossom Trail

2629 S Clovis Ave

19 locals recommend

The Fresno County Blossom Trail blooms in February and March, bringing people out to the trail to see the orchards of fruit trees in full bloom. Featuring blooms from almonds, plums, apricots and peaches, the trail weaves through several towns, and a self-guided bicycle or motorcycle tour is how many choose to see the blossoms.