Merced River: Where to Swim, Raft & Beat Yosemite Valley Heat

Skip the crowded shuttle buses and head straight for the water. The stretch near Sentinel Beach offers the best views of Half Dome while you float on a cheap inflatable tube. Rafting season runs from April to June, but late summer is perfect for cooling off in the calmer sandy sections. Pack your own lunch because food options near the water are overpriced and mid. Go early to snag a parking spot near the meadows.

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Yosemite National Park Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Guide

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