Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is located in the northwestern corner of Yosemite National Park and provides water for the residents of the San Francisco Bay area. This post explores the history of Hetch Hetchy, along with a brief walk along its shore.
Tag: national parks
Stanislaus National Forest
The Stanislaus National Forest is a pretty place to recreate, boasting 898000 acres and many opportunities for camping, hiking, and exploring. We stayed in a national forest campground along the middle fork of the Tuolumne River not far from the Hetch Hetchy entrance station to Yosemite National Park, and about a 45 minute drive to Yosemite Valley.
Great California Road Trips: Mono County
The adventure continues along U.S. 395 with a trip to June Lake, Hilltop Hot Springs, and Lee Vining.
Arizona Adventures: Fun in Flagstaff
Continuing on their roadtrip adventure through the Southwest, the Cranky Camper shares a new hike in the Flagstaff area along with two popular places to eat.
Capitol Reef National Park
With fruit trees, pie, stunning canyons, and natural bridges, Capitol Reef National Park is an adventurer's paradise. While it was quieter than Arches or even Canyonlands, this national park was probably my favorite.
The Cranky Camper 