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Driving CA Route 108: The Sonora Pass

In this short, the Cranky Camper shares a drive along one of America's steepest- and scenic- drivable mountain passes. The Sonora Pass, a winding stretch of California 108 offers beautiful views and is a gateway to adventure.

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Hidden Views in Madera County

After earning his BARK Ranger tag at Yosemite National Park, Owen goes camping at Hidden View Campground at Hensley Lake.

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Bark Ranger Owen Reporting for Duty in Yosemite

The Cranky Campers head north to Yosemite National Park where Owen earns his second BARK Ranger tag, and he and Emily are mistaken for junior park rangers.

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Yosemite Valley Nature Watching

With its diversity of habitats as well as biodiversity, Yosemite is a great place to view wildlife while being respectful of their natural surroundings. On this adventure, the Cranky Campers explored the meadows of Yosemite Valley and bird-watched while keeping an eye out for bears. The most common sighting: the opportunistic, plucky California ground squirrel.

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Glacier Point

Glacier Point offers stunning views of Half Dome and the Yosemite Valley below. On this visit, we also took a hike at nearby Mono Meadows.