A Cyclists Guide to Yosemite National Park (everything you need to know)

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A Cyclists Guide to Yosemite National Park (everything you need to know)

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This is the Cyclists guide to riding bikes in Yosemite National Park. From how to get in, where to stay, when to come, where to ride and my pro tip about the best way to experience Yosemite.
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BackCountry.com helped my family enjoy Yosemite to fullest and provided the camping gear we used in this video. But they also have a ton of other stuff on the site, even a bunch of cycling related products. Check them out, because they supported me and this video.
Cycling in Yosemite is an ABSOLUTE amazing experience and if possible, you should ride it. Yosemite National Park has the ability to change your life. Its that amazing.
This video is supported by Backcountry, but its solid information about cycling or riding a bike in Yosemite. Hope you enjoy.
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@wallacedavidg 5 жыл бұрын

A man drove to Yosemite and at the entrance he told the ranger, "I've only got an hour before I have to leave. What should I do?" The ranger offered this advice, "Pull over, sit on the curb and cry."

@robmason6466 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, just wanted to tip my hat to you man, you’ve got the right attitude. I’m a lifelong rider, almost 70 years old, and have been involved with many cycling confraternities. They’re not often warm and inclusive. I think that both you and Jasper are great representatives for the sport. Thanks for making us all look good...

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro! I have also been apart of cycling communities that were not great ambassadors for the sport. I hated the way they represented cyclists and wanted to be different. Glad to hear your thoughts

@jordywilliams 5 жыл бұрын

Ansel Adams, Alex honnold, the VC . The 3 Icons of Yosemite

@area51xi 4 жыл бұрын

You have to make it a quartet with John Muir.

@carltonpenaloza1395 3 жыл бұрын

@@area51xi So true! Just watched a John Muir documentary a few days ago. He’s definitely on the Mt. Rushmore of Yosemite along with those 3. Chris Burkard maybe honorable mention

@jmataban 3 жыл бұрын

Who would disliked this very informative video? Thank you for sharing all these things and can’t wait to cycle around this majestic place.

@paulgolf5 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos Tyler. I watched the videos you did with Chris Miller and visited Yosemite in September this year. Was fortunate enough to convince the wife to drive the rental. Stayed at Big Trees Lodge. Rode to Yosemite Village, did the tourist things there and the wife drove me up to Glacier Point. She drove back to Big Trees Lodge and I rode back and saw a bear by the side of the road. What a memorable day.

@jeffgamlin1382 5 жыл бұрын

Hands down this is one of my favorite VC videos, super helpful. Would love to see more like this.

@albertpark4115 5 жыл бұрын

You're a lucky guy living near the park!

@MrMikeTauber Жыл бұрын

SO GREATFUL Yosemite is bike friendly, safe with car-free paths. Thank you YNP!! Great video THX!😘

@Toca9990 3 жыл бұрын

Bike ready! Going mid September. Just wanna say this video is tons of help! 🔥

@michaelrussell4894 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best cycling inside info videos I've seen. Many thanks VC!

@joeposadas320 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting your help with Yosemite cycling adventure. Hope to ride next spring 👍bro

@jeanetteweaver6878 5 жыл бұрын

Good and honest video! I live in Merced and biked my regular Schwinn bike to the Yarts then biked all day in Yosemite. I go to Yosemite often because my daughter works there but you see so much more and appreciate it more while biking. Thanks for reminding me how much I miss riding there haha

@Simte 5 жыл бұрын

It looks beautiful. Certainly in my top when I travel to the US.

@wiggles3238 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the camera footage and confidence builder to ride into Yosemite. We were not sure about cycling on the mountain roads with narrow bike lanes. My son and I are now planning to ride from Bass Lake to Yosemite Valley to visit with my daughter working seasonally at the Ahwahnee Hotel.

@C.Medina 5 жыл бұрын

That's so nice from you to do this video Tyler. Thanks!😊👍

@hchernandez03 5 жыл бұрын

Dude, I totally needed this information!!

@jesbsnrn 4 жыл бұрын

me and the gang are cycling that area next month. i hope everything comes through

@TheVCAdventures 4 жыл бұрын

Park might not be open, make sure to check.

@MrKipfighter 2 жыл бұрын

Dude ur video was fire! Thanks 👊

@kacy750 5 жыл бұрын

i did yosemite several years ago and i stayed in oakhurst @ best western. i just drove into the park daily when i visited the park. the next time i go 1. i want to be able to ride the park 2. i want to camp in the park and 3. i want to stay for more days while in the park. the best western was nice, had a comfortable bed to sleep in and a shower to use after being outside in the sun all day after hiking and taking pics, but i love to camp either in my tent or my hammock shelter and staying in the park gives you more options and opportunity. if i didn't live in ky i'd be in that park almost daily. HEY VC! if you ever arrange a group ride of the park over 3-5 days, i'll do it for sure

@ranchero9367 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help! Former racer that now enjoys riding and checking out the views. Im not a camper though so I will figure something out. I think I need to request a few vacation days in October

@sjon02 5 жыл бұрын

Definatly consider going there next year! Same goes for Phil's cookie fondo

@Fastfitnesstips 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks VC wonderful guide, love the tips about the hidden bike only areas. One tip from me: go in the spring when the waterfalls are most spectacular eg Yosemite falls, vernal falls. And take a good camera.

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Totally! Although its nice when its more empty in the colder months.

@Akbaldoom 5 жыл бұрын

was there this past weekend, best place to ride

@seanfonteyn 3 жыл бұрын

Staying in bass lake for the bass lake triathlon. Looking forward to doing a few rides days before. Thanks for the suggestions!

@chrismangal9133 4 жыл бұрын

Lots of good real world info. Thanks bro.

@rickyricardo9918 5 жыл бұрын

Competitive Cyclist = Backcountry - always a good buying experience from the people in the friendly state of Utah.

@anibaljesusdelgadillo2091 5 жыл бұрын

I got my RIDLEY from Back Country. Awesome buying experience. 👌

@hossromani Жыл бұрын

Amazing video thank you

@CARBDOPING 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing compares to the tunnel view!

@roscoebertsch7109 4 жыл бұрын

Stay in Camp 4 if you tryin to camp, always a party, always good vibes, super fun international people to meet!

@jogo160 5 жыл бұрын

GREAT VLOG VC !! Great info and great timing as I'm planning for next year to be there in October and this blog has helped so much in either clarifying or confirming plans. THANKS !! I will def hit you up when I'm there and would be awesome to ride with you.

@davidtorrelio1379 5 жыл бұрын

My family went the end of May and it was and is as spectacular as you say. We stayed at Tenaya lodge but wished we stayed somewhere else. Next time is sounds like Bass Lake is the place. Love the videos keep it up. Although I wish you made this video back in a April 😛

@TheRideXperience 5 жыл бұрын

I always new Yosemite was an awesome place to ride, but you just showed it in a way that made it even better! Yosemite is on top of my bucket list! Whenever you Visit Disney World (Orlando, Fl) and need a cycling guide contact me. I’ll lend you a bike and take you to the best spots.

@djkim1019 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Yosemite is my favorite national park. period. Be warned, though: reserving a camping spot on the valley floor is EXTREMELY difficult. Your best bet is crane flat campground which is few miles out of the way but less challenging. Just expect to book it on the first hour (read: minutes) of availability.

@nevercalledcaro 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you VC, this is an AWESOME guide - and a 10/10 video - if I ever visit the US I'll be sure to be there :)

@mickelkobeck7376 5 жыл бұрын

A born out of time cycling hippie....Cool brah

@xaviernuelgavalda6410 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, I cannot wait! Thanks a lot

@michaelsallinger193 5 жыл бұрын

So much room for activities in that tent!

@4675636B 5 жыл бұрын

Nice one. Would like to see you do more guides to the area it's a very special place.

@andyrodger2511 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, open honest and informative. Outstanding choice of video clips and narrative. Big up VC 👍

@bradsburgess4806 5 жыл бұрын

Yo Dude njoyed watching you and Jasper and the Family camping,lovely, I'd like to come to your area,I'm in Staten Island. New York,keep on doing it,I like your Vibe.👍👍👋

@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed 5 жыл бұрын

What a great place. i hope soon

@bradsburgess4806 5 жыл бұрын

I like your info,you really got this bike thing figured out,I'm not vegan but you make me want to try the Burger that you make ,would like the recipe,🤔

@Az0rau 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man Yosemite is on my list of places I want to ride before I die!

@sonivex 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for that! Awesome video!

@liambarber9036 5 жыл бұрын

You know what video we NEED?! "How to Chipoltle" (Everything you need to know)

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Great ides.

@anibaljesusdelgadillo2091 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing views.😮

@ilgour 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing super usefull info. Thanks

@gianluca.colucci 5 жыл бұрын

Hey VC, Yosemite is now in my spot to not miss list for my next trip to CA

@luisarrondo5294 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@mannymacias1634 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for all the Info VC!

@Whitewater11 5 жыл бұрын

Nice vid Tyler! Watching this makes me sad that I didn't make the trek through the gold country to get up there this year :(

@bishop341-b8 5 жыл бұрын

Hey VC! You’ve inspired me to do the Glacier Point Ride when they open the road to cyclists only. Been checking the NPS website and road conditions phone #. Are these the best ways to find out when they open? Just curious if they would announce bike only opening via these channels or if they announce it somewhere else. Don’t want to miss it this year! Hope to spot you out there! Love your vids!

@chinhngatexas174 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@wilanz 2 жыл бұрын

I’m just getting here this morning. Glacier Road is closed for the entire year 2022 it looks like. Have you been able to ride your bike to glacier Road is it open for cycling or is that closed also? Awesome video thank you. I’m ready for a ride! Just waiting on the sun to come up

@jamesd5241 5 жыл бұрын

Mr Yosemite drinking challenge! 1 shot = tunnel view 1 beer swig = glacier point 2 shots = bass lake full beer = backcountry

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

37 seconds in...alcohol poison

@tempchannel3885 Жыл бұрын

Awesome info man!! Could you recommend a good all around bike for Yosemite nothing crazy but good for climbing too?

@homesbydalessio 5 жыл бұрын

Great info...now just have to work on the 9365 mile commute to get there :(

@tofuyam7361 5 жыл бұрын

You need backpacking permits to camp in the hiking/backpacking sites during backpacking season

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, however every camp site was full and the backpacking sites were all empty but a couple so we were able to stay there.

@bobbytam7383 2 жыл бұрын

Great info. Got a few questions. Would it be possible park the car somewhere by the intersection of Glacier Point road and Wawona Rd, and ride up to the tunnel? I was thinking early May when the park is not open yet. How’s the traffic on41 when the park is not open?

@TBurk-uk1ft 5 жыл бұрын

People are nuts if they don't subscribe to this channel! 🤘🖖

@johnfarr5415 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that video VC, I'm going to save it as I really hope to get out there next year...2020 at the latest. Hope you're staying safe with the wildfires.

@JR-io8kw 5 жыл бұрын

I was there in may, perfect timing, but unfortunately Tioga rd was closed east side...

@BruceChastain 5 жыл бұрын

I'd love to go there one day. @VC, are you going to host that ride like I think you did some other years? Maybe that would be a good excuse to get over there.

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

The camp in May? Yep.

@BruceChastain 5 жыл бұрын

@@TheVCAdventures cool. How can I learn more?

@yiata 5 жыл бұрын

Nooo...you're revealing all the insider secrets. Now my early May trips to Yosemite will be even more crowded. Seriously though, the tent cabins are not bad and you can get heated ones. But you do need to reserve early (like 6 months early). And if you have kids, then biking in the valley is unbeatable.

@samzzar 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Tyler, thanks for the video. Planning a 4-day trip to Yosemite beginning of May. Will definitely do the valley and Glacier Point. Any other must-ride routes? Maybe around Bass Lake?

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

So bad news bro... the snow pack is so bad that Glacier point will most likely be closed. But email me and I will send you a must do route near bass. Vc@thevegancyclist.com

@jimfly96 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid…. My wife and I are coming mid September if we can get an RV spot in the valley. We want to ride in the Valley itself so we are looking for mileage loops and rides if you have anything let me know Jim

@civic2323 5 жыл бұрын

Great tips - I’m gonna drive in and bike around the valley - where exactly is the 5 mile bike trail

@professormoptop 5 жыл бұрын

2nd pro tip, camp at The Vegan Cyclist place...

@Advcrazy 5 жыл бұрын

If you ever come ton ride in norway hit me up dude!

@arbjful 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks VC for this yet another great video. I definitely was looking for this. I am thinking of driving up from Fresno (stay in a motel) and driving up to Wawona Lodge or even Bass lake in a rental car with my bike. The plan is to start from Fresno really early in the morning 4:00 AM, reach Wawona, park over there, and start riding to the valley, maybe ride around for the day, then return back to the car. The second day I might try riding up to Glacier point, unfortunately I have never ridden uphill. My trip is planned for May end. I would like to have camped in the valley, but I have zero skills in camping... Are there places in Wawona or Bass Lake where the car can be parked for an entire day until evening?? What about passes, I believe one needs a park permit for visiting national parks in California...

@TheVCAdventures 4 жыл бұрын

I do tours, for about $500 I put up in my house, feed you home cooked meals, take you into Yosemite, supply all the ride food and lunch and do a dinner afterwards. It's badass. We can also do a 2 or 3 day mini camp if you're up for it. Email me at VC@THEVEGANCYCLIST.COM if that at all sounds if interest.

@albertogonzalez6296 5 жыл бұрын

Great info. I definitely wanna do that one day. I’m in San Diego. What’s the best way to hit you up?

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@gauloisrefractaireenexilvo4366 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you VC, this National Park is pure beauty. Hope local authorities will keep away Starbucks, McDonald'd and anything that will damage this unique scenery and peaceful harmony. You obviously love this place very much, they should appoint you Yosemite on-2-wheel Ambassador. Any grand Fondo or Sportive up and around this Park?

@davewyman 5 жыл бұрын

Too late. Starbucks is already in Yosemite Valley, at Yosemite Lodge.

@pjnice 5 жыл бұрын

never been this early 😂

@user-rz6ty2tv9g 5 жыл бұрын

Suggestions on renting a road bike in the area 1-3 days? No cruisers!

@tatumboy 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks man! Maybes I missed it, but if I wanted to camp, which campsite would be best to be based at for a few days?

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Upper or lower pines

@johnhollister3 5 жыл бұрын

Are there any routes in or near the park that would be good for gravel bikes? Mixed surface would be ideal: paved, gravel roads, smooth singletrack, or forest service roads.

@alogomeztube Жыл бұрын

Hi Vegan, Ill be riding at Yosemite between October 3rd and the 6th any chance you´ll be riding those days ?

@TheVCAdventures Жыл бұрын

I will be home in Bass lake, if you are near there, we should connect

@asicsrunner11 5 жыл бұрын

I was there back in 2001. Would love to go back but on my bike instead of in a car.

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

Its the best way to see it!

@susanneweber2015 Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video! Is it possible to do this ride in mid January? I love to ride in the winter, but I couldn't figure out if the road conditions are clear/safe enough to ride.

@TheVCAdventures Жыл бұрын

Depends on weather. But usually you can ride year around on the valley. It’s cold, but rideable.

@susanneweber2015 Жыл бұрын

@@TheVCAdventures Thank you! Makes me very happy to hear that!

@connormeans5928 2 жыл бұрын

How dangerous is it to ride on the road that goes to Yosemite (from Lee Vining)?

@justintongol7581 4 жыл бұрын

Assuming half of the big ride would be the valley + glacier point right?

@FormulaWill 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. What about sleeping in your car or van? Can you find a campsite to stay in a van?

@kristinrc 5 жыл бұрын

FormulaWill you can totally sleep in your car in a canpsite.

@toddbz 5 жыл бұрын

Do you rude HWY 41 to get to the South entrance? Rode there this past Friday & HWY 41 seems super sketch

@notgonnaputmyrealname 2 жыл бұрын

would you recommend riding up to glacier point for an inexperience rider?

@TheVCAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s not too bad. Just be careful on the descent.

@Ultegra10SPD 5 жыл бұрын

Seems like i'd need to sched off for a few long wkends in late apr/early may. pay more for refundable airline tix (maybe hotel as well), then when its announced. take that and cancel the rest. Well perhaps 1 day... -U10

@fabiandavidromero9163 3 жыл бұрын

HI Man, I'm from Colombia (latin-america), I love to ride bikes and it's kinda dream to travel and know Yosemite by Bike.. I'm just wonder if should be a good Idea to travel on November 2021 and try to stay or do a Yosemite Bike Ride Track (camping).. like 3 or 4 Days.. and then continue to death Valley. If you can give me some information about it or some suggestions, it would be great, Thanks Man! I really appreciate this video.

@TheVCAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! You can pop out of Yosemite into bishop and head to Death Valley. November is PERFECT weather!

@fabiandavidromero9163 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheVCAdventures Thanks buddy!

@DanTuber 5 жыл бұрын

if you camp are there public toilets and showers?

@sydchin 5 жыл бұрын

DanTuber there are working toilets/sinks throughout the park but showers depends on where you stay

@alfredoceja6239 Жыл бұрын

how is the weather first week of Nov?

@mghc7 2 жыл бұрын

How long to do the bike trip

@pauloconway3711 5 жыл бұрын

Did you go camping when the Bears where asleep ?! Hibernation time ?!

@pauloconway3711 5 жыл бұрын

Hi I am 45 just September 7th ...and have a credit card ...Do you rent out your back garden for tents and vegan food ?!

@pauloconway3711 5 жыл бұрын

Is there any Youth Hostels around by you Tyler ?!

@TheVCAdventures 5 жыл бұрын

No, that's not a thing in the US. Had a kid from Germany come and he totally thought he was going to be able to find a hostel but it's not like that here, you have to be over 18 and with a credit card

@stevejohns5530 5 жыл бұрын

One day

@mortenson-boxymusic 5 жыл бұрын

Ist comment!! 😂

@harrylook7810 5 жыл бұрын

Shane Miller (GP Lama)'s You Tube acct was terminated for no apparent reason. Would be great if people could flood You Tube's Twitter with complaints (@KZfaq @TeamKZfaq).