Just as you come out of the tunnel, the whole Yosemite valley opens before you, there are two parking lots, one immediately on the left and one around the corner on the right that you can't see until you go around the corner. I can imagine this place is Packed in the summer, with a wait for parking. You might... More

View from the tunnel is breathtaking. This is also a good place to go for star gazing with a telescope as the traffice from/to the tunnel is minimal at night.

And so unexpected, travelling by coach through a tunnel in the mountains, to be greeted by this spectacular view was outstanding, Mother Nature at her best.

Arrived just before the sun set over the back - which then light up the whole valley - wow what a view

We have been to Yosemite NP several times, but we never get tired of seeing the magnificent scenery from Tunnel View. This was our most favorite site for taking photos. From here, we had a great view of the valley, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and Half Dome. However, there were always a lot of people in this particular outlook so... More

I cannot imagine what it is like in the summer at this viewpoint. People are so excited about the valley view and we were there in May with a control burn going on. It would be a better view without the smoke which we found upon our return down from Glacier point. The tunnel is a great place to secure... More

Hold your breath when you leave the tunnel that takes you inside Yosemite Valley, since what you are about to see is the most impressive and breathtaking views you will ever see. No pictures can prepare you for the real thing!

This is the most beautiful view of the valley. If you go early enough in the spring (May), Bridal Veil Fall is at its fullest.

Its worth the short little drive up there, if your didn't see it on your way in. Great area for photos and a birds eye view of the valley.