Family Vacation Activities

SUMMERDALE OUTDOOR COOKOUT

Visualize a journey back in time to a bygone era before modern day technology replaced the simple pleasures of sitting by a open campfire under a star-filled summer evening sky, enjoying a cold brew, and feasting on a hearty meal prepared over an open fire. Summerdale is a special event area designed to celebrate the history of the century old town of Fish Camp. Complete with Rustic cabin and deck in an open wilderness setting, this outdoor banquet site features an open fire pit, picnic tables and a small amphitheatre. Tenaya Lodge guests will enjoy live entertainment while a bountiful feast is prepared and served.

Tenaya Lodge guests will enjoy singing along with live entertainment, while the children pan for gold and roast marshmallows for S'mores over an open fire. 

Available Tuesday and Friday nights in the summer months. 

 

JAMBOREE COOKOUT

Experience a taste of the old west with a Jamboree Cookout, including a wagon ride, BBQ dinner, campfire singing and marshmallow roasting with the cowboys of Yosemite.

Available Thursday and Sunday nights from late June through Labor Day weekend. 

GUIDED ACTIVITIES

Photo Walk with Heidi Vetter
Join renowned Sierra Nevada photographer Heidi Vetter Sunday mornings at 9AM for a two hour walk.  The walk will focus on digital camera operation and optimization.  Guests are asked to bring their own camera. 

Minimum of 4 people, maximum 10.

Flashlight Hike
Explore Yosemite by starlight on a guided flashlight hike into the forest. You'll see a whole new side to Yosemite and keep our miniature flashlight as your souvenir.

Waterfall Hike
Discover rarely seen beauty with a hike to Yosemite's hidden waterfall. This three hour, 5.5-mile hike includes picnic lunch and bottled water.

Snow Shoe Hike
Winter at Tenaya Lodge offers some of the most spectacular views of the year. See snow-draped mountains and powder-covered trees on a guided hike through the stunning landscape. Day and evening hikes available.

Outdoor Climbing Wall 
Not ready to scale Half Dome?  Try out your skills on our brand new climbing wall.

Horseback Riding
Enjoy the surrounding Sierra National forest on horseback.  One hour trail rides are available daily through the summer and fall weather permitting.

Sunset Hike in Yosemite
Experience a magnificent sunset from the top of Yosemite's Sentinel Dome.  You will witness a 360 view of incredible valley vistas as the sun sets in Yosemite.  The adventure includes transportation from Tenaya Lodge and a picnic.

HISTORIC RAILROAD

Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad
Take a one-hour narrated trip along the tracks of logging history on an old-fashioned shay locomotive. Rides scheduled daily in summer.

Steam train rides are $16 for adults and $8 for children 3 to 12 years of age.

Hitch a Ride on the Jenny Railcars
It's the perfect journey through Yosemite - on a 30-minute ride on the quaint "Model A" powered Railcars of the Sugar Pine Railroad.

Jenny railcar rides are $12 for adults and $6 for children 3 to 12 years of age.

Moonlight Special
Enjoy a train ride under the Sierra moon, a plated western BBQ and entertainment by the Sugar Pine Trio. This unique Yosemite experience is offered on a limited basis from July through September.

The Moonlight Special is $44 for adults and $22 for children 3 to 12 years of age.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Big Creek 1-Hour Ride

Enjoy the surrounding Sierra National forest on horseback.  One hour trail rides are available daily through the summer and fall weather permitting.

Trail rides are available for $37 per person.

Challenging Ride in the Forest
A two-hour ride complete with creek crossings and switchbacks for the rider seeking adventure from high in the saddle.

The two hour ride is available for $70 per person.

Horseback Ride to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Ride to the Giant Sequoias inside Yosemite. The afternoon's high riding adventure includes four hours of scenic trail riding and a walk through the ancient sequoias.

The four hour ride is available for $115 per person.

Lead Horse Corral
Youngsters under seven will enjoy a 15-minute ride around the 'ol corral on a gentle lead horse.

The cost is $20 per child.

Click here to view more details about Yosemite Trails.

BOATING AND WATERSPORTS

Boat Rental and Watersports
Miller's Landing, located on Beautiful Bass Lake offers Patio Boats (Party Barge), TIGE Competition Ski Boats, Waverunners, Fishing Boats, Kayaks and Canoes.  They proudly feature Connelly Ski Equipment, Kneeboards, Wakeboards, Bananas and Tubes for rental as well.  Boat slips, Chevron Gasoline products, Ice, Soda & Fishing Poles are additional amenities offered.

Mater Card, VISA, Discover, American Express & ATM gladly accepted.  Located on the South Shore of Bass Lake - By the Dam.

(559) 642-3633

(866) MLR-4-FUN

www.millerslanding.com

 

ROCK CLIMBING

Rock Climbing
Full and half-day guided trips for climbers of all levels. See Activities Desk for schedule. The outfitter will lead you to your climbing destination from the Lodge. Climbing is available in Yosemite and at Fresno Dome.

Novice Climbers
Tenaya's contracted climbing experts offer a one-day introductory class covering the basics in tackling big walls with an end of the day 80-foot vertical climb. The outfitter will lead you to your climbing destination from the Lodge. Climbing is available in Yosemite and at Fresno Dome.

Scale A Granite Dome
A strenuous customized workout, teaching "jam cracking" and other lofty techniques in a teamed climb of up to 500 vertical feet up the face of Fresno Dome. The outfitter will lead you to your climbing destination from the Lodge. Climbing is available in Yosemite and at Fresno Dome.

Get a Foot-Hold on Willow Creek Wall
Experience belaying, nuts, runners, technical hand and foot-hold combinations and rappelling on a scenic slab overlooking Bass Lake.

FISHING

Fly Fishing
From the beginner to the seasoned expert, we have the trip for you. Daily classes and expert guides are available.

Try your luck at Bass Lake
Head out with Yosemite Bass Lake Fishing Adventures and catch yourself a trophy size fish. Adventure includes expert guide, boat, fuel, poles, bait and soft drinks.

RAFTING

Rafting 
Rafting on the Merced River can be one of the most refreshing ways to see Yosemite Valley's spectacular scenery. It's an easy half-day adventure for young and old alike.

Raft Rentals Available
You can rent "paddle-yourself" rafts at the Curry Village Recreation Center that hold four to six adults. They come with paddles and the mandatory personal flotation devices.

Rafting Rates
The per person fee covers one three-mile trip down the river in one of our rafts, personal floatation devices for each person, two paddles and return trip by shuttle to the Curry Village Recreation Center.

Adults $20.50  
Children (12 years of age and younger) $12.50
 

White Water Rafting 

Whitewater thrill seekers can make a day of running rapids on the Merced River. Included in the fee is a wet suit and helmet rental, life jackets, refreshments, lunch and spectacular scenery on a wild ride.