It is located entirely within Yosemite National Park (it preceded the founding of the park as a national recreation area), and is located on the South fork of the wild and scenic Merced River, on the main highway (State Route 41) from Fresno to Yosemite Valley. Wawona was known to the local Native American Miwok in their language as Pallachun (a good place to stay). The historic Wawona Swinging Bridge boasts the best natural water slide in the Park! The history village is filled with docents, stagecoach rides, horseback rides, and barn dances in the summer season and the Wawona Meadow Loop offers year round riparian meadow wildlife viewing.
Wawona has the feel of a small town but is bustling with activity! Over 160 residents, including Yosemite Park employees, live in Wawona and can be seen gathering at the town's community center, playing a pick up game of basketball at the elementary school, jogging on one of the many picturesque trails or simply walking their dogs and baby strollers through the winding residential streets. Located at the base of Chilnualna Falls (the second highest vertical drop waterfall in Yosemite), and home to the principal trailheads into the southern Yosemite wilderness, Wawona is also the closest town to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
Nestled just 4 miles inside the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is the charming and historic town of Wawona. ***Nightly rates do not include County Occupancy Tax of 13.5%, $150 non-refundable Cleaning Fee, $39 non-refundable Damage Waiver Fee. This cabin does not have air conditioning.Ĥ Bedrooms - 3 Bathrooms - Sleeps 10 - Multi-Level - Gold rated - 2,000 Sq. The master bedroom also has its own fireplace. The back deck has two picnic tables & chairs with umbrellas, lounge chairs, a gas BBQ, and a Hot Tub! This home is * pet-friendly. The living room has a fireplace (wood provided in season), satellite TV, and WiFi. The family/game room includes a TV, DVD & VCR players, and a Foosball table. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a garbage disposal and a dishwasher. The home also has a washer & dryer. Cedar Chalet is a beautiful and spacious, Gold rated, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home that sleeps up to 10 guests.