Yosemite West offers the rare experience of living inside the gates of Yosemite National Park, where morning light spills across granite domes and evenings end beneath dark, star-laden skies. Tucked off Glacier Point Road, the neighborhood places you minutes from Wawona and the towering Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, with year-round wonders on your doorstep. Winter brings groomed runs and family-friendly terrain at the Yosemite Ski & Snowboard Area, while summer delivers trailheads to waterfalls, high-country meadows, and world-famous viewpoints. Car-light living is surprisingly practical here, thanks to the regional YARTS bus network that connects the community with valley destinations and gateway towns.
Families find strong support through the Mariposa County Unified School District, with small-school attention and programs that tie learning to the park’s outdoor classroom. Local stewardship runs deep, from volunteer projects to ranger-led programs and the work of the Yosemite Conservancy, all of which enrich day-to-day life and foster a close-knit sense of place.
Housing ranges from cozy A-frame cabins to expansive lodges, many designed for four-season comfort and, in select cases, vacation-rental potential. Whether you’re seeking a quiet primary residence or a getaway with trailhead proximity, homes here trade on views, serenity, and access rather than commute times or big-box convenience.
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