Early tourists in front of Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, circa 1880

Early tourists in front of Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, circa 1880

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Early tourists had to endure a grueling three-day trek by foot or horseback to reach Yosemite Valley and its spectacular array of waterfalls. Yosemite Falls in the background.

Source:
Yosemite National Park Museum, Archives and Library

Episode:
Episode One: 1851-1890

Associated Park:
Yosemite National Park

Era:
1880-1900