Conveniently located just 12 miles from the entrance of the amazing Yosemite National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Yosemite West Gate Lodge is an ideal base for a destination photographic workshop or retreat. The lodge offers a selection of comfortable rooms with all the modern conveniences such as flat-screen TV, coffee/tea maker, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, microwave and refrigerator – some of the rooms also have a luxurious whirlpool bath. Once inside the park you will find yourself surrounded by photo-worthy scenery which includes the famous giant sequoia trees, the Bridalveil Falls and El Capitan’s towering granite cliffs. Do not miss visiting the Ansel Adams Gallery to admire the work of this American landscape photographer.

Address: Yosemite West Gate Lodge, 7633 State Highway 120, Groveland, CA 95321, Phone: 209-962-5281

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