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Yosemite National Park, CA

A stunning national park with breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, hiking trails, and opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Yosemite National Park, CA

Questions

Easy

Begin your Yosemite adventure with our easy-level scavenger hunt, perfect for families and first-time visitors, unraveling the basic facts and figures of this iconic national park!

Medium

Ramp up the challenge with our medium-level hunt! Unearth lesser-known tales and spot hidden landmarks as you navigate Yosemite's awe-inspiring landscapes.

Hard

For seasoned park-goers and trivia masters, our hard-level scavenger hunt awaits! Dive deep into Yosemite's rich history, unique wildlife, and enigmatic geologic wonders to prove your mettle.

  1. Question: Which famous naturalist's work helped lead to the creation of Yosemite National Park? 

  2. Question: Name one of the three groves in Yosemite where you can see giant sequoias. 

  3. Question: What is the name of the tallest waterfall in Yosemite National Park? 

  4. Question: Which iconic granite monolith provides one of the most famous rock climbs in the world? 

  5. Question: Name the valley that provides the most iconic views of Yosemite's major attractions. 

  6. Question: What is the name of the famous point in Yosemite National Park that offers a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and more? 

  7. Question: Which famous dome-shaped granite rock is the symbol of Yosemite and offers spectacular views from the top? 

  8. Question: Name one of the rivers that flow through Yosemite National Park. 

  9. Question: What is the name of the glacier that is said to have shaped Yosemite? 

  10. Question: Which trail in Yosemite is famous for its dizzying heights and beautiful vistas, taking hikers to the top of Yosemite Valley's cliffs? 

  1. Question: Which historic hotel, opened in 1927, offers stunning views of Yosemite Falls? 

  2. Question: Which U.S. president camped with John Muir in Yosemite for three days in 1903, an event that ultimately led to increased protection for the park? 

  3. Question: What is the name of the high country of Yosemite that makes up about 95% of the park's wilderness? 

  4. Question: What unique rock formation in Yosemite is known for its horizontal jointing? 

  5. Question: Which world-renowned rock-climbing route on El Capitan was first ascended by Warren Harding, Dean Caldwell, and others in 1970? 

  6. Question: Which Native American tribe traditionally lived in the area that is now Yosemite National Park? 

  7. Question: What is the name of the oldest giant sequoia in Yosemite, estimated to be over 1,800 years old? 

  8. Question: What is the highest peak in Yosemite National Park? 

  9. Question: What is the rare, Yosemite-specific species of frog that was reintroduced into the park in 2014? 

  10. Question: What is the name of the scenic drive that loops around Yosemite Valley providing access to the park’s famous landmarks? 

  1. Question: What was the original name of the Half Dome climbing route, "Snake Dike"? 

  2. Question: Which "giant" is not part of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias? 

  3. Question: Which rare and elusive carnivore native to the Yosemite area was photographed in the park for the first time in a century in 2015? 

  4. Question: What is the name of the famous rock monolith found at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley? 

  5. Question: What year was Yosemite declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site? 

  6. Question: In which high country of Yosemite would you find the remnants of the Bennettville mining town? 

  7. Question: Who was the famous landscape architect that designed the trail system of Yosemite? Olmsted

  8. Question: What is the species of trout introduced to Yosemite in the 19th century that has since posed a threat to the native frog populations?

  9. Question: Who was the first park ranger of Yosemite National Park, known as the "Guardian of Yosemite"? 

  10. Question: What is the name of the bird species, now endangered, that was famously photographed by Ansel Adams in Yosemite? 

Answers

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  1. Question: Which famous naturalist's work helped lead to the creation of Yosemite National Park? Answer: John Muir

  2. Question: Name one of the three groves in Yosemite where you can see giant sequoias. 

  3. Answer: Mariposa Grove, Tuolumne Grove, or Merced Grove

  4. Question: What is the name of the tallest waterfall in Yosemite National Park? Answer: Yosemite Falls

  5. Question: Which iconic granite monolith provides one of the most famous rock climbs in the world? Answer: El Capitan

  6. Question: Name the valley that provides the most iconic views of Yosemite's major attractions. 

  7. Answer: Yosemite Valley

  8. Question: What is the name of the famous point in Yosemite National Park that offers a panoramic view of Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and more? 

  9. Answer: Glacier Point

  10. Question: Which famous dome-shaped granite rock is the symbol of Yosemite and offers spectacular views from the top? Answer: Half Dome

  11. Question: Name one of the rivers that flow through Yosemite National Park. 

  12. Answer: Merced River or Tuolumne River

  13. Question: What is the name of the glacier that is said to have shaped Yosemite? 

  14. Answer: The Sherwin Glacier

  15. Question: Which trail in Yosemite is famous for its dizzying heights and beautiful vistas, taking hikers to the top of Yosemite Valley's cliffs? Answer: The Mist Trail

  1. Question: Which historic hotel, opened in 1927, offers stunning views of Yosemite Falls? 

  2. Answer: The Ahwahnee

  3. Question: Which U.S. president camped with John Muir in Yosemite for three days in 1903, an event that ultimately led to increased protection for the park? 

  4. Answer: President Theodore Roosevelt

  5. Question: What is the name of the high country of Yosemite that makes up about 95% of the park's wilderness? 

  6. Answer: Tuolumne Meadows

  7. Question: What unique rock formation in Yosemite is known for its horizontal jointing? 

  8. Answer: Devils Postpile

  9. Question: Which world-renowned rock-climbing route on El Capitan was first ascended by Warren Harding, Dean Caldwell, and others in 1970? Answer: The Wall of the Early Morning Light

  10. Question: Which Native American tribe traditionally lived in the area that is now Yosemite National Park? 

  11. Answer: The Ahwahneechee tribe

  12. Question: What is the name of the oldest giant sequoia in Yosemite, estimated to be over 1,800 years old? 

  13. Answer: The Grizzly Giant

  14. Question: What is the highest peak in Yosemite National Park? 

  15. Answer: Mount Lyell

  16. Question: What is the rare, Yosemite-specific species of frog that was reintroduced into the park in 2014? 

  17. Answer: The Yosemite Toad

  18. Question: What is the name of the scenic drive that loops around Yosemite Valley providing access to the park’s famous landmarks? Answer: Yosemite Valley Loop Drive

  1. Question: What was the original name of the Half Dome climbing route, "Snake Dike"? 

  2. Answer: Tenaya's Tears

  3. Question: Which "giant" is not part of the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias? Answer: General Grant Tree (it's located in Kings Canyon National Park)

  4. Question: Which rare and elusive carnivore native to the Yosemite area was photographed in the park for the first time in a century in 2015? 

  5. Answer: Sierra Nevada Red Fox

  6. Question: What is the name of the famous rock monolith found at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley? 

  7. Answer: El Capitan

  8. Question: What year was Yosemite declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site? 

  9. Answer: 1984

  10. Question: In which high country of Yosemite would you find the remnants of the Bennettville mining town? Answer: Tioga Pass

  11. Question: Who was the famous landscape architect that designed the trail system of Yosemite? 

  12. Answer: Frederick Law Olmsted

  13. Question: What is the species of trout introduced to Yosemite in the 19th century that has since posed a threat to the native frog populations? Answer: Rainbow Trout

  14. Question: Who was the first park ranger of Yosemite National Park, known as the "Guardian of Yosemite"? 

  15. Answer: Galen Clark

  16. Question: What is the name of the bird species, now endangered, that was famously photographed by Ansel Adams in Yosemite? 

  17. Answer: Peregrine Falcon

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