Wawona Tunnel — Attraction in Oakhurst

There's a turn out / overlook before the tunnel that not everyone noticed... don't miss it! It gives you a cool view of the park too.

Tunnel View - one of the most popular Yosemite attractions and the first stop you’ll see after entering the park through the Wawona Tunnel. Located high up on a mountain and overlooks the Yosemite Valley. From this viewpoint, you can see most of Yosemite’s landmarks and famous rock formations ie El Capitan, Half Dome, and...

The Wawona Tunnel construction began in 1931 and was completed in 1933. At nearly a mile long (4,233 feet), it was the longest automobile tunnel in the world when it opened and remains the longest highway tunnel in California. The tunnel provides access to the famous Tunnel View, a viewpoint offering a classic panorama of Yosemite Valley, including El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome. The view once you exit the tunnel is truly...

To get to the tunnel is enroute to Yosemite Visitor Centre, it has amazing views of El Captain and the waterfall. Going through the tunnel took roughly 30 minutes as there was tree cutting on the road ahead which caused a lot of traffic. As you come out the tunnel you turn left into the car park to see the view. Plenty of parking, great...