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Yosemite NP, California
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Olmsted Point is named in honor of Frederick Law Olmsted, who is renowned for designing Central Park in New York City.
Olmsted Point offers a stunning view of the glacially sculpted granite formations of Yosemite National Park.
From Olmsted Point, visitors can enjoy a unique perspective of the iconic Half Dome, a granite crest rising more than 4,700 feet above the valley floor.
The area around Olmsted Point is home to hardy subalpine plants, including the resilient Sierra juniper and lodgepole pine.
Olmsted Point is located along the Tioga Road, which is the highest highway pass in California and offers breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada.
The polished granite surfaces and erratic boulders at Olmsted Point tell the story of ancient glacial activity in the region.
Due to its elevation and distance from city lights, Olmsted Point provides an excellent location for observing the night sky.
