A trip to Yosemite in the late spring -- probably the only time we'll get to the West Coast from VA -- offers a chance to see the big trees. However, we'll have a week, probably flying into SF or San Jose and rent a car, but not wish to head north from there to the old-growth forest at the top of the state. We have someone to visit briefly in Carmel. It's possible we'll go south as far as LA to see some folks, but that's a long poke.
I would like suggestions for the best place(s) to see some of the giants, considering our general whereabouts. I can't really tell from the park websites I find, other than a few that note their trees being much younger adn hterefore not what we're looking for. I will not be photographing, just taking in the wonders. I see Big Basin, Sequoia National Park, Calveras state park. Sequoia might offer a meandering trip down through wonderful country.
We may be too late to reserve a room in Yosemite. Drew W. here suggested El Portal or Mariposa. Any favorites in or out of the park, and/or favorite restaurants without loud music? We're not bar people.
Thanks.
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