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The ultimate adventure guide
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Park here! Start at the Chilnualna Falls trailhead, but stay on the road.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Looking down on Chilnualna Creek, which hooks up with South Fork Merced River.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Trailhead to Swinging Bridge. Access this by foot.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Ongoing wildflower display.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Manzanita is common in the meadows.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
After the 2018 fire, bear clover dominates.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Swinging Bridge. Also called the "Wawona Swimming Hole."
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
Upstream view of the natural water slide.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/26/2019
The bridge is a popular spot for Wawona visitors.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/28/2019
At the bridge looking downstream.
Karen Marley
Photo Date:
07/28/2019
Wawona Dome graces your view while swimming.