Sierra Nevada Collection (#18)

CA, Yosemite NP, Bridalveil Fall

A cloud forms atop El Capitan shrouding the top of the cliff-face - Yosemite National Park, California

A curve ahead road sign warns visitors entering Yosemite valley on California State Route 41 - Yosemite National Park, California

Last light falls on Half Dome as the sunsets - Yosemite National Park, California

Clouds and fog gather around Half Dome - Yosemite National Park, California

Clouds circle Half Dome at sunset - Yosemite National Park, California

Early morning sun shines on ice and snow covered granite & pine trees at the top edge of Yosemite valley - Yosemite National Park, California

Ice and snow covered granite & pine trees at the top edge of Yosemite valley - Yosemite National Park, California

Crows (Corvidae corvus) in front of Bridalveil Fall, Yosemite

El Capitan as seen through pine trees in Yosemite valley - Yosemite National Park, California

A Bobcat (Lynx rufus) walking through a meadow in Yosemite National Park, California

A Bobcat (Lynx rufus) crosses a snowy meadow in Yosemite National Park, California

A Bobcat (Lynx rufus) pauses while crossing a snowy meadow in Yosemite National Park, California

USA, California, Winter, Three Sequoia Trees and Fence, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

USA, California, Winter, Giant Forest, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

USA, California, Merced River, Yosemite Valley, Winter, Snow on Rocks, Yosemite National Park

USA, California, Mono Lake

Donner Lake in the Sierra Nevada mountains, California, USA

Rising sun, radiating and diffracting, Yosemite Valley, Yosemite National Park, Sierra Nevada, California

USA, California, Eastern Sierra Nevada Area, Lee Vining, Mono Lake, tufa stone formation

An aerial view of smoke covered mountain peaks and valleys in eastern California

Young Ponderosa Pine trees (Pinus benthamiana Hartw. ) covered with snow - Yosemite National Park
Young Ponderosa Pine trees (Pinus benthamiana Hartw.) covered with snow - Yosemite National Park, California

A spotlight of sun on the forest with in Yosemite Valley, California

Postcard of Valentines Lakeside Cabins. ca. 1940, Valentines Lakeside Cabins, by Lake Tahoe, with gas-equipped cabins, modern plumbing, showers, and a bathing beach

State of California, United States, Relief Map
Relief map of the State of California, United States. This image was compiled from data acquired by LANDSAT 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

State of California, United States, True Colour Satellite Image
Satellite view of the State of California, United States. This image was compiled from data acquired by LANDSAT 5 & 7 satellites

Ball of Sierra Nevada cows milk cheese

USA, California, Sierra Nevada, Yosemite National Park (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1984). Dead tree atop Sentinel Dome

US South West, satellite artwork C015 / 6578
US South West. Simulated panoramic satellite image of the southwestern United States taken from low Earth orbit. Image created using a cloud-free mosaic of satellite images of the Earths surface

USA, California, reflection in old mining town of Bodie

Old tin miners cabin in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, California, USA

USA, California, Yosemite Valley Chapel, Winter, Yosemite National Park

USA, California, Pleasant Valley, El Dorado County, Viognier vines in the foreground with Syrah in the background. John MacCready is winemaker at Sierra Vista Winery

USA, California, Owens Valley. Rabbitbrush blooms in the late summer in the Owens Valley, California

USA, California, Mt Whitney. The Alabama Hills lead to Mt Whitney and the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California

USA, California, Lake Tahoe. View of Bonsai Rock in clear water

Burnt bark of a Ponderosa Pine tree (Pinus ponderosa) after a controlled burn in Yosemite Valley - Yosemite National Park, California

USA, California, Horse Creek. Glacial runoff fills Horse Creek in the Sierra Nevada of California

CA, Yosemite NP, Sunset light on Half Dome

CA, Yosemite NP, Flowering dogwood tree

CA, Yosemite NP, El Capitan and Merced River

USA, California, Mt Whitney. Sunrise colors the rocks pink at Mt Whitney, California

USA, California, Mt Whitney. Sunrise create vibrant colors in the granite rocks of Mt Whitney, Sierra Nevada, California

USA, California. Rabbitbrush carpets the high desert around the tufa formations on the shores of Mono Lake

Yosemite valley in winter - Yosemite National Park, California

USA, California, Yosemite NP. Winter snows whiten the valley floor in Yosemite NP, a World Heritage Site, California

Bridaveil Fall and Yosemite valley after a snow storm - Yosemite National Park, California

CA, Owens Valley, Manzanar National Historic Site, relocation center for Japanese Americans interned during WWII, cemetery

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The Sierra Nevada: A Majestic Wonderland Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Sierra Nevada, a mountain range that captivates with its stunning landscapes and diverse attractions. In Granada, Andalucia, marvel at the iconic Alhambra Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site adorned with intricate Islamic architecture. As you explore this historic gem, let your gaze wander to the snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains in the distance. Across continents to California's Yosemite National Park, prepare to be awestruck by nature's grandeur. Stand at Tunnel View and witness Yosemite Valley unfold before your eyes - an awe-inspiring vista framed by towering granite monoliths like El Capitan on one side and Bridalveil Falls cascading gracefully on the other. Embark on unforgettable hikes through ancient forests where Giant Sequoias reign supreme. Along Big Trees trail, find solace amidst these colossal wonders as tourists admire their sheer magnitude. Wolf lichen adorns Sugar Pines in Tuolumne Grove while nearby Nevada Fall rushes down Half Dome and Liberty Cap - a mesmerizing sight that showcases nature's raw power. For aviation enthusiasts, catch a glimpse of history as an SR-71B Blackbird soars across the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Its sleek silhouette against snowy peaks is a testament to human ingenuity and exploration. Venturing further south brings you face-to-face with Volcan de Popocatepetl from Volcan de Iztaccihuatl in Mexico's Sierra Nevada range. These majestic volcanoes stand tall against azure skies, reminding us of Earth's fiery origins. Back in California’s Yosemite National Park, let sunrise paint Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls with golden hues as they cascade down rugged cliffs - an ethereal spectacle that leaves visitors spellbound. Whether it is admiring natural wonders or delving into rich cultural heritage sites like those found within UNESCO World Heritage Sites throughout this magnificent range, the Sierra Nevada offers an unparalleled experience.