And we mean early – at Yosemite and Yellowstone, for example, arriving around sunrise (by 9 a.m. at the latest) will ensure you’ll enjoy several peaceful hours before the crowds start to show up. You’ll also avoid lines at entrances. If you’re not an early bird, then plan to arrive past 4 p.m. after the heaviest crowds have left – and you might even get to enjoy some quiet sunsets.
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And we mean early – at Yosemite and Yellowstone, for example, arriving around sunrise (by 9 a.m. at the latest) will ensure you’ll enjoy several peaceful hours before the crowds start to show up. You’ll also avoid lines at entrances. If you’re not an early bird, then plan to arrive past 4 p.m. after the heaviest crowds have left – and you might even get to enjoy some quiet sunsets.