Sunset from Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park, California, USA

Olmsted Point is one of the most scenic viewpoints in Yosemite National Park, California. Located along Tioga Road, the overlook offers expansive views across the rugged granite landscape of the Sierra Nevada.

Sunset from Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park, California, United States
Sunset from Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park, California, United States


At sunset, the surrounding cliffs and mountain peaks are illuminated by warm evening light, creating a striking panorama over Tenaya Canyon and the high country of Yosemite. The viewpoint is especially known for its broad vistas and distinctive granite formations.

Quick Facts

  • Location: Yosemite National Park, California, United States
  • Viewpoint: Olmsted Point
  • Scenic road: Tioga Road
  • Landscape: Granite peaks, cliffs, and Tenaya Canyon
  • Region: Sierra Nevada

Key Highlights

  • Panoramic Yosemite high-country views
  • Sunset over granite mountains and valleys
  • Views toward Tenaya Canyon
  • Distinctive Sierra Nevada landscape

Olmsted Point, Yosemite National Park, California, United States Map