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Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Yosemite National Park

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#11 of 22 in Nature in Yosemite National Park
Dam · Waterfall
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is located in Yosemite National Park. For travelers who use our international travel planner, Yosemite National Park holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.
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  • By JPatti1
    This dammed valley suffers greatly from the loss of the valley floor itself, but is still a beautiful location and a starting point for a few nice hikes (e.g., Wapama Falls). The history of the dam...  more »
  • By Indiana_Jonesse
    Hetch Hetchy’s (HH) turnoff is about a mile from the Highway 120 gate and about 10 miles in. From the road, you can see the reservoir and along the reservoir are three hiking trails. The shortest one....  more »
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  • By Amit Patel
    Spectacular views at the dam and on the drive in/out. No crowds when we went, only ran into 4 people. Highly recommend.
  • By Yelena Udler
    Such a wonderful place to explore away from the hustle and bustle of Yosemite Valley. Not too crowded even on Fourth of July weekend!
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