Why Was Yosemite Created?

In 1864, to ward off further commercial exploitation, conservationists convinced President Abraham Lincoln to declare Yosemite Valley and the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias a public trust of California.

What is the purpose of Yosemite NatioNal Park?

The purpose of Yosemite NatioNal Park is to preserve the dynamic natural setting within the park's boundaries, including soaring granite domes, dramatic cliffs, towering waterfalls, ancient sequoia groves, expansive wilderness terrain, and free-flowing wild and scenic rivers; to celebrate the cultural and historic ...

Why was the Yosemite NatioNal Park established?

In 1864, to ward off further commercial exploitation, conservationists convinced President Abraham Lincoln to declare Yosemite Valley and the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias a public trust of California.

Marcus Vance

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