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(21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite

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A log cabin with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a porch. - (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a staircase leading to a loft. - (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
A wooden cabin with a deck, picnic table, and grill area. - (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, a refrigerator, a stove, and a sink. - (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a ceiling fan, a dining area, a living room with a sofa and a TV, and a stone fireplace. - (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite (Yosemite National Park)
(21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite provides laundry facilities and more.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

(21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite

  • River Refuge is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin that accommodates up to six guests. The property features a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and all necessary cooking and dining essentials.
    The living room includes a large stone fireplace with wood provided seasonally, satellite TV, WiFi, and a selection of books and games. The upstairs bedroom also offers a private TV and deck access. For outdoor dining, the home features a large private deck equipped with lounge chairs, a picnic table, and a gas BBQ.
    The cabin is conveniently located steps away from the South Fork of the Merced River and is equipped with forced-air heating for your comfort.

    2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Sleeps 6 - Bi-Level -1,200 Sq. Ft. - 1,000 Sq. Ft. Deck

    No pets allowed. This cabin does not have air conditioning. An EV charging station is available at the Main Office.

    About the Area

    Nestled just 4 miles inside the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park is the charming and historic town of Wawona. Located at the base of Chilnualna Falls (the second-highest vertical-drop waterfall in Yosemite), and home to the principal trailheads into the southern Yosemite wilderness, Wawona is also the closest town to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
    Wawona has the feel of a small town but is bustling with activity! Over 160 residents, including Yosemite Park employees, live in Wawona and can be seen gathering at the town's community center, playing a pickup game of basketball at the elementary school, jogging on one of the many picturesque trails, or simply walking their dogs and baby strollers through the winding residential streets. The historic Wawona Swinging Bridge boasts the best natural water slide in the Park! The historic village is filled with docents, stagecoach rides, horseback rides, and barn dances in the summer season, and the Wawona Meadow Loop offers year-round riparian meadow wildlife viewing.
    Wawona was known to the local Native American Miwok as Pallachun (a good place to stay). It is located entirely within Yosemite National Park (it preceded the founding of the park as a national recreation area) and is located on the South Fork of the wild and scenic Merced River, on the main highway (State Route 41) from Fresno to Yosemite Valley.
    Galen Clark, who helped gain preservation legislation for Mariposa Grove and what later became part of Yosemite National Park, occupied the Wawona area in 1855 and established a tourist rest and modest ranch, which he later sold and made into a hotel and resort property (the Wawona Hotel). The Wawona post office was established in 1878 and was originally called Clark's Station.
    The Redwoods in Yosemite has over 110 vacation rental homes and is proud to say that all of them are located in Wawona. All are within walking distance of everything that Wawona has to offer, and every one of them is surrounded by the majesty of Yosemite National Park!

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About the area

Located in Yosemite National Park, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yosemite National Park and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and El Portal Market are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. Visit our Yosemite National Park travel guide
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Yosemite National Park, CA

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff, surrounded by dense forest and snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.
    Yosemite National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A green field with trees and mountains in the background.
    Wawona Visitor Center
    4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with a clear blue sky above.
    Yosemite Valley
    39 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Yosemite Cemetery
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pioneer Yosemite History Center
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jackalope's Bar and Grill
    15 min drive
  • Timberloft Pizzeria
    15 min drive
  • Summerdale BBQ Cookout @ Tenaya
    17 min drive
  • Embers Restaurant
    17 min drive
  • Jackalope's Bar and Grill at Tenaya Lodge
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is (21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps away from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and Yosemite Cemetery. Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

(21) River Refuge at The Redwoods In Yosemite Reviews

8.4

Very good

7.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a quiet community inside Yosemite. Reservation at the property avoids having to get park entry reservations because you’re staying inside the park which is a huge plus. Nearby market for groceries, grill for cooking, and a short walk to the River. A great way to experience staying in Yosemite away from the crowded campgrounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cabin 21

Loved the location at the end of the road and near the river. Liked the decor and layout of the cabin. The barbeque was a little difficult to get used to. Burns extremely hot. Lack of wifi was a problem for our son who needed to keep up with his business. Had to go to the office every time he needed to connect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 day stay in Yosemite

We love the place. Very convenient. There was market that had everything. There gas station close by. Very close to most of park trails. House was clean and big. Dish cable was not working. I wish they had smart TV. Although , we didn’t get chance to watch anything anyways.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Quiet location away from valley crowds

Wawona was a great little community that was quiet and away from all of the Yosemite Valley crowds. The cabin was nice and location was great. Some things I wish I would have realized before arriving: - no AC - need to bring all of the food, bed/bath and other essential supplies you need ... little grocery within the community and Wawona but very small. We had to drive to Oakhurst to stockpile for the week which is a good 30 min drive. The cons: there were several dishes that were really dirty in the cabinets. The floors were also really dirty so I wore flip flops while inside. I totally get it with all the dust you pick up on the trails. Overall this was a great trip and stay. We would return, esp knowing everything we know going into it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021