Tunnel View, Scenic viewpoint in Yosemite National Park, United States.
The overlook presents El Capitan on the left, Half Dome in the center, and Bridalveil Fall on the right, forming a panoramic mountain landscape.
The viewpoint opened in 1933 alongside the Wawona Tunnel, which stretches 4,233 feet as California's longest highway tunnel through solid granite mountain.
Photographer Ansel Adams captured numerous black and white photographs from this location, establishing it as a symbol of American natural heritage.
A parking area accommodates vehicles throughout the year, while the viewing platform includes educational displays and wheelchair-accessible observation points.
The location experiences different conditions each season, from snow-covered peaks in winter to powerful waterfall flows during spring snowmelt.
Location: Mariposa County
Inception: 1932
Architectural style: National Park Service rustic
GPS coordinates: 37.71580,-119.67690
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19
The Nose
3.8 km
Yosemite Falls
8.1 km
Horsetail Fall
4.6 km
Taft Point
6.3 km
Camp 4
7.2 km
Ribbon Fall
3.4 km
Swinging Bridge
7.2 km
Middle Cathedral Rock
3.5 km
Columbia Boulder
7.1 km
Eagle Peak
6.4 km
Silver Strand Falls
1.4 km
McGurk Cabin
6.3 km
Tamarack Flat Campground
6.7 km
McCauley and Meyer Barns
6.7 km
Pohono Bridge
945 m
Tamarack Flat
6.7 km
El Capitan Bridge
4.1 km
Yosemite Creek Bridge
7.9 km
Dewey Point
2.5 km
Yosemite Creek Footbridge
8.1 km
Superintendent's House
7.9 km
Arch Rock
5.6 km
Arch Rock Entrance Station
5.8 km
Sentinel Meadow Boardwalk
7.7 km
Wildcat Creek Bridge
3.8 km
Northside Drive
4.7 km
Southside Drive
5.6 km
Tamarack Creek Bridge
3.6 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes