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Illinois Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of Illinois in 2013 is estimated to be 12,875,255, which is the 5th largest population in the United States. This growth displayed a 0.3% increase from the last census taken in 2010. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 232 people per square mile, ranked the 12th largest population density in the United States.

Illinois Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 13.749 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 6.8% increase from the current population of Illinois. Then, by the year 2020, the population is expected to continue that trend. It is expected to reach 14.316 million people. This would be a 11.2% increase from the current population. Continuing a fairly large increase, the population is expected to reach 14.785 million people by the year 2025, recording a population increase of 14.8% from the current population. Then, by the year 2030, the total population is expected to be about 15.139 million people, which is a 17.6% increase from the current population.

Illinois Land Mass

Illinois measures from its most distant points to be about 210 miles from east to west and 390 miles from north to south. The state also has an approximate area of 57,918 square miles, making it the 25th largest state in the country. About 2,325 square miles of the state are covered by water, compared to the approximate 55,593 square miles covered by land. Charles Mound has the highest elevation point in the entire state of Illinois. It reaches an approximate 1,235 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Mississippi River, which reaches 279 feet above sea level. The geographic center of Illinois is located in Chestnut in Logan County, 28 miles northeast of Springfield. Five states border Illinois: Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Indiana, and Kentucky. Lake Michigan borders the state on the east.

Illinois is made up of three distinct geographic land areas: the Central Plains, the Shawnee Plains, and the Gulf Coastal Region. The Central Plains can be broken up into three distinct areas as well: the Great Lakes Plains, the Driftless Plains, and the Till Plains. The Great Lakes Plains tend to be low and flat while lying along Lake Michigan. The Driftless Plains lie in the northwest corner of the state. The highest point in the state is in the Driftless Plains. The Till Plains is part of the Corn Belt, made up of very fertile farmland. This region is the reason that the state is one of the top five corn producers in the country. Altogether, the Central Plains make up 90% of the state. The Shawnee Hills are located to the south of the Central Plains. This area is made up of rivers and valleys. Lastly, the Gulf Coastal Region is the southern tip of Illinois and is characterized by hills that flatten out near Kentucky.

Illinois Demographics

Approximately 50.9% of the state’s 12.875 million people is female, while the other 49.1% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of Illinois. Approximately 78% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 78%, about 16% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 62% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 15% of the entire population of the state of Illinois. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 7% of the Illinois population. The Asian population makes up 5% out of this 7%.

Illinois Religion

The population of Illinois is a slightly more religious population than the average state. About 55% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 55%, about 29% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Illinois. The next largest denomination in the state of Illinois is the Baptist Church, making up 6% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 16.2% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 3.8% of the population. The Islamic population makes up 2.8% of the total of the state, which is a population over triple the normal Islamic population in the country.

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Illinois Sports

The state of Illinois has teams represented in all of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer. The state has two teams represented in Major League Baseball, both based out of Chicago. The Chicago Cubs play on Wrigley Field, which has an estimated attendance capacity of 41,159. The Chicago White Sox play on U.S. Cellular Field, which estimates an attendance capacity of 40,615. The state only has one team in the National Basketball Association: Chicago Bulls. The Bulls play in the United Center, which has an estimated capacity of 20,917 people. The state has only one team represented in the National Football League. The Chicago Bears play at Soldier Field. Soldier Field has a capacity of 61,500 people. Illinois’s team represented in the National Hockey League is the Chicago Blackhawks, the 2013 Stanley Cup Champions. The Blackhawks play in the United Center, which has a capacity of 19,717 fans. Lastly, the Chicago Fire represents the state in the Major League Soccer. The Fire plays in Toyota Park.

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Florida Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of Florida in 2013 is estimated to be 19,317,568, which is the 4th largest population in the United States. This growth displayed a 2.7% increase from the last census taken in 2010. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 353.4 people per square mile, ranked the 8th largest population density in the United States.

Florida Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 19.751 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 2.2% increase from the current population of Florida. Then, by the year 2020, the population is expected to continue that trend. It is expected to reach 21.141 million people. This would be a 9.4% increase from the current population. Continuing a fairly large increase, the population is expected to reach 22.434 million people by the year 2025, recording a population increase of 16.1% from the current population. Then, by the year 2030, the total population is expected to be about 23.601 million people, which is a 22.2% increase from the current population. The population is expected to then grow about one million people by the year 2035 to 24.64 million people, which is a 27.5% increase from the current population. Lastly, the population is expected to top 25 million to 25.583 million people, which shows a population growth of 32.4% over the next 27 years.

Florida Land Mass

Florida measures from its most distant points to be about 500 miles long and 160 miles wide. The state also has an approximate area of 65,758 square miles, making it the 22nd largest state in the country. Florida occupies about 11,761 square miles of water, which makes it the third wettest state behind Michigan and Alaska. Compared to this water area, Florida takes up 53,997 square miles of land. Britton Hill has the highest elevation point in the entire state of Florida. It reaches an approximate 345 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, which reaches sea level. The geographic center of Florida is located in Hernando County, 12 miles north northwest of Brooksville. Only two states border the state of Florida: Alabama and Georgia. However, the Gulf of Mexico borders the state on the west and the Atlantic Ocean borders the state on the east and the south.

Florida is made up of three distinct geographic land areas: the Atlantic Coastal Plain, the East Gulf Coastal Plain, and the Florida Uplands. The Atlantic Coastal Plain lies along the eastern portion of the state. The Big Cypress Swamp and the Florida Everglades are a part of the Atlantic Coastal Plain. For the most part, this area is made up of low and level terrains. The East Gulf Coastal Plain is a subsection of the Atlantic Coastal Plain. This area is quite similar to the Atlantic Coastal Plain, but it is on the western portion of the state. The Florida Uplands mainly run across the Florida Panhandle and then slightly south into the central part of the peninsula. The highest point in the state is in this part of the state, which is characterized by low hills of red clay. There are also a lot of both hard and softwood forests.

Florida Demographics

Approximately 51.1% of the state’s 19.318 million people is female, while the other 48.9% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of Florida. Approximately 78% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 78%, about 23% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 55% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 17% of the entire population of the state of Florida. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 5% of the Florida population.

Florida Religion

The population of Florida has quite a lower religious population than the average state. About 39% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 39%, about 14% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Florida. The next largest denomination in the state of Florida is the Baptist Church, making up 9% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 14% of the population. Those who identify as Jewish, Islamic, or Eastern religions only make up 2% of the population.

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Florida Sports

The state of Florida has teams represented in all of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer. The state has two teams represented in Major League Baseball, one based out of Tampa Bay and the other out of Miami. The Tampa Bay Rays play on Tropicana Field, which has an estimated attendance capacity of 34,078. The Miami Marlins play in Marlins Park, which estimates an attendance capacity of 37,000. The state has two teams in the National Basketball Association: Orlando Magic and the Miami Heat. The Magic play in the Amway Center, which has an estimated capacity of 18,846 people. The Miami Heat play in the AmericanAirlines Arena, which has an estimated capacity of 19,600. The state has three teams represented in the National Football League: Jacksonville Jaguars, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the Miami Dolphins. The Jaguars play at EverBank Field, which has an estimate attendance capacity of 67,246. The Buccaneers play in the Raymond James Stadium, which has a capacity of 65,890 people. Lastly, the Dolphins play in the Sun Life Stadium with an attendance capacity of 75,540 people. The Florida Panthers and the Tampa Bay Lightning are the two Florida teams in the National Hockey League. The Panthers are based out of Sunrise, FL (outside of Ft. Lauderdale) and they play in the BB&T Center, which has an attendance capacity of 17,040 people. The Lightning play at the Tampa Bay Times Forum, which has a capacity of 19,204 fans.

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New York State Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of New York in 2013 is estimated to be 19,570,261, which is the 3rd largest population in the United States. This growth displayed a 1.0% increase from the last census taken in 2010. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 412 people per square mile, ranked the 7th largest population density in the United States.

New York Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 19.697 million people by the year 2020. This population would be a 0.65% increase from the current population of New York. Then, by the year 2025, the population is expected to continue that trend. It is expected to reach 19.787 million people. This would be a 1.1% increase from the current population. Continuing a fairly small increase, the population is expected to reach 19.795 million people by the year 2030, recording a population increase of 1.15% from the current population. Then, by the year 2035, the total population is actually expected to decrease to about 19.729 million people, which is a 0.81% increase from the current population. The population is expected to then continue to decrease in 2040 to about 19.624 million people, which is still a 0.27% increase from the current population.

New York Land Mass

New York measures from its most distant points to be about 330 miles long and 283 miles wide. The state also has an approximate area of 54,475 square miles, making it the 27th largest state in the country. New York occupies about 7,251 square miles of water, which makes it one of the wettest states, along with Florida, Michigan, and Alaska. Compared to this water area, New York takes up 48,708 square miles of land. Mount Marcy has the highest elevation point in the entire state of New York. It reaches an approximate 5,344 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Atlantic Ocean, which reaches sea level. The geographic center of New York is located in Madison County, 12 miles south of Oneida and 26 miles southwest of Utica. Five states happen to border the state of New York: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. However, both Lake Ontario and Lake Erie both border the state as well. The Atlantic Ocean borders the state on the south, and Canada borders the state on the north.

New York is made up of five distinct geographic land areas: the Adirondack Mountains, the St. Lawrence-Champlain Lowlands, the Hudson-Mohawk Lowland, the Atlantic Coastal Plain, and the Appalachian Highlands. The Adirondack Mountains are in the northern part of New York, in-between Lake Champlain and Lake Ontario. These are the highest and most rugged mountains in the state. The St. Lawrence-Champlain Lowlands are on the shores of Lake Ontario and they also run along the St. Lawrence River. The Hudson-Mohawk Lowland follows the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers northwest. The Atlantic Coastal Plain is in the southeast portion of the state. Lastly, the Appalachian Highlands are to the west of the Hudson River, running towards Lake Erie. This area includes the Catskill Mountains and the Finger Lakes.

New York Demographics

Approximately 51.5% of the state’s 19.57 million people is female, while the other 48.5% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of New York. Approximately 71% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 71%, about 18% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 53% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 18% of the entire population of the state of New York. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 11% of the New York population. However, 8% out of that 11% is Asian.

New York Religion

The population of New York has a slightly more religious population than the average state. About 51% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 51%, about 33% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of New York. The next largest denomination in the state of New York is Judaism, making up 4% of the population. This is a little less than 6 times the average population of Jewish people in the country. All the other Christian denominations make up about 11.3% of the population. The Islamic population makes up 2% of the country, which is a little over two times the normal Islamic population of the country.

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New York Sports

The state of New York has teams represented in all of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, hockey, football, and soccer. There are two teams in Major League Baseball based out of New York City: the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. The Mets play on Citi Field in Queens and the Yankees play in Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. New York has two basketball teams represented in the National Basketball Association: the New York Knicks and the Brooklyn Nets. The Knicks, based out of Manhattan, play in Madison Square Garden Arena and the Nets play in the Barclays Center. The state has three teams represented in the National Hockey League: New York Islanders, New York Rangers, and the Buffalo Sabers. The Islanders, based out of Long Island, play in the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum; the Rangers, based out of Manhattan, play in the Madison Square Garden Arena; and the Sabers, based out of Buffalo, play in the First Niagara Center. The state also has three teams in the National Football League: the New York Jets, the New York Giants, and the Buffalo Bills. While the Jets and Giants represent the New York City Metropolitan area, they play in New Jersey in MetLife Stadium. Lastly, the Bills play in Ralph Wilson Center, based out of Buffalo. The New York Red Bulls represent the state in Major League Soccer. The Red Bulls play in Red Bull Arena.

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Texas Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of Texas in 2013 is estimated to be 26,059,203, which is the 2nd largest population in the United States. This growth displayed a 3.6% increase from the last census taken in 2010. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 98.1 people per square mile, ranked the 26th largest population density in the United States.

Texas Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 26.296 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 0.91% increase from the current population of Texas. Then, by the year 2020, the population is expected to continue that trend. It is expected to reach 27.374 million people. This would be a 5% increase from the current population. Continuing a fairly steady increase, the population is expected to reach 28.376 million people by the year 2025, recording a population increase of 8.9% from the current population. Then, by the year 2030, the total population is estimated to be about 29.29 million people, which is a 12.4% increase from the current population. The population is expected to top 30 million people by the year 2035 to an estimated population of 30.1 million people, which is a 15.5% increase from the current population. From there, the population is expected to be approximately 30.823 million people by the year 2040. This would be an increase of about 18.3%. Then, in 2045, the population is estimated to reach 31.462 million people, a 20.7% increase from the current population in the state of Texas. Lastly, by the halfway point in the century, the population of Texas is projected to reach 32.052 million people, a 23% increase from the current population.

Texas Land Mass

Texas measures from its most distant points to be about 790 miles long and 660 miles wide. The state also has an approximate area of 268,601 square miles, making it the 2nd largest state in the country. Texas occupies about 6,687 square miles of water, which makes it the 9th wettest state. Compared to this water area, Texas takes up 261,914 square miles of land. Guadalupe Peak has the highest elevation point in the entire state of Texas. It reaches an approximate 8,749 feet above sea level. The lowest point in the state is at the Gulf of Mexico, which reaches sea level. The geographic center of Texas is located in McCulloch County, 15 miles northeast of Brady. Four states, one body of water, and one international country border the state of Texas: New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, the Gulf of Mexico, and Mexico.

Texas is made up of four distinct geographic land areas: the Gulf Coast Plain, the Interior Lowlands, the Basin and Range Province, and the Great Plains. The Gulf Coast Plain is in the southern part of Texas, where it meets with the Gulf of Mexico. This area has rolling and hilly areas, along with heavy areas of pinewood and hardwood trees. However, the further west areas of this portion become more like prairies and brushlands. The Interior Lowlands are to the northwest of the Gulf Coast Plain, but in the northeast area of the state. This area is good for raising cattle and growing many crops. The western portion sees very little rainfall every year, ranging from 20 to 30 inches per year. The Basin and Range Province is in the furthest west portion of the state. This is the only part of the state that is considered mountainous at all. It is also filled with large drainage basins. Lastly, the Great Plains lies to the east of the point where the Rocky Mountains begin up into northwestern Texas.

Texas Demographics

Approximately 50.3% of the state’s 26.059 million people are female, while the other 49.7% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of Texas. Approximately 81% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 81%, about 38% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 45% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 12% of the entire population of the state of Texas. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as Asian, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 7% of the Texas population. However, 4% out of that 7% is Asian.

Texas Religion

The population of Texas has a slightly more religious population than the average state. About 56% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 56%, about 19% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of Texas. The next largest denomination in the state of Texas is Baptist, making up 18% of the population. All the other Christian denominations make up about 16.5% of the population. Those that identify with the Jewish, Eastern, or Islamic faiths make up about 2.5% of the state. However, 1.7% out of that 2.5% identifies as Islamic, which is twice the national average of Islamic population.

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Texas Sports

The state of Texas has teams represented in all of the major professional sports: baseball, basketball, hockey, football, and soccer. There are two teams in Major League Baseball, based out of Arlington and Houston: Texas Rangers and Houston Astros. The state also has three basketball teams in the National Basketball Association: the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, and the Dallas Mavericks. The state only has one hockey team in the National Hockey League, which is the Dallas Stars. Also, the state has two football teams in the National Football League: Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Texans. Lastly, the team has two soccer teams in the Major League Soccer: Houston Dynamo and FC Dallas.

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California Population 2013

Based on estimates and the studies by the United States Census Bureau, the population of California in 2013 is estimated to be 38,041,430, which is the largest population in the United States. This growth displayed a 2.1% increase from the last census taken in 2010. Based on the population and based on the area of the state, the population density of the state is about 242 people per square mile, ranked the 11th largest population density in the United States.

California Population Projections

Based on the historical and current trends of the state, the population is expected to reach about 38.801 million people by the year 2015. This population would be a 2% increase from the current population of California. Then, by the year 2020, the population is expected to continue that trend. It is expected to reach 40.644 million people. This would be a 6.8% increase from the current population. Continuing a fairly steep increase, the population is expected to reach 42.452 million people by the year 2025, recording a population increase of 11.6% from the current population. Then, by the year 2030, the total population is estimated to be about 44.279 million people, which is a 16.4% increase from the current population. The population is expected to top 45 million people by the year 2035 to an estimated population of 46.083 million people, which is a 21.1% increase from the current population. From there, the population is expected to be approximately 47.69 million people by the year 2040. This would be an increase of about 25.4%. Then, in 2045, the population is estimated to reach 49.11 million people, a 29.1% increase from the current population in the state of California. Lastly, by the halfway point in the century, the population of California is projected to exceed 50 million as it reaches 50.365 million people, a 32.4% increase from the current population.

California Land Mass

Measuring from east to west, the state of California is about 560 miles across; measuring from north to south, the state is about 1,040 miles long. The state also has an approximate area of 163,707 square miles, making it the 3rd largest state in the country. California occupies about 7,734 square miles of water. Compared to this water area, California takes up 155,973 square miles of land. Mount Whitney has the highest elevation point in the entire state of California. It reaches an approximate 14,494 feet above sea level. It is also the highest point in the contiguous states. The lowest point in the state is in Death Valley, which reaches 282 feet below sea level. This point is the lowest point in the entire country. The geographic center of California 38 miles east of Madera. Three states, one body of water, and one international country border the state of California: Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona, the Pacific Ocean, and Mexico.

California is made up of eight distinct geographic land areas: the Klamath Mountains, the Coastal Ranges, the Sierra Nevada, the Central Valley, the Cascade Mountains, the Basin and Range Region, the Los Angeles Ranges, and the San Diego Ranges. The Klamath Mountains are located in the northwest corner of the state. These mountains tend to be covered with forests and are separated by deep canyons. The Coastal Ranges lie along the western border of the state, ranging from the Klamath Mountains in the north to the Los Angeles Mountains in the south. Most of these mountains are fairly small, but are separated by large valleys. The Sierra Nevada is in the eastern part of the state, ranging a little more than 400 miles from north to south. These mountains include the highest point in the state. Also, Yosemite Valley is one of the most popular valleys in this area. The Central Valley, as its name notes, is in the central part of the state. It also lies between the Sierra Nevada and the Coastal Range. This area is the most important farmland in the whole state. It makes up 60% of the productive farmland in California. The Cascade Mountains are in the northern part of the state to the east of the Klamath Mountains. These mountains were actually formed by volcanoes, including one that is still active. The Basin and Range Region lies along the southeastern part of the state. This area includes lava plateaus in the north and deserts and wasteland in the south. The Los Angeles Range lies in the Los Angeles area along the southwestern part of the state. These mountains are unique due to the fact that they extend east to west instead of north to south. Lastly, the San Diego Range is in the very bottom southwestern corner of the state.

California Demographics

Approximately 50.3% of the state’s 38.041 million people are female, while the other 49.7% of the population is male. Also, those that identify as white (including Hispanic or Latino) make up the largest percentage of the demographics in the state of California. Approximately 74% of the state identify as this race. But, out of that 74%, about 35% do identify as Hispanic or Latino and the other 39% as Caucasian. Those that identify as Black or African American make up 7% of the entire population of the state of California. However, the Asian population is larger than the African American population, making up 14% of the population of California. The rest of the population is made up of those that identify as American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, other Pacific Islanders, or those that identify as two or more races. These other races make up about 5% of the California population.

California Religion

The population of California has a slightly less religious population than the average state. About 45% of the state population identifies as religious, compared to the national average of 49%. Out of the 45%, about 28% identify as members of the Catholic Church, making it the largest denomination in the state of California. All the other Christian denominations make up about 14.5% of the population. Those that identify with the Jewish, Eastern, or Islamic faiths make up about 2.5% of the state. However, as a result of the large Asian population, those that identify as members of Eastern faiths make up 1.2% out of the 2.5%, which is over double the average Eastern religion populations.

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California Activities

Conventional wisdom holds that California is for the young. The state is chock-full of attractions for kids of all ages, especially the under-18 set. From Disneyland, the granddaddy of all theme parks, to world-class aquariums, zoos, historical museums, and outdoor activities, California will keep your family engaged and hopping. Perhaps no other state has a greater variety of outdoor activities for kids than California. From the endless coastline to the state’s extensive state park system-and of course, more national parks, monuments, and wilderness areas than any other state-California will keep your active child on the go. With over 800 miles of hiking trails, Yosemite is a delight for trekkers of all abilities. You can take an easy half-mile stroll on the valley floor; venture out all day on a quest for viewpoints, waterfalls and lakes or go wilderness camping in the remote outer reaches of the backcountry.

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