What’s the best route from Yosemite to Los Angeles?
I’m from the east coast and have been camping in Yosemite for the past week. I want to see Los Angeles before I head home, but I’m not sure of the best route. Can you help?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s a great idea to check LA off your west coast bucket list before heading home! The best route from Yosemite to Los Angeles is easy to follow—you’ll take CA-41 S to CA-99 S before jumping onto I-5 S.
is about 313 miles**, which should take you close to six hours to drive. All that driving is sure to make you hungry, so check out these restaurants along your route:
Benaddiction (3015 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA): This spot specializes in half-sized eggs benedicts served as sandwiches, but there’s something for everyone—even vegans!
La Costa Mariscos (3401 Chester Ave, Suite B, Bakersfield, CA): If you’re looking for melt-in-your-mouth Mexican food, this spot is a must-eat.
Kinza Sushi and Asian Izakaya (25269 The Old Rd Ste P, Stevenson Ranch, Santa Clarita, CA): This restaurant serves the area’s best sushi and sake in a hip setting.
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