Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Twain Harte

"Hetch Hethy is a beautiful reservoir but with a heartbreaking past. It’s a glacial valley in the northwestern part of Yosemite National Park and is drained by the Tuolumne River. Believe it or not, it was actually a valley that rivaled Yosemite Valley in its beauty but in 1923, the O’Shaughnessy Dam was completed on the Tuolumne River, which flooded the entire valley."

"Hetch Hetchy is located about a mile before the Yosemite National Park gate. It actually has its own entrance gate which means a fee; however, being disabled allows you free entrance into any national park with a lifetime Access Pass. After you pass the gate, the road to Hetch Hetchy is about 10 miles but takes a little over a half an hour because the road is windy."

"Hetch Hetchy is a place with a controversial history but it is quite a beautiful spot. It features a bridge across the reservoir that leads to an old railway tunnel. The bridge is ADA accessible which is a plus for those with disabilities."

"Dropping a sheer 1,000 feet, Wapama Falls is on of the most powerful waterfalls in Yosemite National Park—and one of the few that can actually stop you in your tracks, as it impossible to pass over its trail bridge when it’s flowing hardest. Despite its beauty and power, few people visit Hetch Hetchy Valley to see this majestic waterfall. WARNING: Do NOT cross the trail bridge when Wapama Falls is flowing over the bridge."

"Featuring an outdoor pool, a casino and restaurants, this Tuolumne, California resort offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Free self-parking and valet parking are offered. Styled in modern decor, each room provides a flat-screen TV and free toiletries in the en suite bathroom at The Hotel at Black Oak Casino Resort."