We visited Yosemite National Park from Oct 2-10 2009. It didn't turn out to be the trip we planned, but we had a great time anyway (it pays to be flexible!). We had planned an 8 day backpack trip, but that was thwarted by a snowstorm so we ended up spending the rest of the trip at the Cedar Lodge in El Portal and doing some fantastic dayhikes. All in all, another great trip to the most beautiful spot on earth.