dmeyer wrote:
Since the Tioga Road had opened within days of our trip, we headed out early from June Lake to spend the day at Yosemite. Mid-day can't do justice to the magnificent vistas, so I'll chaulk this effort up to reconnaissance just in case I ever get back.
You did great, no second guessing. Actually, the valley walls are so steep, that the "golden hours" aren't that great. Shadows are present until almost mid morning.