Uploaded November 2012 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Many National Parks were founded on their geology, and Yosemite is known throughout the world for its exceptional high cliffs and rounded domes. Visitors to the park, from hikers to rock climbers, experience a landscape dominated by granite. For an audio described version of this video, go to youtu.be/1I-VyOl66ag.