Yosemite Guide

Yosemite Essentials A peak-hours reservation is required to drive into Yosemite on some dates in 2024. A reservation is required between 5 am and 4 pm on the following dates: Visitors may enter the park with: April 13 to June 30 Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays only • a Wilderness or Half Dome permit July 1 to August 16 Daily • in-park camping, lodging, or vacation rental August 17 to October 27 Saturdays, Sundays, & Holidays only • regional transit or a tour group • a peak-hours reservation To learn more, scan the QR code or visit go.nps.gov/reserve. In 2023, 17 bears were hit by vehicles in Yosemite. You are driving in wildlife habitat. Follow posted speed limits, drive carefully, and watch for animals crossing the road. “Red Bear, Dead Bear” signs on park roads mark places where bears have been hit this year. It is illegal to approach or feed any wild animal, including squirrels and birds. Book a reservation at Recreation.gov. A portion of reservations were released in January 2024; additional reservations are released seven days in advance at 8 am Pacific time. Reservations are valid for up to three consecutive days. Wildlife can cause injuries and transmit diseases. Human food is unhealthy for wild animals. Animals used to being fed can become dangerous and be killed as a result. Proper Food Storage is Required by Law Avoid accidentally sharing your food by properly storing it or keeping it within arm’s reach. At Night Bears can easily break into vehicles. Food, trash, and other scented items may NOT be stored inside vehicles overnight. These items must be kept inside a food locker or in a hotel room or hard-sided cabin with doors and windows closed. Food may also be stored inside a completely hard-sided RV with all windows and doors closed. Spring in Yosemite: What to Expect During the Day While hiking or picnicking, always keep your food within arm’s reach. When away from your vehicle, lock it and keep all windows closed, with food, drinks, and coolers hidden from sight. Never leave food in a truck bed or strapped to the outside of a vehicle. Large areas of the park may still be covered in snow. The best places to hike in spring are Yosemite Valley, Wawona, and Hetch Hetchy. Ask a ranger about trail conditions before you go. If you see a bear in the park, email yose_bear_mgmt@nps.gov or call the Save-a-Bear hotline at 209/372-0322. To learn more about food storage and bears, visit KeepBearsWild.org. Expect seasonal road closures. Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road close to vehicles each winter and may not open until May—or later. Call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) to hear about current road conditions and closures. Waterfalls, rivers, and streams are at their most powerful. Use extreme caution around any flowing water. Do not enter water above waterfalls. Stay off of slick rocks, especially at the base of waterfalls. Visitor & Emergency Services Accessibility Non-emergency dispatch line 209/379-1992 For a complete list of accessible services, exhibits, and recreational opportunities, download a Yosemite Accessibility Guide at go.nps.gov/AccessYosemite Medical Clinic (Yosemite Valley) 209/372-4637 | Open Mon to Fri, 9 am – 5 pm (6 pm starting May 13.) Urgent care walk-ins with out-of-pocket fees: 1 pm – 3:30 pm (4:30 pm starting May 13.) Sign Language interpreting is available upon request. Contact Deaf Services at 209/379-5250 (v/txt). Two weeks advance notice is requested but not required. In an Emergency: Call or Text 911 Yosemite Village Garage Call 209/372-1060 for 24-hour roadside assistance. Lost & Found Check at the nearest open information center or hotel front desk, or visit go.nps.gov/lost to report a lost item. Keep in Touch Assistive Listening Devices are available upon advance request at information centers. Accessible parking spaces are available throughout the park. www.nps.gov/yose Park Regulations The National Park Service is bound by its mission to protect Yosemite’s natural and cultural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of future generations. Regulations are in place to protect both visitors and park resources. Prohibited activities include: Using drones Feeding or approaching wildlife Collecting plants and animals Hunting animals Picking up archeological items, such as arrowheads Using metal detectors Driving vehicles into meadows Biking off of paved roads Camping outside of designated campgrounds Possession of weapons inside federal facilities Possessing or using marijuana, including medical marijuana Pets are not allowed on hiking trails. Pets are only permitted on paved walking and biking paths, in most campgrounds, and in parking areas. Pets must be leashed at all times. Service dogs are allowed anywhere that visitors can go. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are subject to pet regulations. Park Partners To report illegal activity, call park dispatch at 209/379-1992. @YosemiteNPS Yosemite Guide February 1, 2023Enjoy - March 28, 2023 @YosemiteNPS your visit! Park Map Places to Explore Lake Eleanor YOSEMITE VALLEY To HETCH HETCHY O’Shaughnessy & Lee Vining Dam Hetch Hetchy Entrance Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Campground Hetch Hetchy Road Tioga Pass Entrance Tuolumne River (Wilderness Permit Required) White Wolf Tioga Road Tioga Road To Groveland & Manteca Hodgdon Meadow Closed approx. Nov. to May CRANE Tuolumne FLAT Grove Big Oak Flat Entrance Big Oak Flat Information Station Yosemite Creek Merced Grove Porcupine Flat Tunnel View Arch Rock Entrance To Mariposa & Merced The Mariposa Grove is home to over 500 mature giant sequoias and miles of trails. Shuttle service from the parking area to the Grove is expected to begin in late May (8 am to 7 pm.) When there is no shuttle, the Grove is accessible only via a 2-mile hike (each way.) Stop in Wawona for more trails, visitor services, and the Yosemite History Center (open daily.) Upper Pines Lower Pines North Pines Distance from Yosemite Valley 30 mi/48 km (1 hour) Directions From Yosemite Valley, drive south on Wawona Road. Watch for signs for the Mariposa Grove just before the park’s South Entrance. Merced River GLACIER POINT El Portal El Portal Road Bridalveil Creek Yosemite West Closed approx. Nov. to May GLACIER POINT Glacier Point Road is CLOSED from approx. November to May. Call 209/372-0200 (1,1) to check the current status of park roads. Campgrounds in Yosemite are reservation-only from April to October. Not all campgrounds are open year-round. Turn to page 5 for more information. WAWONA Yosemite History Center Wawona Visitor Center Wawona Campground 0 Gas Station 5km 5 miles Campground Information Center Where to Find More Information Information Centers Look up Current Conditions Start your visit here! Pick up trail maps, become a junior ranger, get help planning your trip, and ask about closures and trail conditions. Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road close each winter and may not open until the end of May—or later. Yosemite Valley Welcome Center 9 am to 5 pm daily The welcome center is the Valley’s NEW hub for visitor information. The former visitor center is now the Yosemite Exploration Center, offering rotating exhibits, a theater, and the Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore. Both are located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, & 5. Wawona Visitor Center at Hill’s Studio 9 am to 5 pm daily Big Oak Flat Information Station Opens May 17, 8 am to 5 pm daily Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center 9 am to 5 pm daily, when Tioga Road is open Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Distance from Yosemite Valley 30 mi/48 km (1 hour) Directions From Yosemite Valley, drive south on Wawona Road. After 9 miles, turn left onto Glacier Point Road. CRANE FLAT Visit two giant sequoia groves north of Yosemite Valley that are smaller and quieter than the Mariposa Grove. Hike one mile down to the Tuolumne Grove (pictured at left), or 1.5 miles down to the Merced Grove. Parking at each trailhead is extremely limited. Distance from Yosemite Valley 16 mi/26 km (30 minutes) Entrance Station Hit the Trail Yosemite features hundreds of miles of trails, from short, paved walkways to epic treks through vast wilderness. Stop by an information center to pick up free trail maps and get ranger recommendations tailored to you and your interests! Turn to pages 10 & 11 for basic trail information. Join a Ranger for a Talk or Guided Walk Turn to page 8 for a weekly schedule of free programs. Book a Guided Tour Turn to pages 8 & 9 for details. Experience the Park After Dark Sign Up for an Art or Photography Class Engage with Yosemite in a whole new way, and explore your creative side! Turn to page 8 for details. Ride a Bicycle Explore miles of paved, scenic bike trails through Yosemite Valley. Turn to page 4 for bike rentals. Watch for Wildlife Roads on map are simplified and do not reflect degree of windiness. To Oakhurst & Fresno NOTE: There are only 2 gas stations inside the park and NO GAS in Yosemite Valley. Take in stunning views of Yosemite Valley from 3,000 feet above the Valley floor. Other scenic overlooks and numerous trailheads are also accessible from Glacier Point Road. North MARIPOSA GROVE OF GIANT SEQUOIAS South Entrance Stop at scenic viewpoints like Tunnel View or El Capitan Meadow as you travel through the Valley. Stargaze on your own, or book a guided nighttime program. Turn to page 8 for the program schedule. Glacier Point Road Wawona Road 2 Start your visit at the new welcome center in Yosemite Village for trail maps and park information. Then stop by the Yosemite Museum and the new Exploration Center for exhibits and cultural demonstrations. Turn to page 4 for hours. WAWONA & THE MARIPOSA GROVE Tenaya Lake Big Oak Flat Road Crane Flat Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center Yosemite Valley Welcome Center YOSEMITE VALLEY The first stop for many park visitors, Yosemite Valley is known for its towering granite walls and iconic features like El Capitan and Half Dome. The Valley’s many waterfalls roar in spring, usually peaking in May. campground closed in 2024 Camp 4 Tamarack Flat Explore by Car Turn to page 8 for a schedule of programs and classes. Turn to page 11 for Yosemite Valley trails. Tuolumne Meadows Closed approx. Nov. to May Evergreen Road Closed approx. Nov. to May TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Things to Do To check the current status of park roads, call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1.) For planned or long-term closures to park roads, trails, and facilities, scan the QR code or visit go.nps.gov/conditions. Directions From Yosemite Valley, take Big Oak Flat Road to Tioga Road Junction at Crane Flat. Turn right for Tuolumne Grove parking, or continue on Big Oak Flat Road for 3.5 miles to Merced Grove parking. HETCH HETCHY A source of water and hydroelectric power for San Francisco, Hetch Hetchy is also home to spectacular scenery. From here, visitors can walk across the dam, hike along the reservoir, or access Yosemite’s wilderness. Distance from Yosemite Valley 40 mi/64 km (1½ hours) Directions From Yosemite Valley, take Big Oak Flat Road (Hwy 120 W.) Just outside the Big Oak Flat Entrance, turn right on Evergreen Road. Hetch Hetchy Road is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Vehicles and trailers over 25 ft long and 8 ft wide are not permitted on the narrow, winding Hetch Hetchy Road. Visit meadows around dawn and dusk for the best chance of spotting birds and other wildlife. Remember it’s illegal to feed or approach any wildlife in the park. Explore Beyond Yosemite Valley Wander through one of the park’s giant sequoia groves, hike along a reservoir to a roaring waterfall at Hetch Hetchy, or explore the peaks and meadows of the High Sierra. Some park roads and trailheads are closed or inaccessible until late spring; ask a ranger about current conditions. Become a Junior Ranger Kids (and kids-at-heart) can pick up a free Junior Ranger Handbook at any open information center. Complete the activities while you explore the park, and earn your junior ranger badge! Yosemite National Park Get the Official NPS App The free app features over 400 parks across the US! Search for trails and other things to do, navigate with the park map, view the program calendar, and find your next park. Download Yosemite ahead of time to access park information when you’re offline. Download from your device’s app store: search “National Park Service”. TIOGA ROAD & TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Tioga Road is CLOSED from approx. November through May. Call 209/372-0200 (1,1) to check the current status of park roads. Tioga Road is a 45-mile scenic drive through Yosemite’s high country, with access to trailheads, scenic vistas, and popular destinations like Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows. A Park Guide for Ages 4 to 12 The reopening date varies each year, depending on snowpack and winter damage to the road and other infrastructure. For information and updates, visit go.nps.gov/tioga. Yosemite Guide May 8 – June 11, 2024 3 Services Seasonal operating dates and hours are subject to change. YOSEMITE VALLEY Campground Reservation Office 5 authori zed v ehic les on ly North Bike Rentals 2 North side Driv e( on ew Village Grill Pizza Deck Garage ) ay Welcome Center Degnan’s Kitchen Breakfast: 7 am – 11 am, Lunch: 11:30 am – 6 pm Coffee, deli sandwiches, & grab-and-go items. Indoor & outdoor seating. Bike Rentals Village Grill 11 am – 6 pm. Burgers, hot dogs, & more. Outdoor seating. Gift & Grocery Mountain Room Restaurant to Lower Yosemite Fall Lounge & Cliff Room Bar 1899 & Seven Tents Pavilion Garden Terrace Front Office & Tour Desk Basecamp Eatery & Starbucks Coffee Pool & Showers to Shuttle Stop 1 CURRY VILLAGE shuttle stops 14 & 19 Seven Tents Pavilion Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am, Dinner: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Casual dining with rotating menu of hearty meals. Indoor seating. Peet’s Coffee Corner 6 am – 2 pm Coffee Corner Amphitheater YOSEMITE VILLAGE shuttle stops 1/2/4/5 Pool way ) North Village Store to Lower Yosemite Fall Yosemite Valley Lodge Bike Rentals to The Ahwahnee Hotel 4 Services northeast corner of parking area Degnan’s Kitchen FOOD & BEVERAGE Yosemite Valley Lodge ive ( one Front Office to Shuttle Stops 14 & 19 e Dr Medical Clinic Services Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School Gift & Meadow Grocery Grill hsid Wilderness Center Post Office Curry Village Nort ehicles only authorized v Yosemite Exploration Center, Yosemite Village Theater & Bookstore Services Yosemite Museum The Ansel Adams Gallery YOSEMITE VALLEY North to Shuttle Stop 7 Bar 1899 11:30 am – 10 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. Pizza Deck 11 am – 10 pm. Pizza whole or by the slice. Outdoor seating. Taqueria @ Meadow Grill 11:30 am – 5:30 pm (11 am – 8 pm starting May 12.) Tacos. Outdoor seating. Jennie’s Ice Cream (Opens May 24) 11 am – 8:30 pm THE AHWAHNEE shuttle stop 3 Coffee Bar 6:30 am – 10:30 am The Ahwahnee Bar 11:30 am – 11 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. INFORMATION & EXHIBITS TOURS & ACTIVITIES GIFTS, GEAR, & GROCERIES Yosemite Valley Welcome Center 9 am – 5 pm Book tours & activities anytime at TravelYosemite.com. Yosemite Village; shuttle stops 1/2/4/5 YOSEMITE VILLAGE shuttle stops 1/2/4/5 Yosemite Valley Lodge Tour & Activity Desk 7:30 am – 7 pm The Ansel Adams Gallery 9 am – 5 pm Yosemite Valley Lodge Pool (Opens May 25, conditions permitting) 11 am − 6 pm Yosemite Conservancy Store at Welcome Center 9 am – 5 pm Yosemite Exploration Center & Theater 9 am – 5 pm Theater closed May 20 & June 3. Yosemite Village; shuttle stops 1/2/4/5. Yosemite Museum 10 am – 5 pm Yosemite Village; shuttle stops 1/2/4/5. Wilderness Center 8 am – 5 pm Yosemite Village; shuttle stops 1/2/4/5. Happy Isles Art & Nature Center 9 am – 4 pm; may close for lunch. Shuttle stop 16. Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center Open Wed – Sun, 10 am – 4 pm. Shuttle stop 12. OTHER SERVICES Laundry (Housekeeping Camp) 8 am – 10 pm. Shuttle stop 12. Showers (Curry Village) 24 hrs. Shuttle stops 14 & 19. Village Store Tour & Activity Kiosk 8 am – 7 pm Curry Village Tour & Activity Kiosk 7:30 am – 3:30 pm Curry Village Raft Rentals (Opens May 17, conditions permitting) 10 am – 4 pm YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE shuttle stop 7 Curry Village Bike Stand 8 am – 7 pm Yosemite History Center Open daily. FOOD & BEVERAGE Wawona Hotel Dining Room Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am, Lunch: 11 am – 3 pm, Dinner: 5 pm – 9 pm, Lounge Service: 5 pm – 9:30 pm Summer BBQ (starting May 25) 5 pm – 7 pm (Saturdays + Memorial Day) OTHER SERVICES Wawona Store & Pioneer Gift Shop 8 am – 8 pm Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Wawona) 9 am – 5 pm Yosemite Conservancy Depot (Mariposa Grove) 9 am – 5 pm Golf Closed for repairs; opening date to be determined Golf Shop & Snack Stand Pending golf course reopening Village Store Bike Stand 8 am – 7 pm GLACIER POINT Yosemite Mountain Shop 8 am – 8 pm. Hiking/climbing gear & apparel. Curry Village Gift & Grocery 8 am – 10 pm HOUSEKEEPING CAMP shuttle stop 12 Rehabilitation of The Ahwahnee bringing the building to code with modern fire and seismic safety standards. Scaffolding and construction noise may be present during parts of the rehabilitation project. TIOGA ROAD CRANE FLAT Big Oak Flat Information Station (Opens May 17) 8 am − 5 pm Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore at Big Oak Flat Information Station Open Fri – Tues, 9 am – 5 pm Crane Flat Gas & Grocery Store reopens May 24; hours 8 am − 5 pm. Gas available year-round. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump with card. Tennis Courts 8 am – dusk EL PORTAL Stable (Opens May 24) Rides at 8:30 am, 11 am, 2:30 pm Wawona Post Office Mon – Fri: 9 am – 1 pm, Sat: 9 am – 12 pm El Portal Market 9 am – 7 pm Wawona Service Station staffed 9 am – 6 pm. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump with card. Propane available during staffed hours only. El Portal Service Station staffed 8 am – 5 pm. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump with card. After more than 95 years in service, The Ahwahnee is continuing a multi-phase comprehensive rehabilitation plan to preserve the hotel’s historic integrity, while Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Due to these historic projects, Ahwahnee parking lot space has been reduced. Parking is valet only with a $30 nightly charge, $15 day-use or $10 with validation. This change will only be during this historic project and will return to normal upon completion. Zero Landfill Initiative: Propane Canisters Exciting news, campers: you can now buy and exchange Little Kamper 1 lb. propane canisters in Yosemite stores, including the Village Store, Curry Village Gift Shop, Mountain Shop, Wawona Store, and El Portal Market. In alliance with the Zero Landfill Initiative, Yosemite Conservancy, the 4 Yosemite Community Church (The Chapel) Pastor Brent Moore Call 209/372-4831 or visit YosemiteValleyChapel.org for information. Sunday Services: offered weekly at 9:15 am. Additional 11 am service starting Memorial Day weekend. Grocery 8 am – 8 pm Glacier Point Road is closed from approximately November to May—or later, depending on conditions. Reopening dates for the road and for the Glacier Point Gift Shop & Snack Stand to be determined. Stop by an open information center for updates. Tioga Road is closed from approximately November to May—or later, depending on conditions. Reopening dates for the road and for visitor services to be determined. Stop by an open information center for updates. Starbucks Coffee 6:30 am – 6:30 pm RELIGIOUS SERVICES CURRY VILLAGE shuttle stops 14 & 19 Yosemite Valley Lodge Bike Stand 8 am – 7 pm Base Camp Eatery Breakfast: 6:30 am – 10:45 am, Lunch & Dinner: 11 am – 9 pm. Fast casual burgers, chicken, & more. Indoor & outdoor seating. Mountain Room Restaurant 5 pm – 10 pm Upscale casual steakhouse. Reservations recommended: OpenTable.com. Sweet Shop 7 am – 10 pm Gift Shop 8 am – 10 pm BIKE RENTALS YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE shuttle stop 7 Mountain Room Lounge Mon – Fri: 4:30 pm – 10 pm, Sat & Sun: 12 pm – 10 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. THE AHWAHNEE shuttle stop 3 Mountaineering School (Curry Village) 8:30 am – 12 pm, 1 pm – 4:30 pm. Guided hiking & rock climbing experiences. Shuttle stops 14 & 19. Yosemite Village Garage 8 am – 12 pm, 1 pm – 5 pm Propane available during regular operating hours. 24-hour roadside assistance: call 209/372-1060. No gas available in Yosemite Valley. Wawona Visitor Center at Hill’s Studio 9 am – 5 pm Village Store 8 am – 10 pm Gift Shop 8 am – 9 pm Hours subject to change, depending on conditions. INFORMATION & EXHIBITS Yosemite Museum Store 10 am – 5 pm, may close for lunch Curry Village Pool closed for renovation. Yosemite Village Post Office Mon – Fri : 8:30 am – 5 pm, Sat: 10 am – 12 pm. Shuttle stops 1/2/4/5. WAWONA & MARIPOSA GROVE Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore at Exploration Center 9 am – 5 pm Ahwahnee Dining Room Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am, Lunch: 11:30 am – 3 pm, Dinner: 5:30 pm – 9 pm. Fine dining. Appropriate attire respectfully required for dinner. Dinner reservations strongly recommended: 209/372-1489 or OpenTable.com. National Park Service and Yosemite Hospitality are working together to reduce improper disposal of singleuse propane canisters and send less waste to our local landfill. This project was made possible in part by a grant from the National Park Foundation through the generous support of Subaru of America. CAMPING & LODGING CAMPING A reservation is required for all campgrounds between April and October. Visit go.nps.gov/campground for reservation booking windows and other campground details. Check for availability and book a reservation at Recreation.gov, or by calling 877/444-6777. Sleeping inside a vehicle is only allowed at a registered campsite. Sleeping overnight in a parking lot or on the side of the road is NOT permitted. For information about backpacking and wilderness permits, turn to page 10. LODGING Lodging inside the park is operated by Yosemite Hospitality. Reservations may be made up to one year in advance and are strongly recommended. Book a stay online at www.TravelYosemite.com or by calling 888/413-8869. For general information about staying overnight in Yosemite or nearby communities, scan the QR code or visit go.nps.gov/sleeping Yosemite Guide May 8 – June 11, 2024 5 Shuttles in Yosemite Valley Shuttle Stops in Yosemite Valley CONSTRUCTION WILL DISRUPT SHUTTLE SERVICE THIS SPRING. Turn to page 4 for information about visitor services, including shopping and dining. Turn to page 10 for information about hiking in Yosemite. Expect temporary closures at Stop 14 (Curry Village), 15 (Upper Pines), 16 (Happy Isles), 17 (Mirror Lake), 18 (Lower Pines), and 19 (Curry Village.) During the closure, pickup and dropoff will be available at Curry Village registration parking, near the Curry Village front office. Use this stop for all east Valley destinations. Construction is expected to last about two weeks in May (exact closure dates to be determined.) Yosemite Village 2 Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) 7 8 ey 9 El Capitan Meadow op Trai l 10 Temporary pickup Fo ur and dropoff at Curry Village registration. ay ew on 8 6 5 4 3 Valleywide Shuttle (one way) 10 18 Curry Village 11 3 17 2 1 16 19 14 4 M ist 17 15 16 Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Trailhead. All Shuttles Lodging (seasonal), laundry (seasonal), exhibits & programs (seasonal). Degnan’s Kitchen STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE Yosemite Exploration Center & Museum When closed, use temporary pickup and dropoff location at Curry Village registration parking, near the Curry Village front office. 15 Yosemite Valley Welcome Center, Village Store, Yosemite Exploration Center & Bookstore, Theater, Wilderness Center, Yosemite Museum, The Ansel Adams Gallery, post office, & fast casual dining. Services ALL stops. Runs approximately every 22 to 32 minutes with a total round-trip time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. East Valley Shuttle Lower Yosemite Fall 8 All Shuttles Trailhead. El Capitan Picnic Area Picnic area. 18 Lower Pines Campground All Shuttles STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE El Capitan Meadow Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Scenic area. Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Mirror Lake STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE Parking, lodging, casual & upscale casual dining, gift shop, Camp 4, trailheads. 9 6 17 Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Runs approximately every 18 to 22 minutes with a total round-trip time of 50 minutes. For bus schedules and tickets, visit www.YARTS.com or call 877/989-2787. All Shuttles STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE Yosemite Valley Lodge & Yosemite Falls Parking Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Buses are air-conditioned, bike friendly, wheelchair accessible, and equipped for rider comfort. Save gas, save time, save money, by taking YARTS! Happy Isles Trailhead (Mist Trail, John Muir Trail, Half Dome), Art & Nature Center. Services SELECT stops. The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) is a public transit system that provides service into Yosemite National Park. All Shuttles Upper Pines, Lower Pines, North Pines campgrounds. 16 Trailheads, picnic area. Valleywide Shuttle Upper Pines Campground STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY 7 Curry Village (eastbound) Parking, lodging, casual dining, gift & grocery, recreation rentals (seasonal), amphitheater. Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY The FREE Yosemite Valley shuttles operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily and service stops in numerical order. Housekeeping Camp & Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center 12 All Shuttles Tra il 6 Four Mile Trailhead 14 The Ahwahnee Yosemite Welcome Center, Village Store, Yosemite Exploration Center & Bookstore, Theater, Wilderness Center, Yosemite Museum, The Ansel Adams Gallery, post office, & fast casual dining. 5 18 11 Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Happy Isles East Valley Shuttle (one way) 12 Village Store & Welcome Center Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY Lodging, casual & fine dining. 19 Stops 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 & 19 subject to temporary closure. Shuttles turn around at Curry Village. 7 9 12 14 15 Cathedral Beach Valley Loop Trail Pines Campgrounds Mirror Lake Trailhead D ll Va Lo Valley L oop Tra il il Tra ile M Sou ths ide on ew El Capitan Picnic Area Housekeeping Camp Picnic area. Parking, Yosemite Welcome Center, Village Store, Yosemite Exploration Center & Bookstore, Theater, Wilderness Center, Yosemite Museum, The Ansel Adams Gallery, post office, & fast casual dining. 11 Four Mile r ay Parking Area Trail Loop lley Va Parking, Yosemite Welcome Center, Village Store, Yosemite Exploration Center & Bookstore, Theater, Wilderness Center, Yosemite Museum, The Ansel Adams Gallery, post office, & fast casual dining. 3 a Cathedral Beach Valleywide Shuttle (Green Route) ONLY 2 y Loop Trail r eD rth si d erced River M No ew 10 All Shuttles All Shuttles 1 on North Yosemite Village Parking The Ahwahnee y Park Road Bike & Pedestrian Path Trail Yosemite Valley Welcome Center Val le Yosemite Valley Lodge & Camp 4 East Valley Shuttle (Purple Route) 4 5 6 il Tra Yos em ite Va lle yL o Lower Yosemite Fall op Yosemite Valley Shuttle System il Tra lls Fa 1 Lower Pines, North Pines, Upper Pines campgrounds. 19 Curry Village (westbound) All Shuttles Parking, lodging, casual dining, gift & grocery, recreation rentals (seasonal), amphitheater. STOP SUBJECT TO TEMPORARY CLOSURE When closed, use temporary pickup and dropoff location at Curry Village registration parking, near the Curry Village front office. Yosemite Guide May 8 – June 11, 2024 7 Events & Programs Visit go.nps.gov/YosemiteCalendar or the NPS app to view the web events calendar. Program offerings are subject to change. Programs in Yosemite Valley Start Time End Time Programs in Wawona Hosted Fee? Reservations? by Program Days Offered Walks, Talks, & Tours 7:30 am 9:30 am Birding in Yosemite Valley Experience the birdlife in Yosemite Valley with a local birding enthusiast. Listen, observe, and learn detailed information about the birds you come across. Yosemite Conservancy 8:30 am 9:30 am Ranger Walk Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. 9 am 11 am 12:30 pm Required; visit Yosemite.org/adventures W National Park Service No; drop-in only M & Tu starting May 13 Climber Coffee Join climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue, and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Meet at Camp 4 near the registration kiosk. National Park Service No; drop-in only S 4:30 pm Ask-a-Climber Drop in to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite’s big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan bridge (near shuttle stop 9.) National Park Service No; drop-in only Daily 2 pm 3 pm Discovery Walk Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum. National Park Service No; drop-in only Tu & W except 5/8 & 6/5 2 pm 3 pm Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger. No bear sightings are expected. Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum (Yosemite Village.) National Park Service No; drop-in only W, F, Sa starting May 17 Curry Village Historic Tour Explore the exciting history of the Curry Village Historic District on this hour-long guided tour. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater. Shuttle stops 14 & 19. Yosemite Hospitality No; drop-in only Ask a Yosemite Naturalist A drop-in live Q&A with a naturalist at the Yosemite Exploration Center (former visitor center) in Yosemite Village. YC, YH, NPS No; drop-in only. Yosemite Conservancy Required; visit Yosemite.org/adventures Su, M, T, W, F, Sa No; drop-in only Th, F, Sa 3 pm 3 pm 4 pm 4 pm Sunset Walk Experience the magic of Yosemite while the setting sun lights up your favorite granite features. Learn about the natural and cultural history of the park. $ $ 8 pm 8:30 pm Evening Programs Yosemite Naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater. Yosemite Hospitality 8:30 pm 10 pm Yosemite After Dark Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for a nature walk at night! Yosemite Hospitality $ Required; tickets/info at TravelYosemite.com Nightly 9 pm 11 pm Explore Yosemite’s Night Sky Minimal light pollution makes Yosemite Valley a perfect place for stargazing! Learn about stars, planets, constellations, night sky lore, and more. Yosemite Conservancy $ Required; visit Yosemite.org/adventures Su, M, T, W, F, Sa Programs for Families No; drop-in only Daily Required; visit Yosemite.org/adventures W Yosemite Conservancy No; drop-in only. Limited space. M, Tu, W, Th starting May 28 Family Ranger Talk Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. National Park Service No; drop-in only Daily 2 pm Kids’ Art Class Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center for art classes geared toward ages 4 - 11. Yosemite Conservancy No; drop-in only. Limited space. M, Tu, W, Th starting May 28 2 pm 4 pm Junior Ranger Discovery Table Drop in anytime to get started or finish earning a Jr. Ranger badge. Located in front of Yosemite Valley Exploration Center, near shuttle stop 5. National Park Service No; drop-in only Daily starting May 17 2:30 pm 2:45 pm Family Ranger Talk Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. National Park Service No; drop-in only Daily 10 am 11 am 10:30 am 1