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Yosemite GuideNovember 27, 2024 - January 28, 2025 |
The December 2024/January 2025 Yosemite Guide with information about trip planning, activities, scheduled events, and hours of operations for different facilities and services at Yosemite National Park (NP) in California. Published by the National Park Service (NPS).
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite
Essentials
1
Park
Map
2
Services
4
Shuttles
6
Events &
Programs
8
Trails
10
November 27, 2024 – January 28, 2025
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Upper Yosemite
Fall seasonal
Yosemite Valley
Welcome Center
Lower Yosemite
Fall seasonal
Columbia
Rock
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7
Yosemite
Valley
Lodge
North
Dome
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Pines
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Half Dome
Turn to pages 10 & 11 for trail information.
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Parking Area
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Shuttle Stop
Turn to pages 6 & 7 for more information
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dry in summer & fall
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2693 m
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No vehicle access past this point
(without campground reservation,
wilderness permit, or
disability placard.)
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Yosemite Essentials
Winter in Yosemite
At least 21 bears were hit
by vehicles in Yosemite in 2024.
Opportunities for hiking are limited.
Trails may be hazardously icy, covered in snow, or inaccessible during
seasonal road closures. Ask a ranger about current trail conditions and
closures before you go. Turn to pages 10 & 11 for more.
Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road are closed
to vehicles from approximately November through May or June. The Tioga
Pass Entrance is closed in winter, and there is no vehicle access to or from
the east side of 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.
Tire chains may be required on park roads.
Call 209/372-0220 (press 1, then 1) to hear current information about
road closures and tire chain restrictions.
Winter visitors should carry tire chains or cables and know how to
use them.Chain restrictions can go into effect at any time. All vehicles
are required by law to carry chains when restrictions are in effect (NO
exceptions.) For more information, visit go.nps.gov/chains
To avoid winter driving in Yosemite, travel to the park by YARTS bus and
use free valley shuttles during your visit. Turn to pages 6 & 7 for more.
Day-Use Reservation Required on Some Weekends in February.
In order to manage the Horsetail Fall event, a reservation will be required
for entry to Yosemite on: Feb. 8–9, Feb. 15–17, & Feb. 22–23, 2025. Find
more information at go.nps.gov/reserve.
Emergency Services
In an Emergency:
Call or Text 911
Non-emergency dispatch line
209/379-1992
Medical Clinic (Yosemite Valley)
209/372-4637
Open Mon to Fri, 9 am – 5 pm.
Urgent care walk-ins with out-ofpocket fees: 1 pm – 3:30 pm.
Roadside Assistance
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.
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.
Accessibility
Park Regulations
For a complete list of
accessible services, exhibits,
and recreational opportunities,
download a Yosemite
Accessibility Guide at
go.nps.gov/AccessYosemite
The National Park Service
is dedicated to protecting
Yosemite for the benefit
and enjoyment of future
generations. Regulations are in
place to protect both visitors and
park resources.
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.
Prohibited activities include:
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Assistive Listening Devices
are available upon advance
request at information centers.
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Accessible parking spaces
are available throughout
the park.
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Park
Partners
Keep in Touch
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www.nps.gov/yose
@YosemiteNPS
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
@YosemiteNPS
It is illegal to approach
or feed any wild animal.
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
Bears are active in winter, and
proper food storage is required
year-round.
Avoid accidentally sharing your food
by properly storing it or keeping it
within arm’s reach.
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.
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.
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.
Enjoy your visit!
Park Map
Places to Explore
Things to Do
YOSEMITE VALLEY
Lake Eleanor
To
HETCH
HETCHY
O’Shaughnessy
& Lee Vining
Dam
Hetch Hetchy
Backpackers
Campground
Hetch Hetchy
Road
Tuolumne River
Hetch Hetchy
Entrance
White
Wolf
Closed approx.
Nov. to May/June
NO overnight parking
starting Oct. 15
Yosemite
Creek
CRANE Tuolumne
FLAT Grove
seasonal
seasonal
Merced
Grove
Crane Flat
closed in 2024
Big
Oa
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Ro
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El Portal
Upper Pines
Lower Pines
North Pines
Yosemite Valley
Welcome Center
YOSEMITE
VALLEY
30 mi (48 km) or 1 hour from Yosemite Valley. 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
Tunnel View
Arch Rock
Entrance
To
Mariposa
& Merced
Camp 4
Tamarack Flat
The Mariposa Grove is home to over 500 mature giant sequoias. Shuttle
service from the parking area to the grove operates until Nov. 30, if
conditions allow. When shuttles are not running, hike 2 miles each way
(with 500 ft of elevation gain) to reach the grove. Skis or snowshoes may
be needed to access parts of the grove. Stop in Wawona for more trails,
limited visitor services, and the Yosemite History Center (open daily.)
Tuolumne Meadows
Visitor Center
GLACIER POINT & BADGER PASS SKI AREA
Glacier Point Road
El Portal
Road
Bridalveil
Creek
Yosemite
West
Glacier Point Road is closed from approximately November to May.
When Badger Pass is open, the road is open to vehicles ONLY to the ski
area. Glacier Point can only be accessed by ski or snowshoe.
Closed approx.
Nov. to May
NO overnight parking
starting Oct. 15
* Indicates campground
open in winter. Most
campgrounds are NOT open
year-round. Reservation
required for Upper Pines
Campground. Turn to page 5
for more information.
Wawona Road
WAWONA
Yosemite History Center
Wawona
Visitor Center
Wawona Campground
seasonal
North
MARIPOSA GROVE
OF GIANT SEQUOIAS
South
Entrance
0
Gas Station
5 miles
Roads on map are simplified
and do not reflect degree of
windiness.
To
Oakhurst
& Fresno
There are only two gas stations inside
the park and NO GAS in Yosemite Valley.
5km
Entrance Station
Campground
15 mi (24 km) or 40 min from Yosemite Valley. From Yosemite Valley,
drive south on Wawona Road (continuation of Hwy 41) for 9 miles. Turn left
onto Glacier Point Road, then continue 5 miles to Badger Pass Ski Area.
CRANE FLAT
Start your visit here! Get help planning your trip, ask about closures and
trail conditions, and pick up junior ranger booklets and trail maps.
To check for current road closures or tire chain
restrictions, call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1.)
Yosemite Valley Welcome Center
9 am to 5 pm daily
Get the Official NPS App
Big Oak Flat Information Station
This free app covers 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”.
Closed for the Season
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Experience Your America Yosemite National Park
information.
Snowshoe or Crosscountry Ski Rent equipment at
Gear rentals and lessons are available.
Turn to page 9 for more information.
Badger Pass Ski Area. Turn to page 9
for more information.
Play in the Snow at
Crane Flat Bring your own
sledding gear, throw a snowball, and
build a snowman. Turn to page 9 for
more information.
Become a Junior Ranger
Pick up a free Junior Ranger Handbook
at the welcome center in Yosemite
Valley. Complete the activities while
you explore the park, then return your
book to receive a badge!
HETCH HETCHY
Closed for the Season
Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center
Turn to page 8 for a weekly schedule
of programs.
16 mi (26 km) or 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Yosemite
Valley, take Big Oak Flat Road to its intersection with Tioga Road at Crane
Flat. Turn right for Tuolumne Grove parking, or continue on Big Oak Flat
Road for 3.5 miles to Merced Grove parking.
For planned or long-term closures to park roads,
trails, and facilities, scan the QR code or visit
go.nps.gov/conditions.
Wawona Visitor Center at Hill’s Studio
Closed for the Season
Join a Ranger or
Yosemite Naturalist for a
Talk or Guided Walk
Ski, snowboard, or go
tubing at Badger Pass
Tioga Road is closed from approximately November to May or June.
There is no access to or from the east side of the park. Yosemite’s high
country is accessible only by ski or snowshoe.
Look up Current Conditions
Add an Indoor Activity
To take a break from the cold, stop by
the Yosemite Museum, Yosemite
Exploration Center & Theater, and the
Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite
Village. Explore the historic Ahwahnee
Hotel (turn to page 8 for tour
information.) Stop by Degnan’s Kitchen
or the Mountain Room Lounge for
snacks and drinks by a warm fire
(hours on page 4.)
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 or 1.5 miles down to the Merced Grove. Parking at each trailhead is
extremely limited. Skis or snowshoes may be needed to access the groves in
winter.
TIOGA ROAD & TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
Information Centers
In Yosemite Valley, enjoy a relaxed stroll
around Cook’s Meadow for views of
Half Dome, Sentinel Rock, the Merced
River, and maybe even winter wildlife!
Cross the road to add a loop around
Lower Yosemite Fall.
Ice Skate at Curry
Village Turn to page 9 for more
Information Center
Where to Find More Information
Explore by Car
If driving through Yosemite Valley, stop
at scenic viewpoints like Tunnel View,
Valley View, and El Capitan Meadow.
Take a Winter Walk
WAWONA & THE MARIPOSA GROVE
Tuolumne Meadows
campground closed in 2024
Tenaya Lake
Hodgdon
Meadow
Big Oak Flat
Entrance
Big Oak Flat
Information
Station
Porcupine
Flat
closed in 2024
Start your visit at the new welcome center in Yosemite Village for park
information, then stop by the Yosemite Exploration Center and the
Yosemite Museum for exhibits and cultural demonstrations (turn to page
4 for hours.) Enjoy a peaceful stroll through Cook’s Meadow and to Lower
Yosemite Fall, which grows throughout winter and peaks in the spring.
Closed approx.
Nov. to May/June
Tioga Road
Evergreen Road
To
Groveland
& Manteca
Tioga Pass
Entrance
TUOLUMNE
MEADOWS
(Wilderness Permit Required)
The first stop for many park visitors, Yosemite Valley is known for its
waterfalls, towering granite walls, and iconic features like El Capitan and
Half Dome. The Valley remains open and easily accessible in winter, but
walkways and hiking trails may still be snowy and icy.
Winter in Yosemite is a unique
experience. Although many popular
summer activities are not possible this
time of year, there are so many ways to
enjoy a snowy and peaceful park!
Walk across the O’Shaughnessy Dam, hike along the reservoir, or access
Yosemite’s wilderness.
38 mi (61 km) or 1½ hours from Yosemite Valley. From Yosemite Valley,
take Big Oak Flat Road (continuation of Hwy 120 W) for 17 miles. Just
outside the Big Oak Flat Entrance, turn right on Evergreen Road. Continue
for 16 miles. Hetch Hetchy Rd 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 Rd.
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Services
Seasonal operating dates and hours are subject to change.
YOSEMITE VALLEY
indicates the nearest shuttle stop(s).
Turn to page 6 for a map of the Yosemite Valley shuttle system.
1
Yosemite Valley Welcome Center 1
2
4
Yosemite Exploration Center & Theater 2
Yosemite Museum 2
4
9 am – 5 pm
4
5
9 am – 5 pm
10 am – 4 pm
5
ehicles only
authorized v
INFORMATION & EXHIBITS
YOSEMITE VILLAGE SERVICES
Yosemite Exploration Center
& Theater, Bookstore
Yosemite
Museum
The Ansel Adams Gallery
Happy Isles Art & Nature Center closed for the season
authori
zed v
ehic
les
on
ly
Village Store
Village Grill
GIFTS, GEAR, & GROCERIES
YOSEMITE VILLAGE 1
2
4
5
The Ansel Adams Gallery 10 am – 4 pm. Art, books, & gifts.
Northside Drive (one w
ay)
Garage
to Shuttle Stops 14 & 19
Front
Office
Meadow
Grill
Gift &
Grocery
YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE 7
CURRY VILLAGE 14 19
Campground
Reservation Office
northeast corner
of parking area
Bike Rentals
Pizza
Deck
Yosemite Mountain Shop 8:30 am – 6:30 pm. Hiking/climbing gear & apparel.
entrance
Grocery closed for the season
Amphitheater
FOOD & BEVERAGE
YOSEMITE VILLAGE 1
2
4
5
Degnan’s Kitchen
Breakfast: 7 am – 11 am; Lunch: 11:30 am – 6 pm
Peet’s Coffee, deli sandwiches, & grab-and-go items. Indoor & outdoor seating.
Village Grill closed for the season
THE AHWAHNEE 3
Coffee Bar 6:30 am – 10:30 am
The Ahwahnee Bar 11:30 am – 9 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Ahwahnee Dining Room
Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 9 pm.
Fine dining. Appropriate attire respectfully required for dinner. Dinner reservations
strongly recommended: 209/372-1489 or OpenTable.com.
YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE 7
Base Camp Eatery Breakfast: 7 am – 10:45 am; Lunch/Dinner: 11 am – 8 pm.
Fast casual burgers, chicken, & more. Indoor & outdoor seating.
Starbucks Coffee 7 am – 5 pm
Mountain Room Lounge Mon to Fri: 5 pm – 10 pm; Sat & Sun: 12 pm – 10 pm;
New Year’s Eve: 12 pm – 1 am. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Mountain Room Restaurant 5 pm – 9 pm
Upscale casual steakhouse. Reservations recommended: OpenTable.com.
CURRY VILLAGE 14 19
Seven Tents Pavilion (closed Dec 1–13, Jan 2–3.) Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am;
Dinner: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Casual dining with rotating menu of hearty meals.
Indoor seating.
Bar 1899,
Seven Tents
Pavilion,
Coffee
Corner
Pizza Deck closed for the season
Taqueria @ Meadow Grill closed for the season
Jennie’s Ice Cream closed for the season
Tennis Courts closed for the season
Stable closed for the season
Wawona Post Office Mon – Fri: 9 am – 1 pm, Sat: 9 am – 12 pm, Sun: closed
Wawona Service Station staffed 9 am – 6 pm. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump.
Propane available during staffed hours only.
TOURS & ACTIVITIES
Book tours & activities anytime at TravelYosemite.com.
Lift Tickets 8:30 am – 4 pm
Ski School Desk 8:30 am – 4 pm
How it works:
Snow Tubing 11 am – 1 pm; 2 pm – 4 pm
1. Purchase a canister.
Equipment Rental 8:30 am – 4 pm
2. Use up the fuel.
SHUTTLE SERVICE
Yosemite Valley Lodge Pool closed for the season
Starts Dec 13, if snow conditions allow. Shuttles are free, but seats are limited.
Village Store Tour & Activity Kiosk closed for the season
Yosemite Valley to Badger Pass
Curry Village: 8:05 am & 10:35 am
Yosemite Village (bus terminal next to the garage): 8:10 am & 10:40 am
The Ahwahnee: 8:15 am & 10:45 am
Yosemite Valley Lodge 8:30 am & 11 am
Curry Village Pool closed for renovation
Curry Village Ice Rink 8:30 am – 11 am (weekends & holidays only);
12 pm – 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm – 6 pm; 7 pm – 9:30 pm
Yosemite Valley Lodge Bike Stand closed for the season
Curry Village Bike Stand closed for the season
Village Store Bike Stand closed for the season
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Yosemite Community Church (The Chapel) Pastor Brent Moore
Call 209/372-4831 or visit YosemiteValleyChapel.org for information.
Weekly Sunday services: 9:15 am
Thanksgiving service (Nov 28): 10 am
Christmas Eve service (Dec 24): 4 pm
OTHER SERVICES
Laundry (Housekeeping Camp) closed for the season
Yosemite Village Post Office 2
Sat: 10 am – 12 pm, Sun: closed
4
5
Mon – Fri : 8:30 am – 5 pm,
Yosemite Village Garage 1 2 4 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.
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
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.
Opens Dec 13, if snow conditions allow.
Skiers Grill 8 am – 4 pm
Snowflake Room 12 pm – 4 pm (Fri, Sat, Sun & Holidays only)
Sport Shop 9 am – 4 pm
CRANE FLAT
LIMITED SERVICES
Big Oak Flat Information Station closed for the season
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Big Oak Flat Information Station)
closed for the season
Crane Flat Gas & Grocery Store closed for the season. Gas available year-round,
24-hour pay-at-the-pump.
EL PORTAL
In alliance with the Zero
Landfill Initiative, Yosemite
Conservancy, the 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.
Rehabilitation of The Ahwahnee
OTHER SERVICES
Showers (Curry Village) 14 19 24 hrs
3. Bring the canister back to any store that
participates in the Little Kamper propane
exchange program
4. Trade in your empty canister for a full
one at a lower price.
Badger Pass to Yosemite Valley departures at 2 pm & 4 pm
Mountaineering School (Curry Village) closed for the season
BIKE RENTALS
For general information about staying overnight
in Yosemite or nearby communities, scan the QR
code or visit go.nps.gov/sleeping
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.
SKIING & TUBING
Yosemite Valley Lodge Tour & Activity Desk 7 7:30 am – 3 pm
Curry Village Tour & Activity Kiosk closed for the season
For information about backpacking and wilderness permits, turn to page 10.
Zero Landfill Initiative: Propane Canisters
BADGER PASS SKI AREA
Lift Operation 9 am – 4 pm
Pool &
Showers
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.
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.
Opens Dec 13, if snow conditions allow. Turn to page 9 for more information.
Peet’s Coffee Corner 6:30 am – 11 am (closed Dec 1–13, Jan 2–3.)
Bar 1899 Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Until Nov 30: 4 pm – 9 pm
Dec 1–13: closed
Dec 14–31: 12 pm – 9 pm
Jan 1–2: closed
Starting Jan 3: 4 pm – 9 pm.
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Wawona) closed for the season
North
Curry Village Gift & Grocery 8 am – 8 pm
HOUSEKEEPING CAMP 12
Wawona Store & Pioneer Gift Shop 8 am – 8 pm (closes 7 pm starting Dec 2)
Golf Shop & Snack Stand closed for the season
Mountain
Shop &
Mountaineering
School
Sweet Shop 7 am – 10 pm
Gift Shop 8 am – 8 pm. Gifts & snacks.
All open campgrounds will be reservation-only February 8 – 23,
during the Horsetail Fall event.
Golf Course closed for the season
CURRY VILLAGE SERVICES
Village Store 8 am – 8 pm. Large selection of groceries & gifts.
Gift Shop 9 am – 7 pm
• Upper Pines Campground (by reservation only)
• Camp 4 (first-come, first-served in winter)
• Wawona (first-come, first-served in winter)
• Hodgdon Meadow (first-come, first-served in winter)
FOOD & BEVERAGE
OTHER SERVICES
Bike
Rentals
to Shuttle Stop 1
Yosemite Museum Store 10 am – 4 pm, may close for lunch.
THE AHWAHNEE 3
Campgrounds open year-round:
Yosemite Conservancy Depot (Mariposa Grove) 9 am – 5 pm (closes Dec 15)
Yosemite Conservancy Store (Welcome Center) 9 am – 5 pm
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Exploration Center) 9 am – 5 pm
Wawona Visitor Center at Hill’s Studio closed for the season. Temporary visitor
information station in Wawona on Chilnualna Falls Rd, 500 ft from Wawona Rd
intersection. Open until Jan 11, 9 am – 4 pm (closed Tu/W & 12 pm – 1 pm.)
North
2
Welcome
Center
CAMPING Most campgrounds do not remain open year-round.
Visit go.nps.gov/campground for more information about camping in
Yosemite. To make a campground reservation, visit Recreation.gov, or call
877/444-6777.
Wawona Hotel Dining Room Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am (until Dec 1)
Lunch: 11:30 am – 2 pm (until Nov 30)
Dinner: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm (until Nov 30)
Lounge Service: 5 pm – 9:30 pm (until Nov 30)
to
The Ahwahnee
4
to
Lower Yosemite Fall
Yosemite Valley Lodge
INFORMATION & EXHIBITS
Medical
Clinic
Degnan’s
Kitchen
5
CAMPING & LODGING
Yosemite History Center Open daily
Wilderness Center
Post Office
Wilderness Center closed for the season
Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center closed for the season
North
WAWONA & MARIPOSA GROVE
Due to these historic
projects, Ahwahnee parking
lot space has been reduced.
Parking is valet only with a
$30 nightly charge, $15 dayuse ($10 with validation.)
This change will only be
during this historic project
and will return to normal
upon completion.
LIMITED SERVICES
El Portal Market 9 am – 7 pm
El Portal Service Station staffed 8 am – 5 pm. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump.
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Shuttles
Yosemite Valley Shuttle System
Camp 4,
Yosemite Valley Lodge,
Yosemite Falls Parking
El Capitan
Picnic Area
Exploration Degnan’s
Center
Kitchen
Lower
4
5
Yosemite
Fall
Cathedral
Beach
10
19
12
Housekeeping Camp
Four Mile
Trailhead
Upper Pines Campground
16
serves ALL stops in Yosemite Valley
Tuolumne Meadows Hikers Bus
d River
rce
e
M
departs 1x daily
summer only
$ TravelYosemite.com
Groveland
Tioga Rd
120
to
Merced
North
Happy Isles
Valleywide Shuttle
departs 2–3x daily
summer only
$ YARTS.com
17 Mirror Lake
15
120
Yosemite Valley
to Sonora
Lower Pines Campground
14
Curry Village – eastbound
YARTS
Curry Village – westbound
18
Tuolumne
Meadows
Sonora
2 Welcome Center
1 Yosemite Village Parking
7
11
El Capitan
Meadow
49
3
6
8
9
The
Ahwahnee
Buck
Meadows
Yosemite
Valley
140
YARTS
Mariposa
YARTS
Yosemite Valley
to Mammoth Lakes
departs 2x daily
summer only
$ YARTS.com
Lee Vining
Mammoth Lakes
Big Oak Flat Rd
El Portal
Yosemite Valley
to Merced
Valley Shuttles
frequent daily service
year-round
395
Glacier Point
multiple departures daily
year-round
$ YARTS.com
Glacier Point Tour Bus
YARTS
Yosemite Valley
to Fresno
East Valley Shuttle
Wawona Rd
Shuttles operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily.
departs 2x daily
summer only
$ YARTS.com
serves east Valley destinations ONLY
departs 2x daily
summer only
$ TravelYosemite.com
Wawona
The FREE Yosemite Valley shuttles operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily.
Mariposa Grove Shuttle
49
frequent daily service
spring through fall only
Valleywide Shuttle (green)
Serves ALL stops. Runs approx. every 22 – 32 min. Round-trip time of 1.5 hours.
Fish Camp
Public
Transportation
East Valley Shuttle (purple)
Serves east Valley destinations ONLY. Runs approx. every 18 – 22 min.
Round-trip time of 50 min.
Pets are NOT allowed on shuttles.
41
to
Fresno
in Yosemite National Park
Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go. A service dog is trained to perform a specific task to assist a
person with a disability. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are subject to all pet regulations.
Yosemite Valley Shuttle Stops
STOP SHUTTLES
1
2
3
4
DESTINATION
Yosemite Village Parking
ALL Shuttles.
Welcome Center
ALL Shuttles.
The Ahwahnee
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Degnan’s Kitchen
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
AT THIS STOP
Parking, welcome
center, Village
Store.
Welcome center,
Village Store,
Exploration Center,
museum, post
office, shopping,
dining.
Lodging, fine
dining.
Welcome center,
Village Store,
Exploration Center,
museum, post
office, shopping,
dining.
Exploration Center,
museum, post
office, gallery,
wilderness center
5
Exploration Center
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
6
Lower Yosemite Fall
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Trailheads, picnic
area.
7
Camp 4,
Yosemite Valley Lodge,
Yosemite Falls Parking
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Parking, lodging,
camping, trailheads,
casual dining.
El Capitan Picnic Area
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Picnic area.
8
6
Experience Your America Yosemite National Park
North
Oakhurst
Mariposa Grove Shuttle
DESTINATION
AT THIS STOP
9
El Capitan Meadow
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Free shuttle service from the grove’s Welcome Plaza & Parking to the
Arrival Area & Trailhead. Shuttles pick up every 15 minutes.
Scenic area.
Shuttle Hours (until Nov 30, if conditions allow):
8 am to 3:30 pm (last bus leaves Mariposa Grove at 4:30 pm.)
10
Cathedral Beach
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Picnic area.
When shuttles are not operating, the Mariposa Grove can be accessed
ONLY via a 2-mile hike on the Washburn Trail.
11
Four Mile Trailhead
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Trailhead.
12
Housekeeping Camp &
Yosemite Conservation
Heritage Center
ALL Shuttles.
14
Curry Village—eastbound
ALL Shuttles.
Lodging (seasonal),
laundry (seasonal),
exhibits & programs
(seasonal).
Parking, lodging,
dining, gift &
grocery.
15
Upper Pines Campground
ALL Shuttles.
Pines campgrounds.
16
Happy Isles
ALL Shuttles.
Trailhead, Art &
Nature Center.
17
Mirror Lake
ALL Shuttles.
Trailhead.
18
Lower Pines Campground
ALL Shuttles.
Pines campgrounds.
Curry Village—westbound
ALL Shuttles.
Parking, lodging,
dining, gift &
grocery.
STOP SHUTTLES
19
Tuolumne Meadows Hikers Bus
The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) is a public
transit system that provides service into Yosemite. Enjoy year-round
service from Merced and seasonal service from Sonora, Mammoth
Lakes, and Fresno. Buses are air-conditioned, bike-friendly, wheelchairaccessible, and equipped for rider comfort. Save gas, save time, save
money, by taking YARTS! For bus schedules and tickets, visit
www.YARTS.com or call 877/989-2787.
Service has concluded for the season. Visit TravelYosemite.com for
more information.
Glacier Point Tour Bus
Service has concluded for the season. Visit TravelYosemite.com for
more information.
Parking
Bicycling in Yosemite
Bike paths may be icy or covered in snow. Use extra caution while biking
in winter. Enjoy several miles of scenic bike paths through Yosemite
Valley. Bicycles are also permitted on park roads (cyclists must obey traffic
laws.) Bicycles are NOT allowed on hiking trails. Helmets are required by
law for children under 18. The speed limit on bike paths is 15 mph.
E-bikes with two or three wheels, fully operable pedals, and electric motors less than 750
watts (1 horsepower) are allowed everywhere bicycles are allowed.
In Yosemite Valley, use one of three main parking areas: Curry
Village 14 19 , Yosemite Village 1 , or Yosemite Falls 7 . Parking can
completely fill by late morning on weekends and holidays. Once you find
a parking space, keep it. Walk, bike, or ride a shuttle to trailheads and
other destinations.
Park only in designated parking spaces or in a paved turnout, pulled completely off the
road. Vehicles parked on vegetation or blocking traffic are subject to citation and may be
towed.
Yosemite Guide November 27, 2024 – January 28, 2025
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Events & Programs
Visit go.nps.gov/YosemiteCalendar or the NPS app
to view even more programs on the online calendar.
Program offerings are subject to change.
Experience Yosemite
with Park Partners
YOSEMITE CONSERVANCY
is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Yosemite National Park’s resources and
providing enriching visitor experiences in the park.
Contact Yosemite.org
Locations Turn to page 4 for hours
• Yosemite Exploration Center & Theater (Yosemite Village)
• Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (closed in winter)
• Retail locations throughout the park (some seasonal)
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor Adventures resume in Spring 2025. Check the calendar for guided
hikes and backpacking trips in Yosemite:
Yosemite.org/experience/outdoor-adventures
YOSEMITE VALLEY: PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES
DAY & TIME
2 pm (15 min)
daily
PROGRAM
Family Ranger Talk Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stops 1/2/4.)
HOST
FEE?
REGISTER?
NPS
free
no; drop-in only
HOST
FEE?
REGISTER?
YH
free
no; drop-in only
YOSEMITE VALLEY: WALKS, TALKS, & TOURS
DAY & TIME
PROGRAM
3 pm (1 hr)
daily
Guided Nature Walk Learn about Yosemite’s natural history and ecosystems with a Yosemite Naturalist. Meet at Yosemite Valley Lodge
Amphitheater (shuttle stop 7.)
2 pm (1 hr)
daily
Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.
Meet on the hotel’s back lawn. (Note: Valet parking only, use shuttle stop 3.)
YH
free
no; drop-in only
YOSEMITE VALLEY: ART & PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
DAY & TIME
PROGRAM
HOST
FEE?
REGISTER?
9:30 am (1 hr)
Tu & Th
The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley.
TAAG
free
yes; visit
AnselAdams.com
9:30 am (3 hrs)
W
In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera
you always carry.
TAAG
$
yes; visit
AnselAdams.com
12:30 pm (3 hrs)
Sa
In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera
you always carry.
TAAG
$
yes;visit
AnselAda