Yosemite Guide

Yosemite National Park Yosemite Essentials 1 Park Map 2 Services 4 Shuttles 6 Events & Programs 8 Trails 10 November 27, 2024 – January 28, 2025 il Upper Yosemite Fall seasonal Yosemite Valley Welcome Center Lower Yosemite Fall seasonal Columbia Rock 5 4 2 6 7 Yosemite Valley Lodge North Dome oo North Pines 15 Upper Pines p a M Half Dome Turn to pages 10 & 11 for trail information. il Vernal Fall Vernal Fall Footbridge Mist Tra il il uir John M Trail Clark Point Nevada Fall Creek nel nti e S oram a Trail Illilouette Fall Park Road Roads with Restricted Access Bike & Pedestrian Path (paved) in o. r P rox cie app GlaClosed Trail North Trail (closed in winter) Parking Area 1 Shuttle Stop Turn to pages 6 & 7 for more information Tr ai l Taft Point eek Cr Mirror Lake dry in summer & fall 8836 ft 2693 m Permit required when cables are up. East Yosemite Valley u ir T r a il M ist Tr a Sentinel Dome Pan I l li N t o v. R o t a o Ma d y to Half Dome & Little Yosemite Valley 16 Trailhead Parking Jo h n M Glacier Point iver dR ce r e Swinging Bridge 11 No vehicle access past this point (without campground reservation, wilderness permit, or disability placard.) Union Point Four Mile Tra Sentinel Falls seasonal l 17 18 19 14 M r ai pT Loo Happy Isles Art & Nature Center 7214 ft 2199 m c er reek te C lou et y Valle or irr M Church Bowl Picnic Area The Ahwahnee 3 Valle y L Lower Pines Housekeeping 12 Camp Curry Village Sentinel Beach ed Riv er l Tra i Eagle Peak 1 Camp 4 to El Capitan, Valley exits No rth s i d eD r. Dr . So u ths ide Ten ay Tra il La ke semite Falls T Yo ra Yosemite Guide o 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: • • • Assistive Listening Devices are available upon advance request at information centers. • • Accessible parking spaces are available throughout the park. • • • • • Park Partners Keep in Touch • 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 kF lat Ro ad 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 2 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. Yosemite Guide November 27, 2024 – January 28, 2025 3 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. 4 Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Yosemite Guide November 27, 2024 – January 28, 2025 5 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 7 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