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Yosemite GuideJanuary 29, 2025 - March 18, 205 |
The February/March 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
January 29 – March 18, 2025
10
Yosemite Valley
Trails
8
Activities
6
Transportation
4
Visitor
Services
2
Park Map
1
Yosemite
Essentials
Yosemite Guide
21 bears were hit by vehicles
in Yosemite in 2024.
In an Emergency:
Call or Text 911
Non-emergency dispatch line
209/379-1992
Yosemite Valley Medical Clinic
209/372-4637; Open Mon to Fri,
9 am – 5 pm. Urgent care walk-ins:
1 pm – 3:30 pm.
Road Conditions
209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1)
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.
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.
Accessibility
For a complete list of accessible
services, exhibits, and recreational
opportunities, download a
Yosemite Accessibility Guide at
go.nps.gov/AccessYosemite
Search for trails and other things to do, navigate with the park map, view the event
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”.
www.nps.gov/yose
@YosemiteNPS
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.
Prohibited activities include:
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Park Regulations
Emergency Services
@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
Pets are NOT
allowed on 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.
Properly dispose of pet waste. Service
dogs are allowed 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 pet
regulations.
Enjoy your visit!
Yosemite Essentials
Keep Bears Wild
Winter in Yosemite
Store Food Properly
Winter visitors should carry
tire chains or cables and know
how to use them.
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 page 9 for winter-friendly activities & page
10 for hiking in Yosemite Valley.
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.
Call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) to check
for current chain restrictions and road
closures before driving.
Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road
are closed to vehicles
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.
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.
Day-Use Reservation Required
to drive into the park on some weekends in February.
In order to manage the Horsetail Fall event, a reservation is required for entry to
Yosemite on: Feb. 8–9, Feb. 15–17, & Feb. 22–23, 2025. Find more information at
go.nps.gov/reserve.
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.
Special Restrictions in Place February 8 – 23
Horsetail Fall can glow orange when it’s backlit by sunset. This unique lighting effect
happens only on evenings with a clear sky when the waterfall is flowing and when the
sun is at the right angle in mid– to late February. This event attracts many visitors to a
small area, causing traffic congestion, parking issues, safety concerns, and impacts to
natural and cultural resources.
Expect to park far from the viewing area and walk. Wear warm clothing and bring a
headlamp or flashlight. Stay out of closed areas and do not trample vegetation.
Limited parking is available near El Capitan Picnic Area ONLY for visitors with a valid
disability placard.
Horsetail Fall
Lower
Yosemite
Fall
Viewing Area & Restrictions
Yosemite
Valley
Lodge
Yosemite Falls
Parking
Northside Drive
6
Mer
ced
7
12
-w
ay
Camp 4
3
welcome
center
2
e
on
No rt
El Capitan
Picnic Area
hsid
Viewing
Area
North
e D
riv
Swinging
Bridge
Horsetail
Fall
The
Ahwahnee
4
1
1.5 mi (2.4 km)
walk each way
to Viewing Area
Speed Limit: 25 mph
to
park
exits
5
e
Riv r
from Lower Yosemite Fall
to El Capitan Crossover:
No stopping, parking, or
unloading. One lane closed
to vehicles but open to
pedestrians.
Yosemite
Village
8
Yosemite Village
Parking
e
Sentinel
Beach
11
Closed
Area
3 mi (4.8 km)
walk each way
to Viewing Area
El Capitan Crossover & Southside Drive
o n e -w a y
9
El Capitan
Crossover
Cathedral
Beach
10
h
ut
So
rive
e D
s id
from El Capitan Crossover to Swinging Bridge:
No stopping, parking, unloading, or pedestrians on
or adjacent to road.
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.
Park Map
North
Tire chains may be required on park roads.
Call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) to hear current information about
road closures and tire chain restrictions.
YOSEMITE VALLEY
GLACIER POINT &
BADGER PASS
Yosemite Valley is famous 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.
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.
WAWONA &
MARIPOSA GROVE
* Indicates campground open in
winter. Most campgrounds are
NOT open year-round. Turn to
page 5 for more information.
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
AT I O N A L PA
N
E
T
I
M
E
RK
YOS
To
& Lee Vining
Tuo
lum
ne
HETCH
HETCHY
Hetch Hetchy
Road
Riv
er
closed approx. November to May/June
east of Tuolumne Grove to Tioga Pass
TUOLUMNE
MEADOWS
White Wolf
seasonal
Tuolumne Meadows
Evergreen Road
Big Oak Flat
Entrance
Big Oak Flat
Information
Station
seasonal
seasonal
Yosemite Creek
seasonal
Tenaya Lake
Hodgdon Meadow*
Closed approx.
Nov. to May/June
Tuolumne Meadows
Visitor Center
seasonal
CRANE Tuolumne
Grove
FLAT
Merced
Grove
Yosemite Valley Welcome Center
seasonal
Big Oa
k
Crane Flat
YOSEMITE
VALLEY
Camp 4*
year-round
Flat Ro
ad
seasonal
Upper Pines*
Lower Pines
seasonal
Arch Rock
Entrance
Take a Winter Walk
Starting at shuttle stop 6, take a stroll around
Cook’s Meadow for views of Half Dome, Yosemite
Falls, the Merced River, and maybe even winter
wildlife! For a longer walk, add a loop around
Lower Yosemite Fall.
Glacier Point Road
Closed for Winter
El Portal
Road
EL
PORTAL Yosemite
Bridalveil Creek
seasonal
West
closed approx. November to May
open to Badger Pass ONLY
when ski area is open
Badger Pass Ski Area
seasonal
Join a Ranger or Yosemite Naturalist for a Talk
or Guided Walk
Turn to page 8 for a weekly schedule of programs.
Wawona Road
Explore Exhibits & Art in Yosemite Village
Stroll through Yosemite Village and check out the
exploration center, museum, theater, and Ansel
Adams Gallery.
Yosemite History Center
year-round
Wawona*
year-round
WAWONA
Wawona
Visitor Center
seasonal
South
Entrance
MARIPOSA GROVE
OF GIANT SEQUOIAS
There are only two gas stations
inside the park and NO GAS in
Yosemite Valley.
No shuttles or vehicle access in winter
Ice Skate at Curry Village
Turn to page 9 for more information.
Turn to page 11 for information about hiking
in Yosemite Valley.
Gas Station
To
Oakhurst
& Fresno
Campground
TIOGA ROAD &
TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
Information Center
Entrance Station
2
Experience Your America Yosemite National Park
CRANE FLAT
Yosemite Museum open 10 am to 4 pm daily
Exhibits, cultural demonstrations, Indian Village,
gifts
Explore by Car
Stop at scenic viewpoints like Tunnel View, Valley
View, and El Capitan Meadow.
North Pines
GLACIER POINT
Tunnel View
Turn to page 9 for information about skiing,
snowshoeing, and 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.
GETTING HERE
From Yosemite Valley, drive south on the
Wawona Road for 30 mi (48 km), or about
one hour.
INFORMATION & EXHIBITS
Wawona Visitor Center closed
Yosemite History Center open daily
VISITOR SERVICES
Gas available 24 hours. Other services very
limited: turn to page 5.
THINGS TO DO
Visit the Yosemite History Center
Explore buildings, carriages, and an historic
bridge from the early days of tourism in
Yosemite. Outdoor exhibits open daily.
Stroll along the Wawona Meadow Loop
Starting across from the Wawona Hotel, enjoy
a mostly-flat 3.5-mile loop around the scenic
meadow. Trail may be snowy or muddy.
THINGS TO DO
year-round
seasonal
seasonal
Exploration Center open 9 am to 5 pm daily
Exhibits, park film, bookstore
VISITOR SERVICES &
THINGS TO DO
Dining, shopping, & recreation. Turn to page 4 for
hours & locations.
open year-round
Tamarack Flat
Welcome Center open 9 am to 5 pm daily
Maps, information, junior ranger booklets, lost &
found, gifts
From Yosemite Valley, drive south on Wawona
Road for 9 mi (14 km.) Turn left onto Glacier
Point Road, then continue 5 mi (8 km) to
Badger Pass Ski Area. Turn to page 9 for
information about the Badger Pass shuttle.
VISITOR SERVICES
year-round
Snow Play Area
To
Mariposa
& Merced
Tioga Pass
Entrance
seasonal
Porcupine Flat
To
Groveland
& Manteca
INFORMATION & EXHIBITS
Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops
1, 2, 4, or 5.
Tioga Road Closed for Winter
Hetch Hetchy
Entrance
Park at Curry Village (shuttle stops 14 & 19),
Yosemite Village (shuttle stop 1), or Yosemite
Falls (shuttle stop 7.) Use free shuttles to get
around Yosemite Valley: turn to page 6 for shuttle
system map.
GETTING HERE
Explore giant sequoias, meadows, and the
South Fork Merced River near Yosemite’s
South Entrance.
Visit two quiet sequoia groves and a snow
play area near the Big Oak Flat Entrance.
Hike to the Mariposa Grove
There is NO shuttle service or vehicle access to
the grove during the winter. From the parking
area, hike 2 mi (3 km), with 500 ft (150 m)
of elevation gain each way, up the road or
the Washburn Trail to reach the front of the
grove. Skis or snowshoes may be necessary,
depending on conditions.
GETTING HERE
Located 16 mi (26 km), or 30 minutes from
Yosemite Valley, via Big Oak Flat Road.
INFORMATION & EXHIBITS
Big Oak Flat Information Station
closed for the season
VISITOR SERVICES
Gas available 24 hours. Turn to page 5 for
store hours.
THINGS TO DO
Visit Giant Sequoias
Hike 1 mi (1.6 km) down to the Tuolumne
Grove or 1.5 mi (2.4 km) down to the Merced
Grove. Parking at each trailhead is extremely
limited. Skis or snowshoes may be needed to
access the groves in winter.
Snow Play Area
Turn to page 9 for information.
HETCH HETCHY
Walk across the O’Shaughnessy Dam, hike
along the reservoir, or access Yosemite’s
wilderness. Open sunrise to sunset only.
GETTING HERE
Located 38 mi (61 km) or 1.5 hours from
Yosemite Valley. Take Big Oak Flat Road to the
Big Oak Flat Entrance. Just after exiting the
park, turn right on Evergreen Road. Follow
signs to Hetch Hetchy entrance. Vehicles and
trailers over 25 ft long and 8 ft wide are not
permitted on the narrow, winding Hetch
Hetchy Rd.
VISITOR SERVICES
No services available.
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Visitor Services
Seasonal operating dates and hours are subject to change.
Visit TravelYosemite.com for restaurant menus and more.
YOSEMITE VALLEY
WAWONA & MARIPOSA GROVE
Wawona Visitor Center at Hill’s Studio closed for the season
• Yosemite Exploration Center
• theater
• bookstore
Yosemite
Museum
Yosemite Village
bike
rentals
Mountain Room
Lounge
Mountain Room
Restaurant
6
N
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ort
pool
sid
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Coo
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Dr (
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h
garage
Yosemite Valley
Welcome Center
ow
Mead
Se
gift shop
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Wawona Store & Pioneer Gift Shop 8 am – 7 pm
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.
3
GLACIER POINT
• Ahwahnee Dining Room
• The Ahwahnee Bar
• sweet shop
• gift shop
All services closed for the season.
The
Ahwahnee
BADGER PASS SKI AREA
Turn to page 9 for information about winter at Badger Pass.
Yosemite
Village
Parking 1
r
EL PORTAL
El Portal Market 9 am – 7 pm
r (o
ay)
• gift & grocery
• Meadow Grill
• Mountaineering School
• Mountain Shop
ay
ne w
office,
grocery
laundry
ew
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on
thsi
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7
Sou
Curry
Village
eD
Basecamp Eatery
& Starbucks Coffee
Yosemite
Chapel
sid
amphitheater
El Portal Service Station staffed 8 am – 5 pm. 24-hour pay-at-the-pump.
rth
Camp 4
Housekeeping
Camp front
No
front office
& tour desk
)
YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE 7
YOSEMITE VILLAGE 1
2
4
er
M
Yosemite
Conservation
Heritage Center
Not all visitor services are available year-round.
Check information below for hours.
Yosemite
Falls
Parking
12
ced
Rive
r
campground reservation
office
ice rink
EXHIBITS & INFORMATION
Base Camp Eatery Breakfast: 7 am – 10:30 am (opens 6:30 am starting 3/14);
Lunch/Dinner: 11 am – 8 pm (closes 9 pm starting 3/14.)
Fast casual burgers, chicken, & more. Indoor & outdoor seating.
Yosemite Valley Welcome Center 9 am – 5 pm
front office
Yosemite Exploration Center & Theater 9 am – 5 pm
Pizza Deck
Starbucks Coffee 7 am – 3 pm (6:30 am – 6:30 pm starting 3/14)
Yosemite Museum 10 am – 4 pm
Mountain Room Lounge Mon to Fri: 5 pm – 10 pm (opens 4:30 pm starting 3/14);
Sat & Sun: 12 pm – 10 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Wilderness Center closed for the season
Mountain Room Restaurant 5 pm – 9 pm (closes 10 pm starting 3/14)
Upscale casual steakhouse. Reservations recommended: OpenTable.com.
11
GIFTS & GROCERIES
FOOD & BEVERAGE
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.
Curry
19 14 Village
Parking
bike
rentals
• Bar 1899
• Seven Tents Pavilion
• Coffee Corner
• Jennie’s Ice Cream
OTHER SERVICES
amphitheater
GIFTS & GROCERIES
The Ansel Adams Gallery 10 am – 4 pm. Art, books, & gifts.
Tour & Activity Desk 7:30 am – 3 pm (closes 7 pm starting 3/14.)
Pool closed for the season
Bike Rentals closed for the season
THE AHWAHNEE 3
Yosemite Conservancy Store (Welcome Center) 9 am – 5 pm
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Exploration Center) 9 am – 5 pm
Yosemite Museum Store 10 am – 4 pm, may close for lunch
Village Store 8 am – 8 pm (closes 9 pm starting 3/14.)
Wide selection of groceries & gifts.
pool &
showers
FOOD & BEVERAGE hours subject to change; check local listings
Seven Tents Pavilion Open Fri/Sat/Sun. (Open daily 2/14 – 3/2 & starting 3/14.)
Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
Casual dining with rotating menu of hearty meals.
Peet’s Coffee Corner Open Sat & Sun. (Open daily 2/15 – 3/2 & starting 3/15.)
6:30 am – 11 am (closes at 2 pm 2/15 – 3/2.) Coffee & light breakfast.
Bar 1899 Open Fri/Sat. (Open some Sun; check local listings. Open daily from 2/14
– 3/1 & starting 3/14.) 4 pm – 9 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Coffee Bar 7 am – 10 am
Medical Clinic 209/372-4637 (in an emergency, call 911)
Mon to Fri: 9 am – 5 pm; Sat & Sun: closed
Pizza Deck Open Fri/Sat/Sun. Fri: 4 pm – 9 pm; Sat: 12 pm – 9 pm; Sun: 12 pm –
4 pm. (Open daily 2/15 to 3/1: 12 pm – 9 pm.) Pizza whole & by the slice.
The Ahwahnee Bar 11 am – 9 pm (11:30 – 11 pm starting 3/14.)
Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites.
Bike Rentals closed for the season
Taqueria @ Meadow Grill closed for the season
Tour & Activity Kiosk closed for the season
Jennie’s Ice Cream closed for the season
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.
GIFTS, GEAR, & GROCERIES
US Post Office Mon – Fri : 8:30 am – 5 pm; Sat: 10 am – 12 pm; Sun: closed
Yosemite Mountain Shop 8:30 am – 6:30 pm. (8 am – 8 pm starting 3/14.)
Hiking/climbing gear & apparel.
Dining Room Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 9 pm. Lunch &
Sunday Brunch may be available; check local listings. Fine dining. Appropriate
attire respectfully required for dinner. Dinner reservations strongly recommended:
209/372-1489 or OpenTable.com.
GIFTS
Gift Shop 9 am – 7 pm (8 am – 9 pm starting 3/14.)
Sweet Shop 7 am – 10 pm
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Yosemite Community Church (Yosemite Chapel) Pastor Brent Moore
Call 209/372-4831 or visit YosemiteValleyChapel.org for information.
Weekly Sunday services: 9:15 am
Experience Your America Yosemite National Park
Gift & Grocery 8 am – 8 pm (closes 9 pm starting 3/14.)
OTHER SERVICES
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Happy Isles Art & Nature Center closed for the season
Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center closed for the season
Housekeeping Camp Grocery closed for the season
Housekeeping Camp Laundry 8 am – 8 pm
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Big Oak Flat Information Station)
closed for the season
Crane Flat Gas & Grocery Store opens 3/14: 8 am – 5 pm.
Gas available year-round, 24-hour pay-at-the-pump.
TIOGA ROAD & TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
INTERNET ACCESS
WIFI In Yosemite Valley: free public wifi is available in Yosemite Village at
Degnan’s Kitchen and the local branch of the Mariposa County Library.
Registered hotel guests can also use wifi at The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Valley
Lodge, and Curry Village.
In Wawona: free public wifi is available at the local branch of the Mariposa
County Library.
CURRY VILLAGE 14 19
OTHER SERVICES
FOOD & BEVERAGE hours subject to change; check local listings
Big Oak Flat Information Station closed for the season
In El Portal: free public wifi is available at the El Portal Market.
Village Grill closed for the season
Gift Shop 8 am – 8 pm (closes 10 pm starting 3/14.) Gifts & limited grocery.
CRANE FLAT
All services closed for the season.
5
FOOD & BEVERAGE
4
Yosemite Conservancy Depot (Mariposa Grove) closed for the season
Wawona Hotel closed during renovation
w
tour kiosk,
bike rentals
2
Village Store
Village Grill
in
nt
Yosemite History Center Open daily
Park Road
Park Road (restricted access)
Trail or Pedestrian Path
4
y
turn to page 6 for more information
ado
aut
d vehicl es on
orize
l
Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Wawona) closed for the season
Shuttle Stop
Bike Path
Degnan’s
Kitchen
5
ay)
Yosemite
Medical
Clinic
nee
Yosemite
Valley
Lodge
1
Me
Mariposa
County
Library
North
Ahwah
Lower
Yosemite
Fall
The Ansel Adams
Gallery
wilderness
center
US Post Office
CAMPING & LODGING
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.
Campgrounds open year-round:
• Upper Pines (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)
All open campgrounds will be reservation-only February 8 – 23,
during the Horsetail Fall event.
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.
Mountaineering School closed for the season
For information about backpacking and wilderness permits, turn to page 10.
Tour Kiosk, Bike Rentals, Raft Rentals closed for the season
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.
Ice Rink turn to page 9 for hours
Pool closed for renovation
Showers 24 hrs
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Transportation
Parking
Yosemite Valley Shuttle System
Exploration Degnan’s
Center
Kitchen
Lower
4
5
Yosemite
Fall
6
Cathedral
Beach
10
19
12
Housekeeping Camp
11
El Capitan
Meadow
18
Lower Pines Campground
North
16
Happy Isles
d River
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Yosemite Valley shuttles are FREE and operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily. No ticket required.
Valleywide Shuttle (green)
East Valley Shuttle (purple)
Serves east Valley destinations ONLY. Runs approx.
every 18 – 22 min. Round-trip time of 50 min.
Serves ALL stops. Runs approx. every 22 – 32 min.
Round-trip time of 1.5 hours.
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.
8
El Capitan Picnic Area
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
Picnic area.
Pets are NOT allowed on shuttles.
Experience Your America Yosemite National Park
Bike paths may be icy or covered in snow. Use
extra caution while biking in winter.
Yosemite Valley Locations
• The Ahwahnee (6)
• Curry Village (20)
• Welcome Center (4)
• Yosemite Falls Parking (10)
• Yosemite Valley Lodge (8)
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.
El Portal Locations
• Market & Gas Station (2)
Bicycles are available for rent in Yosemite
Valley from spring through fall, as conditions
allow (check page 4 for hours.)
Wawona Locations
• Wawona Store (24)
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.
Travel to Yosemite via YARTS ($)
The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation
System (YARTS) is a public transit system that
provides service into Yosemite. Enjoy yearround service from Merced and seasonal
service from Sonora, Mammoth Lakes, and
Fresno. Buses are air-conditioned, bike-friendly,
wheelchair-accessible, and equipped for rider
comfort. Save gas, save time, save money, by
taking YARTS! For bus schedules and tickets,
visit www.YARTS.com or call 877/989-2787.
Yosemite Valley Shuttles (free)
Daily, year-round service. Refer to map at left.
Mariposa Grove Shuttle (free)
Spring through Fall ONLY.
No shuttle service or vehicle acess in winter.
From the parking area, hike 2 mi (3 km), with
500 ft (150 m) of elevation gain each way, up
the road or the Washburn Trail to reach the
front of the grove. Skis or snowshoes may be
necessary, depending on conditions.
Tuolumne Meadows Hikers Bus ($)
Summer only. Visit TravelYosemite.com.
Glacier Point Tour Bus ($)
Summer only. Visit TravelYosemite.com.
Tuolumne Meadows Locations
when Tioga Rd is open
• Tuolumne Meadows Store (4)
49
STOP SHUTTLES
DESTINATION
Tuolumne
Meadows
AT THIS STOP
Sonora
9
El Capitan Meadow
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
10
Cathedral Beach
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
11
Four Mile Trailhead
Valleywide Shuttle ONLY.
12
Housekeeping Camp &
Yosemite Conservation
Heritage Center
ALL Shuttles.
14
Curry Village—eastbound
ALL Shuttles.
15
Upper Pines Campground
ALL Shuttles.
Pines campgrounds.
16
Happy Isles
ALL Shuttles.
Trailhead, Art &
Nature Center
(seasonal.)
17
Mirror Lake
ALL Shuttles.
Trailhead.
Scenic area.
YARTS
120
Tuolumne Meadows Hikers Bus
Yosemite Valley
to Sonora
Picnic area.
departs 2–3x daily
summer only
$ YARTS.com
Lodging (seasonal),
laundry (seasonal),
exhibits & programs
(seasonal).
Parking, lodging,
dining, gift &
grocery.
departs 1x daily
summer only
$ TravelYosemite.com
Groveland
Tioga Rd
120
Trailhead.
to
Merced
Buck
Meadows
Yosemite
Valley
140
YARTS
Mariposa
18
Lower Pines Campground
ALL Shuttles.
Pines campgrounds.
19
Curry Village—westbound
ALL Shuttles.
Parking, lodging,
dining, gift &
grocery.
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
departs 2x daily
summer only
$ YARTS.com
departs 2x daily
summer only
$ TravelYosemite.com
Wawona
Mariposa Grove Shuttle
49
Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are subject to all pet regulations.
6
Gas stations are open 24 hours with pay-atthe-pump (card only.) Staffed hours listed on
page 5.
Bicycling in Yosemite
EV charging is available at no cost, courtesy of
Yosemite Hospitality.
Yosemite Valley Shuttle Stops
STOP SHUTTLES
• El Portal Gas Station outside the park gate
15 mi from Yosemite Valley
• Crane Flat Gas Station
16.5 mi from Yosemite Valley
• Wawona Gas Station
28 mi from Yosemite Valley
24-hour roadside assistance:
call 209/372-1060
Electric Vehicle Charging
17 Mirror Lake
15
Upper Pines Campground
Roadside Assistance
Curry Village – westbound
14
Curry Village – eastbound
Four Mile
Trailhead
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.
2 Welcome Center
1 Yosemite Village Parking
7
8
9
3
There are NO gas stations in Yosemite
Valley.
Wawona Rd
Camp 4,
Yosemite Valley Lodge,
Yosemite Falls Parking
El Capitan
Picnic Area
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.
The
Ahwahnee
Bus & Shuttle Service
Gas Stations
frequent daily service
spring through fall only
Fish Camp
Public
Transportation
in Yosemite National Park
41
Oakhurst
North
to
Fresno
Yosemite Guide January 29 – March 18, 2025
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Activities
Program Schedule
Visit go.nps.gov/YosemiteCalendar or the NPS app to view even more programs on the
online calendar. Program offerings are subject to change.
YOSEMITE VALLEY: PROGRAMS FOR FAMILIES
DAY &
TIME
PROGRAM
2 pm (15 min)
daily
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
YOSEMITE VALLEY: WALKS, TALKS, & TOURS
DAY &
TIME
PROGRAM
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
3 pm (1 hr)
daily
Guided Nature Walk Learn about Yosemite’s natural
history and ecosystems with a Yosemite Naturalist.
Meet at the Yosemite Valley Lodge Amphitheater.
YH
HOST FEE? REGISTER?
free
free
no; drop-in only
no; drop-in only
PROGRAM
9 am (1.5 hrs)
Tu & Th
The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk Join
a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in
Yosemite Valley. Limited space; registration required.
9 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.
1 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.
1 pm (4 hrs)
M & Th
In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams Join a staff
photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.
1 pm (4 hrs)
Tu
Ansel Adams’s Legacy and Your Digital Camera
Join a staff photographer for a field class to learn how
to make better photographs with your DSLR camera.
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 with the Winter Wonderland in Yosemite
Valley Day Hike on March 1, 2025. Check the calendar for guided hikes and
backpacking trips in Yosemite:
Yosemite.org/experience/outdoor-adventures
Custom Adventures
Private guided excursions, available year-round:
Yosemite.org/custom-adventures
HOST FEE? REGISTER?
free
yes; visit
AnselAdams.
com
TAAG
$
yes; visit
AnselAdams.
com
TAAG
$
yes; visit
AnselAdams.
com
$
yes; visit
AnselAdams.
com
$
yes; visit
AnselAdams.
com
TAAG
TAAG
TAAG
YOSEMITE VALLEY: EVENING PROGRAMS
DAY &
TIME
PROGRAM
7 pm (30 min)
M, W, F, Sa
Evening Programs Yosemite naturalists present a
variety of topics. Meet at the Yosemite Valley Lodge
Cliff Room (between the lounge and gift shop.)
7 pm*
(1.5 hrs)
nightly
Yosemite After Dark Grab a flashlight and join a
Yosemite Naturalist for a nature walk at night!
*begins at 7:30 pm starting 3/9
YH
8 pm (1 hr)
Su, Tu, Th
Walking Starry Skies Join a Yosemite Hospitality
Guide for an unforgettable night of stargazing!
YH
Programs designed especially for
children and their families.
Yosemite Conservancy is a nonprofit dedicated to
preserving Yosemite National Park’s resources and
providing enriching visitor experiences in the park.
Art Classes
Art classes resume in Spring 2025. Join us for weekday workshops, kids’
classes, overnight art retreats, and more. Check the online calendar for
upcoming classes at Yosemite.org/art
YOSEMITE VALLEY: ART & PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
DAY &
TIME
Experience Yosemite
with Park Partners
HOST FEE? REGISTER?
YH
free
no; drop-in only
$
yes; tickets at
TravelYosemite.
com
$
yes; tickets at
TravelYosemite.
com
Programs ac