September 24, 2025 - November 25, 2025

Yosemite National Park September 24 – November 25, 2025 Transportation 6 Valley Shuttle Map Yosemite 1 Essentials Talks, Tours, & Classes Programs 8 2 Places to Go & Things to Do Park Map Trail Map & Hiking Information Valley Trails Dining, Shopping, & Recreation Services 10 4 Keep this Guide with you while you explore the park! Here’s what’s inside: Yosemite Guide At least 21 bears have been hit by vehicles in Yosemite this year. Park Regulations Finding Help The National Park Service is dedicated to protecting Yosemite for the benefit and enjoyment of future generations. Regulations are in place to protect both the park and visitors. Prohibited activities include: • • • • • • • • • • • In an Emergency: Call or Text 911 General Park Information 209/372-0200 Road Conditions (Recorded) 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) 24-hour Roadside Assistance 209/372-1060 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 Yosemite Medical Clinic 209/372-4637 Lost & Found Check at the nearest open information center or hotel front desk, or visit go.nps.gov/lost to report a lost item. Accessibility Download an Accessibility Guide: go.nps.gov/AccessYosemite Yosemite Online National Park Service app Take maps and park information with you while you explore the park. Available for iOS and Android. Pets are NOT allowed on hiking trails, on shuttles, or inside park buildings. 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. Pets must be leashed at all times. Properly dispose of pet waste. Turn to page 10 for pet-friendly walks in Yosemite Valley. 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 all subject to pet regulations. Yosemite National Park website www.nps.gov/yose Social Media Let’s be friends! @YosemiteNPS Enjoy Your National Park! Yosemite Essentials What to Expect This Fall Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road typically close for the winter in November. Closing dates depend on the arrival of winter conditions. Temporary closures and tire chain restrictions are possible on any park road at any time: call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) to hear current road conditions. When Tioga Road is closed, there is NO access to Yosemite from the east. Visitor services are more limited this time of year. Hours may be changing, and some dining, shopping, information centers, and other services are closing for the season. Check pages 4 & 5 for current availability and hours. Waterfalls may be dry. Waterfalls peak during spring snowmelt and may be only a trickle or completely dry this fall. It’s fire season in Yosemite. Smoke from wildfires inside or outside the park may affect visibility and can pose a health concern, especially for sensitive individuals. Fires are only allowed in portable stoves, barbecue grills, and established fire rings. Never leave a fire unattended; extinguish the fire completely before you leave it. Additional fire restrictions may be in effect, depending on conditions. Expect winter trail conditions by November. Winter road closures, seasonal trail closures, and winter trail conditions can all impact your hiking plans. Ask a ranger about trail conditions and get recommendations for hiking and other things to do in late fall and winter. Keep Bears Wild. Proper Food Storage is Required by Federal Law. Bears that frequently get human food lose their fear of humans and can become dangerous. Bears may have to be killed to protect people. During the Day At Night DO: Lock your vehicle and keep all windows closed when you are away. Keep food, drinks, and coolers hidden from sight. DO: Remove food from your vehicle at night. Bears can easily break into vehicles in search of food. Store food inside a bear-proof locker, in a hotel room or hard-sided cabin, or in a hard-sided RV with all windows and doors closed. DON’T: Leave food unattended outside, in a truck bed, or strapped to the outside of a vehicle. Food, trash, and other scented items may NOT be stored inside vehicles overnight. DO: Keep your food within arm’s reach while hiking or picnicking. To a bear, “food” includes trash, recycling, toiletries, soap, unwashed dishes, and anything else with a scent. All must be properly stored. 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. It is illegal to approach or feed any wild animal in Yosemite, including birds, squirrels, and deer. Wildlife can cause injuries and transmit diseases. Human food is unhealthy for wild animals. Stay at least 150 ft (46 m) from bears and coyotes. Stay at least 25 ft (8 m) from other wildlife. Park Map AT I O N A L PA N E T I M E RK YOS Hwy 120 to Lee Vining, Hwy 395, Mammoth Lakes HETCH HETCHY iver ne R m u Tu ol Hetch Hetchy Rd TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Tioga Pass Entrance open approx. May/Jun – Nov Hetch Hetchy Entrance White Wolf open sunrise – sunset Evergreen Rd Hwy 120 to Groveland, Manteca Tuolumne Meadows Tioga Rd open approx. May/June – Nov Big Oak Flat Entrance Hodgdon Meadow CRANE FLAT Merced Grove Tamarack Flat Camp 4 Crane Flat Arch Rock Entrance open approx. May – Nov EL PORTAL Tioga Road & Glacier Point Road typically close for the winter in November. No overnight parking starting October 15. Call 209/372-0200 (press 1, then 1) to hear current road information. Upper Pines, Lower Pines, North Pines Tunnel View Glacier Point Rd El Portal Rd Hwy 140 to Mariposa, Merced Tenaya Lake YOSEMITE VALLEY Tuolumne Grove Big Oak Flat Rd Porcupine Flat Yosemite Creek Me rce d R iv e r GLACIER POINT Bridalveil Creek Yosemite West WAWONA information center HETCH HETCHY Hike to two quiet sequoia groves near the Big Oak Flat Entrance. Walk across the O’Shaughnessy Dam, hike along the reservoir, or access Yosemite’s Wilderness. Pick up a free map brochure at the entrance station for information about trails. Open sunrise to sunset only. There are no services in this remote area of the park. DIRECTIONS 16 mi/26 km (30 min) from Yosemite Valley, on Big Oak Flat Road. VISITOR SERVICES (page 5) Big Oak Flat Information Station (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 5 pm daily Swimming and boating are not permitted in the reservoir. Pets are not allowed on the dam or on trails. Other services: gas station, store (until Oct 26) DIRECTIONS 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 Hetch Hetchy Rd. THINGS TO DO Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias Trailhead located on Tioga Rd, just north of Crane Flat. Hike 2 mi/3.2 km (roundtrip) to the grove. Add an optional 0.5-mi/0.8-km loop around the nature trail. Expect a steep climb of 500 ft/150 m on the return to the trailhead. Merced Grove of Giant Sequoias A very small and quiet sequoia grove. From the trailhead on Big Oak Flat Rd, hike 3 mi/4.8 km (roundtrip) to the grove. Expect a steep climb of 520 ft/160 m on the return to the trailhead. Wawona Road entrance station CRANE FLAT Wawona food & beverage South Entrance gifts Mariposa Grove reservation required for all campgrounds turn to pages 4 & 5 for visitor services hours & locations Hwy 41 to Oakhurst, Fresno GLACIER POINT YOSEMITE VALLEY Yosemite Valley is famous for its waterfalls, towering granite walls, and iconic features like El Capitan and Half Dome. THINGS TO DO PARKING & TRANSPORTATION Explore by Car Enjoy the scenery from Tunnel View, Valley View, El Capitan, and other turnouts along Valley roads. Park at Curry Village, Yosemite Village, or Yosemite Falls and walk, bike, or ride a free shuttle to your destination (turn to page 6.) VISITOR SERVICES (page 4) Welcome Center 9 am – 5 pm daily. Shuttle stop 2. Information, junior ranger booklets, lost & found, gifts. Exploration Center, Theater, & Bookstore 9 am – 5 pm daily. Shuttle stop 5. Rotating exhibits, park film, books & gifts. Yosemite Museum 10 am – 5 pm daily (closes 4 pm starting Oct 19; closed for lunch.) Shuttle stop 5. Indoor & outdoor exhibits, cultural demonstrations, gifts. Happy Isles Art & Nature Center 9 am – 4 pm, Mon – Fri. Shuttle stop 16. Art classes, activities, exhibits. Visit Yosemite.org/art. Yosemite Valley has a variety of dining, shopping, recreation, & other services: turn to page 4. 2 WAWONA & MARIPOSA GROVE Your GPS Might be Wrong GPS navigation can give incorrect directions inside the park. Follow directional signs on park roads, and do not enter closed areas. North post office campground The trip across Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the Sierra Nevada high country, the Tuolumne River winding through domes, peaks, and peaceful meadows. DIRECTIONS 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley. Drive 16 mi/26 km north on Big Oak Flat Rd to Crane Flat. Turn right onto Tioga Rd. Continue 39 mi/63 km to Tuolumne Meadows. Store, grill, and lodge closed for the season. No gas. no gas in Yosemite Valley groceries & gear In the fall, there are little to no visitor services in this remote area of the park, and cell service is unavailable in most places. Fill up on gas and pack water and snacks before making the long drive. Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center (closes Sep 28) 9 am – 5 pm daily gas station turn to page 7 for locations Tioga Road typically closes for the winter sometime in November. When the road is closed, there is no access to Tuolumne Meadows or the Tioga Pass entrance by car. VISITOR SERVICES (page 5) exhibits electric vehicle charging TIOGA ROAD & TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Turn to pages 10 & 11 for a map of Yosemite Valley. Art, Exhibits, Park Film, & Shopping In Yosemite Village, stop by the Exploration Center to check out rotating exhibits, the park film, and the Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore. Check out the Yosemite Museum and Indian Village to learn about Yosemite’s human history, and stop by the Ansel Adams Gallery for gifts, books, and rotating art exhibitions. Take a Walk or Hike Turn to page 10 for walking paths and hiking trails in Yosemite Valley. Watch rock climbers in action on El Capitan Stop by El Capitan Meadow (shuttle stop 9) to watch climbers through a scope and talk to a climbing ranger: 12:30 – 4:30 pm daily, until Oct 30. Check out talks, tours, guided hikes, and classes (pg 8) Explore by bicycle Bring your own or rent one. Bikes are not allowed on hiking trails, but you can enjoy over 11 miles of paved, scenic bike paths in Yosemite Valley! (pg 7) Glacier Point Road typically closes for the winter sometime in November. Take in stunning views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, and the high Sierra from this scenic overlook. Explore trails nearby. DIRECTIONS 1 hour from Yosemite Valley. Drive south on Wawona Rd for 9 mi/14 km. Turn left onto Glacier Point Rd and continue for 16 mi/26 km. VISITOR SERVICES (page 5) Limited gifts & snacks (until Oct 26) THINGS TO DO Glacier Point Overlook Enjoy spectacular views of the Valley floor, 3,200 ft below, as well as Half Dome and the high Sierra. Paved, wheelchair-accessible path. Sentinel Dome & Taft Point Starting from the trailhead on Glacier Point Rd, hike 2.4 mi/3.9 km (roundtrip) west to Taft Point, a scenic overlook along the Valley rim. From the same trailhead, hike 1.8 mi/3 km (roundtrip) northeast to Sentinel Dome. Map on page 11. Explore giant sequoias, meadows, and the South Fork Merced River near Yosemite’s South Entrance. DIRECTIONS From Yosemite Valley, drive south on the Wawona Rd for 30 mi (48 km), or about one hour. VISITOR SERVICES (page 5) Wawona Visitor Center* 8 am – 5 pm daily THINGS TO DO Olmsted Point Stop at this popular roadside overlook with excellent views of Half Dome, Clouds Rest, and Tenaya Lake. Tenaya Lake Enjoy a picnic, a walk, or a chilly dip in the lake! Soda Springs Take a scenic stroll through the heart of Tuolumne Meadows, with views of the river and surrounding domes and peaks. Enjoy a longer hike in Yosemite Wilderness If you have time, explore one of the many scenic trails in this area! Stop by an open information center for maps, recommendations, and current trail information. *The information center will relocate from Hill’s Studio to an alternate location after Nov 1. Check locally for directions to the winter information desk. Other services: gas station, grocery & gifts. THINGS TO DO Yosemite History Center Learn about the early days of tourism in Yosemite. Outdoor exhibits open daily. Wawona Meadow Loop Starting across from the Wawona Hotel, enjoy a mostly-flat, pet-friendly 3.5-mile loop around the scenic meadow. Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Visit Yosemite’s largest sequoia grove and explore miles of scenic trails. Free shuttles run from the parking area to the grove daily from spring through fall: turn to page 7 for seasonal shuttle hours. Yosemite Guide September 24 – November 25, 2025 3 Services Seasonal operating dates and hours are subject to change. Visit TravelYosemite.com for restaurant menus and more. YOSEMITE VALLEY WAWONA & MARIPOSA GROVE EXHIBITS & INFORMATION • Yosemite Exploration Center • theater • bookstore Yosemite Museum Yosemite Village bike rentals Mountain Room Lounge 6 No r id ths pool Mountain Room Restaurant e Coo one Dr ( k’s ly garage Yosemite Valley Welcome Center ow Mead Se nt ine thsi r (o ay) ) 2 4 er M Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center 12 ced R iv er ice rink FOOD & BEVERAGE EXHIBITS & INFORMATION Base Camp Eatery Breakfast: 6:30 am – 10:30 am (opens 7 am starting Oct 26); Lunch/Dinner: 11 am – 9 pm (closes 8 pm starting Oct 13). 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 6:30 am – 6:30 pm (7 am – 3 pm starting Oct 26) Yosemite Museum 10 am – 5 pm (closes 4 pm starting Oct 19; closed for lunch) Mountain Room Lounge Mon to Fri: 5 pm – 10 pm; Sat & Sun: 12 pm – 10 pm. Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. Wilderness Center (closes Oct 19) 8 am – 5 pm Mountain Room Restaurant 5 pm – 10 pm (closes 9 pm starting Oct 26.) Final seating 30 min before closing. Upscale casual steakhouse. Indoor seating. Reservations recommended: 11 OpenTable.com. 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. Wi-Fi. EL PORTAL El Portal Market 9 am – 7 pm. Limited groceries & gifts. campground reservation office 5 FOOD & BEVERAGE Glacier Point Gift Shop (closes Oct 26) 9:30 am – 5 pm. Limited gifts & snacks. • gift & grocery • Meadow Grill • Mountaineering School • Mountain Shop ay ne w office, grocery laundry ew de D on Sou YOSEMITE VILLAGE 1 YOSEMITE VALLEY LODGE 7 US Post Office Mon – Fri: 9 am – 1 pm, Sat: 9 am – 12 pm, Sun: closed Curry Village r( Yosemite Chapel Not all visitor services are available year-round. Check information below for hours. Yosemite Falls Parking Stable closed for the season. GLACIER POINT eD 7 Golf Shop & Snack Stand (closes Oct 26) Temporarily relocated to Wawona Store. 8 am – 4:30 pm Wawona Service Station staffed 8 am – 5 pm. Gas & diesel available with 24-hour pay-at-the-pump. sid Basecamp Eatery & Starbucks Coffee Golf Course (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 4:30 pm The Ahwahnee rth amphitheater OTHER SERVICES • Ahwahnee Dining Room • The Ahwahnee Bar • sweet shop • gift shop No Camp 4 Yosemite Conservancy Depot (Mariposa Grove) 9 am – 5 pm 3 Housekeeping Camp front front office & tour desk FOOD & BEVERAGE Wawona Store 8 am – 8 pm. Gifts & limited grocery. Yosemite Village Parking 1 l Dr Yosemite History Center Outdoor exhibits open daily GIFTS & GROCERIES tour kiosk, bike rentals 2 Wawona Visitor Center & Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (bookstore closes Nov 1) 8 am – 5 pm. The information desk will relocate from Hill’s Studio to an alternate location after Nov 1. Check locally for directions. Wawona Hotel Dining Room closed during hotel renovation Trail or Pedestrian Path 4 Village Store Village Grill gift shop Bike Path w d vehicl es on turn to page 6 for more information ado au ize thor Shuttle Stop Park Road Park Road (restricted access) Degnan’s Kitchen 5 way) 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 Curry 19 14 Village Parking CRANE FLAT Big Oak Flat Information Station (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 5 pm daily Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore at Big Oak Flat Information Station (closes Oct 26) 9 am – 5 pm (closed Wed & Thurs, may close for lunch) Crane Flat Gas & Grocery (store closes Oct 26) 8 am – 5 pm. Gas & diesel available year-round with 24-hour pay-at-the-pump. TIOGA ROAD & TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center & Bookstore (closes Sep 28) 9 am – 5 pm bike rentals • Bar 1899 • Seven Tents Pavilion • Coffee Corner • Jennie’s Ice Cream amphitheater El Portal Service Station staffed 8 am – 5 pm. Propane available during staffed hours. Gas & diesel available with 24-hour pay-at-the-pump. Tuolumne Meadows Wilderness Center (closes Oct 14) 8 am – 5 pm Tuolumne Meadows Lodge, Store, & Grill closed for the season. White Wolf Lodge, Store, Dining Room unavailable in 2025 pool & showers INTERNET ACCESS GIFTS & GROCERIES Village Grill (closes Oct 26) 11 am – 6 pm. Burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, & soft serve ice cream. Outdoor seating only. Gift Shop 8 am – 8 pm. Gifts & snacks. GIFTS & GROCERIES FOOD & BEVERAGE OTHER SERVICES The Ansel Adams Gallery 10 am – 5 pm .Art, books, & gifts. Rotating exhibitions & photography classes listed on page 9. Seven Tents Pavilion Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Casual dining with hearty, homestyle meals. Indoor seating. Yosemite Conservancy Store (Welcome Center) 9 am – 5 pm Coffee Corner 6 am – 2 pm (6:30 am – 11:30 am starting Oct 27) Peet’s coffee & light breakfast. Indoor seating. In El Portal: free public Wi-Fi is available at the El Portal Market. Bar 1899 11:30 am – 10 pm (4 pm – 9 pm starting Oct 26.) Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. Indoor seating. In Wawona: free public Wi-Fi is available at the local branch of the Mariposa County Library. Tour & Activity Desk Tickets available at Lodge Front Desk. Bike Rentals (closes Oct 26) 9 am – 6 pm (closes 5 pm starting Sep 29) ADA scooters and adaptive bicycles available by reservation: call 209/372-1208. THE AHWAHNEE 3 Parking at The Ahwahnee is valet-only during construction. Use Shuttle Stop 3. FOOD & BEVERAGE The Ahwahnee Bar 11:30 am – 11 pm (closes 10 pm starting Oct 26). Beer on tap, cocktails, & light bites. Yosemite Conservancy Bookstore (Exploration Center) 9 am – 5 pm Yosemite Museum Store 10 am – 4 pm, may close for lunch Village Store 8 am – 9 pm (closes 8 pm starting Sep 30.) Groceries & gifts. OTHER SERVICES Medical Clinic 209/372-4637. (The clinic is NOT an emergency room; in an emergency, call 911.) Urgent care walk-ins: Mon – Fri, 1 pm – 3:30 pm. CURRY VILLAGE 14 19 Pizza Deck 11 am – 10 pm (12 pm – 9 pm starting Oct 26.) Pizza whole & by the slice. Outdoor seating. CAMPING & LODGING Taqueria @ Meadow Grill closed for the season. CAMPING First-come, first-served camping in Yosemite is very limited and does not begin until late October. To reserve a campsite, visit Recreation.gov or call 877/444-6777. Jennie’s Ice Cream closed for the season. Bike Rentals (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 7 pm GIFTS, GEAR, & GROCERIES Tour Kiosk (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 7 pm Gift & Grocery 8 am – 9 pm (closes 8 pm starting Sep 30.) GIFTS Garage 8 am – 12 pm, 1 pm – 5 pm. Propane available during regular operating hours. 24-hour roadside assistance: call 209/372-1060. Yosemite Mountain Shop 8 am – 8 pm (8:30 am – 6:30 pm starting Oct 19.) Hiking/climbing gear & apparel. Gift Shop 8 am – 9 pm (9 am – 7 pm starting Oct 26.) US Post Office Mon – Fri : 8:30 am – 5 pm; Sat: 10 am – 12 pm; Sun: closed OTHER SERVICES Dining Room Breakfast: 7 am – 10 am; Lunch: 11:30 – 3 pm; Dinner: 5:30 pm – 9 pm. Fine dining. Appropriate attire required for dinner. Dinner reservations strongly recommended: 209/372-1489 or OpenTable.com. Sweet Shop 7 am – 10 pm SPIRITUAL SERVICES Yosemite Community Church (Yosemite Chapel) Pastor Brent Moore Call 209/372-4831 or visit YosemiteValleyChapel.org for information. Sunday service: 9:15 am Alcoholics Anonymous (Yosemite Chapel) Tues & Thurs: 6:30 pm 4 OTHER LOCATIONS Happy Isles Art & Nature Center 16 (closes Oct 24) 9 am – 4 pm, Mon – Fri. Register for classes at Yosemite.org/art. Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center (closes Sep 28) 12 10 am – 4 pm (closed Mon & Tues.) Hours subject to change. Housekeeping Camp Store 12 (closes Oct 6) 8 am – 8 pm. Gifts & limited grocery. Housekeeping Camp Laundry 12 8 am – 10 pm Experience Your America Yosemite National Park Mountaineering School (office closes Oct 26) 8:30 am – 12 pm, 1 pm – 4:30 pm. Guided hikes & rock climbing lessons: email yms@aramark.com to book. Bike Rentals (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 7 pm Tour Kiosk (closes Oct 26) 8 am – 7 pm Ice Rink (tentatively opens Nov 14) visit TravelYosemite.com for hours & pricing Pool closed for renovation. Showers 24 hrs WI-FI In Yosemite Valley: free public Wi-Fi is available in Yosemite Village at Degnan’s Kitchen and the local branch of the Mariposa County Library. Registered hotel guests can also use Wi-Fi at The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Valley Lodge, and Curry Village. Campgrounds Open Year-Round (visit go.nps.gov/campground for details): • Hodgdon Meadow: first-come, first-served starting Oct 27 • Wawona Campground: first-come, first-served starting Oct 27 • Camp 4 (walk-in sites, no RVs): first-come, first-served starting Nov 16 • Upper Pines: reservation required year-round Sleeping overnight in a parking lot or on the side of the road is NOT permitted. Sleeping inside a vehicle is only allowed at a registered campsite. For information about backpacking and wilderness permits, turn to page 10. LODGING Lodging inside the park is operated by Yosemite Hospitality. Reservations may be made up to one year in advance and are strongly recommended. Book a stay online at TravelYosemite.com or by calling 888/413-8869. Yosemite Guide September 24 – November 25, 2025 5 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 2 18 Lower Pines Campground North 16 Happy Isles d River rce e M Yosemite Valley shuttles are FREE and operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily. No ticket required. 24-hour roadside assistance: call 209/372-1060 Level 2 EV charging is available at no cost, courtesy of Yosemite Hospitality. Yosemite Valley Locations • The Ahwahnee (6) valet-only during construction • Curry Village (20) • Welcome Center (4) • Yosemite Falls Parking (10) • Yosemite Valley Lodge (8) El Portal Locations • Market & Gas Station (2) 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. Wawona Locations • Wawona Store (24) 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. 8 El Capitan Picnic Area Valleywide Shuttle ONLY. Picnic area. Where to Ride Enjoy several miles of scenic, paved bike paths through Yosemite Valley. Bikes are also allowed on park roads (cyclists must obey traffic laws.) Bikes are NOT allowed on hiking trails. The speed limit on bike paths is 15 mph. Helmets are required by law for children under 18. 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. Rentals (until Oct 26) Bikes are available for full-day and half-day rentals (turn to pages 4 & 5 for hours and locations.) Standard adult & children’s bikes are first-come, first-served. Bikes with trailers are available at Yosemite Valley Lodge and Curry Village only. ADA bicycles are available by reservation: call 209/372-1208. • Travel to Yosemite via YARTS ($) The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) is a public transit system that provides service into Yosemite. Enjoy yearround service from Merced and seasonal service from Sonora, Mammoth Lakes, and Fresno. Buses are air-conditioned, bike-friendly, wheelchair-accessible, and equipped for rider comfort. Save gas, save time, save money, by taking YARTS! For bus schedules and tickets, visit www.YARTS.com or call 877/989-2787. • Yosemite Valley Shuttles (free) Daily, year-round service from 7 am to 10 pm. Refer to map at left. • Mariposa Grove Shuttles (free) Shuttle service from the parking area to the grove and trailheads, available spring through fall. Until Sep 24: 8 am to 7 pm (final return from the grove at 8 pm); Sep 25 – Nov 1: 8 am to 5 pm* (final return from the grove at 5:30 pm); Nov 1 – Nov 30: 8 am to 3:30 pm* (final return from the grove at 5 pm.) *Shuttle schedule is weather-permitting. • Tuolumne Meadows Hikers Bus ($) Service has concluded for the season. More information at TravelYosemite.com. • Glacier Point Tour Bus ($) Available until Oct 12, conditions permitting. Departs 8:30 am & 1:30 pm. Book a roundtrip tour or a one-way ticket to hike back to Yosemite Valley. (NO hiker pickup at Glacier Point.) Visit TravelYosemite.com or an in-park tour desk for details and tickets. 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 Groveland Tioga Rd 120 Trailhead. Lodging (seasonal), laundry (seasonal), exhibits & programs (seasonal). Parking, lodging, dining, gift & grocery. departs 1x daily summer only $ TravelYosemite.com 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. Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are subject to all pet regulations. Experience Your America Yosemite National Park 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 Pets are NOT allowed on shuttles. 6 Gas & diesel are available 24 hours with pay-atthe-pump (card only.) Staffed hours on page 5. Yosemite Bike Share Bikes available through the end of October (weather permitting) for 1-2 hour rides from Yosemite Village and Camp 4 parking areas: goyose.org/bikeshare. Tuolumne Meadows Locations when Tioga Rd is open • near Tuolumne Meadows Store (4) Yosemite Valley Shuttle Stops • El Portal Gas Station outside the park gate 15 mi from Yosemite Valley (downhill) • Crane Flat Gas Station 16.5 mi from Yosemite Valley (uphill) • Wawona Gas Station 28 mi from Yosemite Valley (uphill) Biking in Yosemite 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. 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 September 24 – November 25, 2025 7 Programs Park Partners Visit go.nps.gov/YosemiteCalendar or the NPS app to view the online calendar, or check information centers for updated program offerings. Program schedule is subject to change, depending on conditions and staff availability. Junior Ranger Program Program designed especially for kids! Kids must be accompanied by an adult. NPS National Park Service Program for all audiences— families welcome! Program designed for everyone; it’s a good fit for most kids. YC Yosemite Conservancy Wheelchair-Accessible Program Program is held in a wheelchair-accessible facility or uses wheelchair-accessible paths. Ask the program host about other disability accommodations. YH Yosemite Hospitality TAAG The Ansel Adams Gallery No Symbol Program recommended for teens and adults. Program may use a trail that is not accessible to wheelchair users. DAY & TIME PROGRAM Multiple Tours Daily Valley Floor Tour Experience the highlights of Yosemite Valley on an open-air tram (when weather allows.) Learn all about Yosemite’s history and natural features with a park ranger or naturalist guide. Tours last approximately 2 hours. Book tickets at TravelYosemite.com or at an in-park tour desk (hours & locations on pages 4 & 5.) 8:30 am & 1:30 pm (4 hrs) Da