Yosemite National Park
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May 25, 2024 - Yosemite National Park officials say,"We're expecting a busy Memorial Day weekend. Here are some important things to know:"

A reservation is required to drive into Yosemite on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Learn more about reservation requirements this year at go.nps.gov/reserve.

All campgrounds also require a reservation. Crane Flat Campground will open on Tuesday, May 28—with reservations being released this Sunday, May 26, at 7am PT.

Tioga Road (continuation of Highway 120 through the park) will be closed this weekend (to both bikes and cars). We do not have an opening date yet.

Mariposa Grove shuttle service will begin Saturday, May 25, 2024.

Glacier Point Road is open, but parking may be full at times throughout the day.

If you will be hiking above around 7,500 feet, be prepared with appropriate gear for snowy conditions. (Yosemite Valley is at 4,000 feet.)

Rivers are running high and are dangerous. Stay on trails and away from rivers and creeks. Rocks in and near water are very slick even when dry.
Source: NPS