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Jul 8, 2024 · The Yosemite Wilderness is not an island—it is surrounded by other wilderness managed by the US Forest Service to our north, south and east. Which creates some unique opportunities for large areas of protection, and long adventures to take along the Pacific Crest and John Muir Trails. Explore our website to learn more about backpacking ...
1984 (8th Session) Yosemite National Park (/ joʊˈsɛmɪti / yoh-SEM-ih-tee[5]) is a national park of the United States in California. [6][7] It is bordered on the southeast by Sierra National Forest and on the northwest by Stanislaus National Forest. The park is managed by the National Park Service and covers 759,620 acres (1,187 sq mi; 3,074 ...
- Getting There
- Wilderness Permits
- John Muir Trail (JMT) Lottery, and Donohue Pass Exit
- Maximum Group Size
- Bears
- Campfires
- Pets
- Little Yosemite Valley
- Weather
The Yosemite Wilderness, unlike many other areas in the Sierra, is accessible from a variety of roads and directions: Hwy 140, 120, and 49 from the west, and 120 (Tioga Road) from the east. Over 700 miles of trail crisscross this wilderness, starting at various points throughout the park. 1. Directions to Yosemite 2. See the sidebar for public tran...
Permits are required for all overnight trips in Yosemite’s wilderness. (Why)? They are not required for day use, except for the Half Dome Cables. Wilderness permits are issued to a limited number of people per trailhead per day. Visit Yosemite’s website for information on obtaining a permit, or follow the links in the sidebar.
Originating in Yosemite Valley and continuing for 211 miles through several Sierra Wilderness areas, the John Muir Trail is a thru hiking adventure. Due to its increasing demand, additional regulations have been put in place to continue to provide access to these remote locations. To help process the many JMT applications the park receives, Yosemit...
No more than 15 people and 25 head of stock are allowed on overnight trips. Groups going off-trail more than 1/4 mile are limited to 8 people. Stock are allowed to travel up to 1/4 mile off designated trails only for watering, rest stops, overnight camping, and grazing. (Why?)
All visitors must store all “food” properly throughout Yosemite National Park. “Food” (including all food and drinks, regardless of packaging, along with trash, toiletries, and other scented items) must be stored in either an allowed bear-resistant food canister or food locker. Hanging food is illegal throughout Yosemite. 1. Keep Bears Wild 2. Yose...
Fire regulations are subject to change, and visitors are responsible for the current restrictions in place. Campfires are never allowed above 9,600 feet (roughly “tree line” in most areas). When no additional seasonal restrictions are in place, campfires are permitted below 9,600 feet, only in existing fire rings, using only small pieces of dead an...
Pets are not allowed in Yosemite Wilderness. As a rule of thumb, pets are usually not allowed away from developed areas in National Parks. If you plan to hike or backpack during your visit to Yosemite, best to leave your dog elsewhere during your trip. Visit Yosemite’s websitefor more information.
More than 20% of Yosemite’s wilderness travelers pass through Little Yosemite Valley (many on their way to Half Dome). The impacts from such heavy use have resulted in special management of this area. If you camp in Little Yosemite Valley, please abide by the following regulations: 1. Camp only within the campground boundaries (in order to limit da...
Weather can be drastically different depending on where you are in the park, and it can change quickly. Temperatures can vary 20 to 30 degrees as you change elevation. There may be spring flowers in Yosemite Valley and snow in Tuolumne Meadows at the same time. In addition to weather forecasts, check Yosemite’s current conditions using the links in...
Mar 11, 2019 · • Wawona Hotel: Vintage 1876 wilderness retreat; pool, golf, restaurant. • Yosemite Lodge at the Falls: Motel-style accommodation in the village; pool, restaurant.
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Almost 95 percent of the park’s 747,956 acres (roughly the size of Rhode Island) is classified as wilderness. Yosemite National Park offers an abundance of activities and sightseeing destinations. The Valley is a 7 mile wide canyon with incredible rock formations, including El Capitan, the world's tallest granite monolith and one of the world's top rock climbing destinations.
Oct 16, 2024 · Yosemite National Park, scenic mountain region in east-central California, U.S. It is situated about 140 miles (225 km) east of the city of San Francisco and some 100 miles (160 km) southeast of Sacramento. Devils Postpile National Monument lies about 15 miles (25 km) to the east, and Kings Canyon National Park is about 40 miles (65 km) to the ...
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Oct 15, 2024 · Yosemite Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area ...
