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Yosemite National Park Update 3/22/23

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half dome, yosemite valley, 3.22.23
half dome, yosemite valley, 3.22.23

Yosemite National Park Update
3/22/23
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As we approach the busy spring and summer seasons, we have some information to help you plan:
All campgrounds in Yosemite will be available by reservation only. First-come, first-served camping will not be available. Reservations will be available two months and/or two weeks in advance for Camp 4, Bridalveil Creek, Crane Flat, Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, Yosemite Creek, and Porcupine Flat. Tuolumne Meadows Campground remains closed for rehabilitation. Get the details on when reservations will be available for each campground at go.nps.gov/camping.


The 40% of wilderness permits that were traditionally available one day in advance in person will be available seven days in advance at 7 am PDT on recreation.gov. Any unreserved permits will be available in person at wilderness centers on the start date of the trip. Few, if any, same-day permits will be available on any given day. (This is unchanged from 2022.) Get the details at go.nps.gov/wildpermits.
Glacier Point Road opening will be delayed as a result of the extremely heavy snowpack and because some road construction work must be completed prior to the road opening. Expect delays once Glacier Point Road opens. Tioga Road is also likely to open later than usual due to the heavy snowpack.


As previously announced, a reservation will not be required to visit Yosemite this year while we work on the Visitor Access Management Plan. Learn more about this plan and future opportunities to submit your input at go.nps.gov/vamp.
Expect extended traffic delays, extremely limited parking, busy trails, and no lodging or campground availability. Delays of an hour or more at entrance stations and up to two to three hours in Yosemite Valley are possible. Plan ahead and arrive early in the morning. Learn more at www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/traffic.htm.


This summer, rivers and creeks swollen by runoff from snowmelt will be dangerous. Powerful current, icy water, and river obstructions can trap or kill the unwary. Stay away from river and creek banks during high water conditions and avoid rock hopping. Stream polished rocks along the water’s edge may be slippery when wet or dry.


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