Category: Camping
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Ostrander Ski Hut Opening Announced
If you’re a big fan of back country, winter camping on ski’s or snowshoes then you’re not going to want to miss the Ostrander Ski Hut lottery. It’s your one sure chance to get a reservation at one of the most beautiful places to stay in the park in winter and still have a warm…
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Ukiah Man Rescued After Three days Trapped in Snow
Sometimes even when you do everything right you can still get into trouble. Craig Greenlee has a passion for the outdoors. He received an environmental health science degree from Fresno State University in 2008, and waits tables while searching for his dream job as an environmental health specialist. Greenlee frequently goes on backpacking trips, mostly…
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Campground Reservation System Gets a Makeover
In case you’ve been living under a rock the last few weeks like I have here’s what’s changed with the campground reservation system.
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Scalpers Charging a Hefty Fee for Yosemite and Half Dome Reservations
It’s been a problem since the first ticket to an event was ever produced – scalpers – and Yosemite isn’t immune to the problem. Recently permits to hike Half Dome that only cost a nominal $1.50 processing fee have begun showing up on Craigslist for as much as $50.
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Great Early Summer Camping Outside Yosemite
Camping along the Merced River outside of Yosemite offers a great alternative to the crowded Valley and campgrounds in early summer. It’s less expensive, less crowded and the wildflowers can make it an unforgettable experience.
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Yosemite Campground Reservations Now Available Dec 15th on Recreation.gov
I’d been hearing that reservations for Yosemite campgrounds would be going on sale early this year but it looks like the November 15th opening date has been pushed back a few weeks.
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Yosemite Creek Campground Bridge Rebuilt – Offers More Campsites
In January 1997 the Yosemite Creek Campground bridge was destroyed by flood. Now, after 13 years the campground the bridge is rebuilt.
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Last of Yosemite’s Campgrounds Open for Season
Only a few weeks later than normal, the remainder of Yosemite’s campgrounds have opened for the season.
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More Campgrounds Open for Season
After a long wait some of the campgrounds along the Tioga Road have finally opened for the season.
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Happy 4th of July – What you need to know this holiday weekend
Want to celebrate the 4th of July in Yosemite. Here’s what you need to know. Read more.