Category: Tips
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Reader Question: Does Yosemite Ever Close?
Seeing as how today is a National Holiday remembering the work of Martin Luther King Jr. I thought this reader question was very appropriate. Kris wrote in to ask, “Does Yosemite ever close?” The answer is…sorta. Yosemite does not close for holidays or weekends. There are always staff available to help. Most of the concessionaires…
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Reader Question: How much does it cost to get into Yosemite?
Rainy wrote in: “My fiance and I are planning our first trip to Yosemite, how much does it cost to get in?” It’s only $20 per car to enter the park. That may seem a bit steep at first but the entrance fee is good for 7 days so that’s really less than $3 per…
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What You Know Could Save Your Life
abc30.com: Rangers at Yosemite have rescued several people from the cold, wet conditions this winter. The pristine powder that now covers Yosemite’s slopes is a strong draw for skiers and snowshoers. Jeff Techau, Yosemite Visitor: ‘We came up with a group from San Luis Obispo area, we’ve been up here for two days, just having…
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New Guy Likes Road Closure
Hi everyone. It can be a hassle when you’re driving, but the closure of Northside Drive opens up a big part of the valley for car-less, quiet stuff like hiking, snowshoeing, etc. No noise from speeding Hummers, massive RV’s, or bikers on chopped Hogs. The animals seem to like it, too – they walk down…
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How To Be Safe While Driving This Winter
The California Department of Transportation has come up with some great hints and tips before you set off for the mountains this winter. Caltrans: “Make sure your brakes, windshield wipers, defroster, heater and exhaust system are in top condition. Check your antifreeze and be ready for colder temperatures. You may want to add special solvent…
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Badger Opening December 20th
Grab your skis or snowboard Badger Pass is scheduled to open Thursday, December 20. Food Service opens at 8:00 a. m.; Tickets, Rentals, Ski and Snowboard School, and Cross-Country 8:30 a.m.; Lifts and Sport Shop 9:00 a.m. For more information and snow conditions call 372-1000.
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Hwy 140 and 120 Construction News
Just to echo Edie’s earlier sentiments about construction driving to and from the Valley… this was recently issued by NPS regarding restrictions on travel at the 120/140 junction. (Hwy 41 is not impacted.) Careful guys – don’t get stuck! ____________________________________________ December 10, 2007 El Portal Road Reconstruction Hours Announced in Yosemite National Park: Road construction…
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More Snow Means More Winter Closings
Snow and winter weather is officially signaling the beginning of winter which means some services will be closing until next spring. Currently the Mariposa Grove Gift Shop is now closed for the season. Also, the RV sanitary dump at Wawona is closed for the season. If you should need to use the RV dump station…
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Caution: Construction Ahead
A lot of road work projects are currently underway in Yosemite Valley and with the quickly approaching winter months everyone should use a little extra caution while driving in the Valley. NPS: “Over the next two days Northside Drive will close again for eastbound traffic and will close for westbound traffic at El Cap Crossover.…
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Climbing’s Growing Popularity Damaging to the Environment
Climbing Yosemite’s big walls and peaks has long been considered a sport for only the most hardcore but with the sports growing popularity many would-be peak baggers are making their way out of the gym and heading for the National Parks where growing crowds of climbers are wreaking havoc on the environment. Daily Herald: “Evidence…