If you’re thinking about backpacking into one of the great Yosemite high country destinations then you’d better get going. October 15th is the last day overnight parking will be allowed along the Tioga Road.

There have been 11 bears hit by cars this year. Most often bears will dash across the road in front of your car giving you little time to respond. By driving responsibly and obeying all posted speed limits in the park you help protect yourself, your property, and the life you save could be a…

Got some free time on your hands and looking for something to do? Can you tell the difference between a warbler and a blue jay a mile away just by its call? Then here’s a great opportunity to volunteer some time and help ID some of the beautiful birds found along the Merced River. “Experienced…

Whether you’re a first time visitor to Yosemite or you’re known on sight when you enter the park, American Park Network has something for everyone. Creators of the little green guide you’re often given at the gate, American Park Network has everything ranging from geology of Yosemite, flora and fauna, history, and even a section…

Bridalveil Creek Campground and Yosemite Creek Campground have closed for the season.

The Highway 140 bypass is now open 24 hours a day to one way controlled traffic (via traffic signal). Vehicles over 28′ in length are not allowed however so you’ll still have to take your Diesel Pusher motorhome up over 41 or 120.

Here’s an interesting video from over at YouTube of a bobcat by Lower Yosemite Falls.

NPS: Bears have been active in all Valley campgrounds. Most bears are obtaining food while the visitors are around the campfire with their food far out of sight and reach. Please keep food locked up if you are not eating it! There have been car breakins at Curry Village, Housekeeping, Yosemite Lodge, Camp 4 and…

Did you know that there are 747,956 total acres or 1,169 miles of land in Yosemite National Park? Did you know that 94.5% of that is wilderness?