Search results for: “Wawona”
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Ranger Saves Lives of Yosemite Visitors
On May 26, 2009, Yosemite National Park Ranger Dan Abbe was flagged down by park visitors on his way to work in Yosemite Valley. Abbe was traveling on the Wawona Road and entered the pullout about 2.5 miles south of the Wawona Tunnel. He was informed that there was a vehicle over the side of…
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Answering the Age-Old Question for Reader Primoz
Reader Primoz from Slovenia sent in an email: “First of all let me introduce my self. My name is Primoz and I’m from small country in central Europe called Slovenia. It’s a small but very beautiful country. I’m 29 years old. I am coming to US for the first time in june. I will be…
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Airports Near Yosemite
The majority of the visitors to Yosemite arrive in California via airplane before renting a car or RV and driving to the park. So what airports are close to Yosemite? It’s not easy to tell when you’re booking your flight online. Here’s a quick list that should help you out some. Remember if you’re staying…
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Bicycling in Yosemite
Bicycles are a great way to get around in Yosemite Valley. They not only save the environment by not polluting the air with car exhaust but they don’t take up a lot of room in parking lots and they’re easier to pull over when you see something you want to take a picture of. With…
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Where to Get Gas in Yosemite
Not that long ago fueling up your car in Yosemite wasn’t an issue then, in the 1980’s, stricter environmental standards came into effect in California forcing the gas stations in Yosemite Valley to close and their pumps and tanks removed. Today there’s only a 3 places you can get gas within the park if you’re…
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More Spring Openings
Trails The Vernal Fall Comfort Station is now open. The drinking fountain will be turned on as soon as night time temperatures remain above freezing until then carry your own water. If you plan on pumping or treating water from the river be VERY careful as the river flows are high and the rocks are…
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Man Pleads Guilty to Hunting in Yosemite
Rangers from the Wawona, Valley and Mather Districts were staking out an illegal tree stand inside the park’s boundary last October 4th when a hunter armed with a rifle climbed into the stand. The rangers watched the man – later identified as Phillip Bradley, 62, of Merced, California – for another hour, then took him…
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Badger Pass Opening Saturday, December 20
That’s it. The headline pretty much says it. I know I’ll be heading up to this ski area for opening weekend! The snow is amazing -I spoke with the Director of Guest Recreation who took a few “test turns” today, and he was really impressed with how nice the skiing was – firm but soft…
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Got Plans for New Years Yet?
So what are your plans for New Years Eve? What better way to kick off a new year than by celebrating in Yosemite. There are 3 major events happening in the park at the Ahwahnee, Yosemite Lodge at the Falls and the historic Wawona Hotel. The Ahwahnee is holding a roaring 20’s themed dance celebration…
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Current Yosemite Road Conditions
IMPORTANT: Please call 209.372.0200 then press 1 and 1 for the latest road conditions. If you’re planning on traveling during fall, winter or spring beware, roads may be icy, and may have snow or water on them. You are required by federal law to carry tire chains when entering a designated chain control area. Tire…