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Columbia State Historic Park: Hidden Jewel of the Gold Country
Just a little north of Yosemite, tucked among the picturesque and historic foothills lies one of California’s hidden gems, Columbia State Historic Park. Once known as the “Gem of the South Mines”, Columbia is a town frozen in time. Columbia provides a first-hand look into life into California at the peak of the gold rush…
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Yosemite Weather: Snow and rain in the forecast for Wednesday and Thursday
There appears to be another storm front moving in. Snow is forecast for Wednesday and Thursday with the snow level at 6,500 feet on Wednesday then dropping to 5,500 feet on Thursday. Chance of rain for the lower elevations both days.
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Yosemite to Implement Temporary Reservation System
If you’re planning on heading up to Yosemite this summer be sure to get your reservation. Just like many theme parks, Yosemite National Park will implement a “temporary” registration system beginning May 20th.
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Yosemite Open for Firefall but Reservations Required
If you’re planning on visiting Yosemite to take in the world famous firefall over the next couple of weeks you likely won’t be disappointed. Recent rains and snowmelt have been creating some pretty spectacular views around the valley. You will however need a reservation to enter the park.
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Glacier Point and Tioga Roads Close for Season
It’s that time of year again when snow closes the Tioga Pass and Glacier Point roads.
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Free Entry for Earth Day, April 20th, 2019
Entry to Yosemite National Park will be free on Saturday April 20th in celebration of Earth Day, National Junior Ranger Day, National Park Week, and John Muir’s Birthday. There will be free activities for visitors including: Learn about how you can reduce waste at the Sustainability booth. Bring an empty single-use camp propane canister and trade…
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Half Dome Hiking Permit Lottery Begins March 13th
After a bit of a delay, the annual for Half Dome summit permits will begin on March 13th at 7:00am PDT. Permits are required for all hikers wishing to ascend the subdome steps and the Half Dome cables seven days a week when the cables are up. During the preseason lottery, 225 permits are available…
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Highway 41 Open
Wawona Road (Hwy 41) has reopened between South Entrance and Yosemite Valley. Watch for debris on the road.
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Highway 140 Closing for Safety
Due to heavy rain, Highway 140 from Mariposa/Merced will close Wednesday February 13th at 3:00pm and is anticipated to remain closed through Thursday morning.
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More Areas Closed
More areas have closed within Yosemite National Park as a result of the government shutdown.