UPDATE 4/1/2025: The National Park Service has issued no official release outlining the details of the 2025 daily reservation system. A news release circulating last week reported the apparent approval of a plan, but Republican Rep. Tom McClintock recently took credit for stalling the reservation system once again. McClintock’s district includes Yosemite National Park. “NPS […]
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is best known for majestic waterfalls flowing into the picturesque Yosemite Valley. But there is plenty more to see in the giant sequoia groves, grand meadows and expansive backcountry.
Yosemite is one of the first national parks, established in 1890. John Muir was instrumental in lobbying for the park’s designation as a way to protect and preserve the landscape.
Basic Information
Entrance Fee: Standard Entrance Pass. Vehicle reservations required during summer season.
Size: 1,169 square miles (748,542 acres) with five entrances.
Operating Schedule: The park is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. However, some entrance stations have limited hours or are closed during winter months.
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