Do All Tents Have Bear Boxes In Curry Village?

Each tent cabin at Curry Village has a locker

; locker size depends on tent cabin size.

Are there bears in Curry Village Yosemite?

Black bears out in the west aren’t particularly aggressive

– they’re not going to charge you in the middle of Curry Village! They’re not all that likely to be in Curry Village – too many people, too noisy. They might wander through at night, but staff will scare them off.

How big are bear boxes in Curry Village?

A Bear Box is a place to store all drinks, food, coolers, trash, and toiletries. Anything that may have a scent that may attract bears. The lockers measure:

35.5′′ W x 20.5′′ D x 23′′ H (Small Tent Cabins) and 47.5′′ W x 20.5′′ D x 23′′ H (Large Tent Cabins)

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Do you need a lock for bear lockers?

No. You can’t put a lock on the bear box food lockers.

Is Curry Village the same as Half Dome Village?

Curry Village or Camp Curry sits in an incredible location just below Half Dome and Glacier Point and is a unique and scenic place for families visiting Yosemite National Park.

Curry Village was also known as Half Dome Village between 2016 and 2019

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Can I boil water in Curry Village?

No cooking is allowed

— not even camp stoves to heat water — but you can get free hot water from the village coffee bar, which is useful for making instant oatmeal for breakfast. Dining options are relatively affordable in Curry Village and pricier at around Yosemite Village.

Are Curry Village showers open?

In Yosemite Valley, there are showers at Curry Village (

open all year

) and at Housekeeping Camp (closed in winter). The Tuolumne Meadows Lodge has public showers in summer only with very restricted hours. There are no public showers in Wawona.

Does Curry Village have bathrooms?

A smorgasbord of

cabins with bathrooms

, cabins without bathrooms, and tent cabins, Curry Village is a sprawling glamping mecca for visitors staying in Yosemite Valley.

What should I bring to Camp Curry?

1. Pillows (1 per bed, 2 per double bed)
2. Sheets.
3. Blankets (NOTE: the blankets are warm and sufficient, even in mid-April, but definitely not plush or cozy; they are a little rough to the touch)
4. Towels.
5. An overhead light (in both heated and unheated tents)

Do bears mess with tents?

Will Bears Bother You In A Tent? Generally speaking, bears don’t want to be around you any more than you want to be around them. Since most black and brown bears are really just looking for food,

they usually only bother people in a tent if they smell something tasty inside

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How do you bear proof a tent?

1. Hang your food pack from a tree limb that is at least 10 feet off the ground.
2. Don’t leave food in your tent.
3. Leave your tent flaps open so that a bear can walk in and check for food without resorting to force.

Will I see a bear in Yosemite?

Brown bears, including grizzlies, can be found in North America, but not in Yosemite National Park

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Do bear boxes work?

Bear Boxes are designed to not only keep attractive items out of sight, but also to impede the scent of food and fragrant items

. If unsure about storage of a particular item, store the item in the container anyway. It’s important that campers use the bear boxes to avoid unwelcome visits from the local wildlife.

Can you fit a cooler in a bear locker?

Re: Do large coolers fit inside the bear bins at the campground? You’ll have to measure your cooler and see it if will fit. And

yes, your cooler absolutely has to go into the bear box

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Do I need a bear box?

Protecting your food from bears is recommended in any area that is inhabited by bears, and

using a bear canister is required in many state and national parks, national forests and wilderness areas, and a number of other public lands

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Why is Curry Village closed?

In response to rockfall events during 2008, the National Park Service realigned the boundary of the rockfall hazard zone in Curry Village.

To reduce health and safety hazards

, all of the structures within the updated rockfall hazard zone were closed.

Why did Curry Village change its name?

In 2016, the name was temporarily changed to Half Dome Village due to

a trademark dispute between the National Park Service and a private concessions company, Delaware North

. The name was restored in 2019 along with others in Yosemite, upon settlement of the dispute.

Does Curry Village allow Dogs?

Luckily,

there are a few cabins that are dog friendly

located in Curry Village which is within Yosemite’s vicinity.

Can you have a campfire in Curry Village?

Not sure if you’re aware, but

no campfires in Curry Village

. They’re not allowed.

Can you cook in Curry Village?

Since

no cooking is allowed

there, I’ll avoid anything that needs to be heated up.

Are there fire pits in Curry Village?

The bar has a fire pit

and is warm and cozy. We had some quick snacks and drinks our first night.

How late can you check into Curry Village?

What are the check-in and check-out times at Curry Village? You can check in from

5:00 PM – 10:00 AM

. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Can you camp in Yosemite in December?

Yes, it is 100% safe to camp in Yosemite in the winter

. Keep an eye on the weather, and you can always call the park number, (209) 372-0200, and ask a ranger about the conditions.

Is it safe to camp in Yosemite?

Yes it is safe to use a tent

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Are Dogs allowed in Curry Village Yosemite?

Hello,

Dogs are not allowed in any of the accommodations in Yosemite

. There is a Kennel located at the Valley Stables.

Where is Stoneman house in Yosemite?

The 48-acre property is located

in the heart of Yosemite Valley right below Glacier Point and near Half Dome and Yosemite Village

. The 499 accommodations are ideal for campers and visitors who want to experience the park and its attractions on a more rugged and communal level.