Parking is available at
Yosemite Village, Curry Village, and near Yosemite Falls
. If you find a parking space, plan to leave your car there; you will not be able to find another parking spot. Use the free shuttle (not available in 2021) to get around Yosemite Valley.
How much is parking at Yosemite?
| Description Good For: Cost | Individual (on foot, horseback, or bus) 7 Days, Yosemite National Park $15 | Motorcycle 7 Days, Yosemite National Park $30 | Automobile 7 Days, Yosemite National Park $35 | Yosemite Pass (automobile) 1 Year, Yosemite National Park $70 |
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Can I just drive in Yosemite National Park?
All of the roads in Yosemite National Park are scenic, but
the most famous scenic drive is along the Tioga Road, a 46-mile (62 km) drive from Crane Flat to Tioga Pass
. The road is typically open from late May or early June through sometime in November. (Check current road conditions.)
Can you park outside Yosemite and walk in?
Know Where to Park in Yosemite
You don't need your vehicle if you are staying outside the park and plan to visit just Yosemite Valley for the day and return to lodging at night.
You can take YARTS in and out of the park
. Once in the park you can walk, bike or take a free shuttle almost anywhere you want to go.
What is the best month to visit Yosemite?
The best times to visit Yosemite are
May and September
, when the park is accessible, but not too crowded. It's important to know that many roads and trails in Yosemite are closed for the majority of the year due to snow.
Is 2 days enough for Yosemite?
However,
two days will be enough time for one great hike
(the best way to see Yosemite) and a few other glimpses into what this 1,200 square-mile UNESCO World Heritage site and natural wonder reveals to visitors.
How many days do I need to visit Yosemite?
If you only plan to do a few hikes and drive around to see the sights,
three days
is enough to see most everything. If you'd like to linger, you'll have time to enjoy more ranger-led activities, attend evening programs, take tours, and hang around enjoying the scenery.
Can you sleep in your car in Yosemite?
Within Yosemite National Park,
you may not sleep in your car or RV except in a campsite that you're registered to stay in
(except at Camp 4, where sleeping in cars is not allowed because it's a walk-in campground). Sleeping in your car along the side of the road is not allowed.
Can I park overnight in Yosemite?
Sleeping in your car or RV overnight in a parking lot or along the side of the road is not allowed
. You may store food inside your car (out of sight, with windows completely closed) only during daylight hours. Empty your car of all food, drinks, coolers, toiletries, and trash after dark.
Do I need a reservation to just drive through Yosemite?
You do not need a reservation to drive into Yosemite before 6 am or after 4 pm
.
Can you enter Yosemite without reservation?
Lodging and Camping
Other than the entrance fee, you don't need a reservation or permit to visit Yosemite
. However, you should get a lodging or campground reservation if you plan to spend the night.
What is the easiest drive into Yosemite?
Highway 120
will be the best way to approach Yosemite if you are coming from the big cities of San Francisco or Sacramento and their major airports. This scenic route skirts around the Northern edge of Mariposa County and passes through the lovely towns of Buck Meadows and Groveland.
How do I sneak into Yosemite?
- Take the Back Roads. Not every road into Yosemite is bisected by an admission booth. …
- Catch the Red Eye. The Yosemite entrance booths aren't manned round the clock. …
- Hike In. The Pacific Crest/John Muir Trail runs right through the heart of Yosemite. …
- Bus In. …
- Trash Talk Your Way In.
Can you hike Half Dome in May?
Most years, the cables of Half Dome go up on the Friday before Memorial Day, at the end of May.
Permits are required to hike Half Dome
.
How far in advance can you book Yosemite?
Reservations are available
366 days in advance
and are strongly recommended, especially from spring through fall and during holidays. If you can't find lodging inside the park, consider staying in private lodging in neighboring communities.
How far is Yosemite from San Francisco?
Yosemite is about
170 miles
away from San Francisco and about a 4-hour drive. So, we recommend starting your day as early as 5 AM or 6 AM to have full experience in the park.
Where should I stay in Yosemite for the first time?
The short answer: The BEST place to stay in Yosemite is
INSIDE the boundaries of the national park
. The long answer: Yes, staying inside Yosemite National Park is more expensive than staying in one of the small towns just outside the park.
How do I survive in Yosemite?
Seek shelter in low forested areas, but avoid tall, solitary trees
. By setting up camp in a safe location before lightning begins, you can enjoy the power and spectacle of a mountain thunderstorm without apprehension. Even during spring and early summer, large areas of Yosemite may retain significant snow cover.
Is Yosemite worth visiting?
Is Yosemite Worth It?
Yosemite is definitely worth visiting for its beauty of nature and unique features that can't be found anywhere else
. If you are the adventurous type or just appreciate the wonder of the great outdoors, Yosemite National Park is one of the best trips you can take.
Is Lake Tahoe near Yosemite?
Yosemite is
124 miles from Lake Tahoe
via US-395 S it takes approximately 2 hours 34 mins.
How far apart are Sequoia and Yosemite?
The drive from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park is
215 miles
(346 km).
Is Yosemite crowded in June?
Spring (April, May, June) is one of the best times to visit Yosemite Valley because
the crowds are low
and the waterfalls are at their peak.
Where can I sleep outside of Yosemite?
- Hodgdon Meadow.
- Carne Flat.
- Tamarack Flat.
- White Wolf.
- Yosemite Creek.
- Porcupine Creek.
- Porcupine Flat.
- Tuolumne Meadows.
Is there BLM land near Yosemite?
There are three developed BLM campgrounds along the Merced River between Briceburg and Bagby
. The campgrounds are accessed by crossing the suspension bridge just past the Briceburg Visitor Center and heading down river along the unpaved Briceburg River Road (old Yosemite Valley Railroad Grade).
