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Dark Hole Fire

Dark Hole Fire: This lightning caused fire began on July 17, 2014 in designated Wilderness, near the Yosemite Creek Campground. The fire is being suppressed by handline construction using minimum impact suppression tactics and natural barriers of granite ridgelines and out-croppings. Minimal fire activity is occurring. Minimal smoke production was observed.

The fire is currently 862 acres and is 100% contained.
Fire resources assigned include 61 firefighters.
The fire began on July 17, 2014 due to lightning.
The fire perimeter is within Yosemite National Park designated wilderness.
Yosemite Creek Campground is closed

Campgrounds & Roads Affected

All park roads are open.
Yosemite Creek Campground is closed due to the Dark Hole Fire.
Bridalveil Creek and Crane Flat Campgrounds are now re-opened.
Crane Flat Campground is partially open.

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