A wildfire was reported around 2:45 p.m. this afternoon in the western portion of Yosemite National Park. The “Dog Rock Fire,” is currently at 130 acres and multiple aircraft are en route to suppress the fire. Yosemite National Park fire crews, along with crews from several agencies, are working together …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Launches Temporary Peak Hours Reservation System May 20
Beginning Friday, May 20, Yosemite National Park will implement a temporary peak hours reservation system. Building on lessons learned during the summer reservation systems in 2020 and 2021, the Peak Hours reservation system is designed to spread visitation out and reduce chronic congestion in the park. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/yosemite-national-park-launches-temporary-peak-hours-reservation-system-may-20.htm
Read More »Dog Rock Fire Suppression Efforts Continue in Yosemite National Park
Suppression efforts continue on the approximately 250 acre Dog Rock Fire in Yosemite National Park. Air and ground attack has been aided by favorable weather conditions, which have resulted in minimal fire growth on the western boundary of the park near the Highway 140 entrance. Currently, there is no estimate …
Read More »Highway 140 in Yosemite National Park Reopens
The Highway 140 entrance into Yosemite National Park will re-open as of Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. The highway, referred to as El Portal Road within the park boundary, was closed on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 due to the Dog Rock Fire. Additionally, electrical power to Yosemite Valley …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Celebrates 35th Anniversary of Deaf Services
Yosemite National Park is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the park’s Deaf Services Program. To celebrate this milestone, the park will host special programs throughout the weekend of Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26, 2014. Special programs will include a Junior Ranger talk and Nature Walk given by certified …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Proposes Entrance Fee and Campground Fee Increase
Yosemite National Park is proposing to increase entrance fees into the park. The single vehicle entrance fee would change from $ 20 to $ 30 for a seven day pass. The park’s annual pass would increase from $ 40 to $ 60. The current rate of $ 10 per individual …
Read More »Yosemite National Park and The Ansel Adams Gallery to Hold Award Ceremony and Art Exhibition on October 25
Yosemite National Park and The Ansel Adams Gallery sponsored a Gateway Expressions Student Art and Poetry Contest in September of this year. The park received a record 230 submissions from local community schools. Artwork was divided into categories and winning pieces were selected by park staff and park partners. Winning …
Read More »Sustainability Conference to be Held in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Gateway Partners is hosting the first Yosemite Sustainability Conference in Yosemite National Park on December 8 through December 10, 2014. The conference is a three-day learning and networking forum dedicated to helping local and state businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations transition to economic, environmental, and social sustainability through …
Read More »Yosemite National Park and Berchtesgaden National Park Sign Formal Sister Park Arrangement
Yosemite National Park and Berchtesgaden National Park in Germany have signed a sister park arrangement. The formal arrangement outlines the commitment from both parks to foster international cooperation in preserving these protected areas. The arrangement was signed by Yosemite National Park Superintendent Don Neubacher and Dr. Michael Vogel, Berchtesgaden National …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Youth Programs Inspire Next Generation of Park Stewards
A group of high school students from across California, who dubbed themselves “The Triumphant Turtles” for their slow and steady approach to achieving goals, credit the Adventure Risk Challenge program in Yosemite National Park for fueling a passion for conservation, improved leadership and literacy skills, and forging trails of opportunity …
Read More »Yosemite National Park Launches New Website to Commemorate 125th Anniversary
Yosemite National Park has launched a new website to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Yosemite National Park. The website, which can be found at www.nps.gov/yose/anniversary, provides an innovative way for community members and interested parties to actively participate in the celebrations surrounding the anniversary that will take place throughout the …
Read More »Tioga and Glacier Point Roads Closed for the Season in Yosemite National Park
The Tioga and Glacier Point Roads in Yosemite National Park are closed for the season because of deep snow and icy conditions. A series of storm systems have passed through the Yosemite region over the last several weeks, resulting in snow accumulations of up to two feet of snow in …
Read More »Yosemite National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 19, 2015, Yosemite National Park will waive all entrance fees. The fee free day is available to all visitors in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy. https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/mlk2015.htm
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