No. Peak-hour reservations are not required for the rest of 2025.

We anticipate the National Park Service will provide updates later this year regarding possible reservation requirements for the Horsetail Fall event in February 2026 and summer 2026. As soon as announcements are made, we’ll share the details here.

For more details, visit our Reservation Information Page.

• Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road remain temporarily closed due to a forecast of snow.  Note, while initially temporary, it can be expected that these roads could remain closed for the remainder of the winter season. Please call (209) 372-0200, then 1, and 1) for road status updates.
• The Wawona Hotel is closed to the public for a multi-year repair project.  
• Road & Trail Closures/Status:

• Half Dome cables are down for the season. A permit is required to hike to the top of Half Dome when the cables are up.
• Mist Trail, John Muir Trail, and Panorama Trail (Vernal Fall-Nevada Fall corridor)

  • Two trail projects are improving safety in the Vernal and Nevada Falls corridor. Expect some temporary changes to access in this area this fall.

    The John Muir Trail from Clark Point to its junction with the Panorama Trail near Nevada Fall will be under construction from September 10 through December 3, 2025, for trail repair. A detour is available for hikers via the Mist Trail (from the top of Vernal Fall to the top of Nevada Fall).

    The Panorama Trail will be closed in the vicinity of the John Muir Trail junction, with no access between Glacier Point and Nevada Fall, on the following dates, from 7 am to 6 pm, due to helicopter operations:

    • November 17–18 (subject to change)

    • November 20–21 (subject to change)

  • Additionally, the following trails will be closed due to blasting on some weekdays through early December:

    • The Panorama Trail in the vicinity of the John Muir Trail junction

    • The full Mist Trail (from just above Vernal Fall footbridge to near the top of Nevada Fall).

    • The Clark Point cutoff trail (the trail between Clark Point and Silver Apron).

    • Blasting closures are currently planned for November 10 from 10 am to 4 pm. The next tentative blasting day is November 14.

      During these times, the only two destinations in the Vernal and Nevada Falls area open from Yosemite Valley or Glacier Point will be Vernal Fall footbridge (with a view of Vernal Fall) and Clark Point (with a view of Nevada Fall); there will be no access to the top of Vernal or Nevada Falls.

Mist Trail and John Muir Trail Closures - late fall 2025. Courtesy Yosemite National Park

• El Capitan Crossover Delays 

  Starting Monday, November 17, crews began work to stabilize the El Captan Bridge. This work will include single lane traffic control with 15 minute delays, Monday through Friday, 7 am to 6 pm.  There will also be intermittent closures of El Capitan Crossover when crews are removing trees, loading and unloading equipment, etc. The delays will continue to March 2026. Due to safety concerns, the parking, trails around the bridge and Shuttle Stop No. 9 at the El Capitan Bridge will be closed. Expect large amounts of truck traffic over the next few months, so please slow down and be patient as you drive in the El Capitan Bridge area, such as along Northside Drive and El Capitan Crossover. The area will also be closed to pedestrians while crews are working.
  

• Glacier Point Geology Hut Renovations - the Yosemite Historic Preservation Crew has closed off access to the Glacier Point Geology Hut for visitor safety while the building is being restored for its 100th Anniversary! 
  
• Bike Rental Stands are all closed for the season.
• Campground Status
  • In Yosemite Valley
    • Open - Upper Pines, Camp 4 - all require reservations (i.e no walk-ins)
    • Closed  - Lower Pines, North Pines
  • Outside Yosemite Valley
    • Open - Wawona, Hodgdon Meadow (both are first-come, first served).
    • Closed -  Crane Flat, Bridalveil Creek, Porcupine Flat, Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, Crane Flat, Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, Yosemite Creek, and Tuolumne Meadows
      
      

Essential tips to maximize your experience during your visit to Yosemite:

1. Optimal Visit Times: Arrive early in the morning (Before 5:00 AM) or later in the afternoon (After 4:00 PM) to avoid peak times and reservation requirements. Remember, the park is accessible 24 hours a day (excluding Hetch Hetchy), allowing for flexible planning.
2. Weekday Visits: If possible, visit mid-week. While early Spring is generally less crowded than the Summer, weekends and holidays can still get busy. If your trip includes weekends, explore the diverse activities in Yosemite's Southern Gateway, such as local attractions, historical sites, wine tasting, hiking, axe throwing, and relaxing at Bass Lake.
3. Guided and Adventure Tours: Take advantage of guided tours and hikes. Tours offer a unique perspective of Yosemite, relieve the hassle of parking, and are your ticket to the park during reservation periods.
4. Explore Beyond the Valley: Visit areas like Wawona near the south gate entrance. Rich in history and activities, Wawona offers the Yosemite History Center, stagecoach rides, various hikes, a dog-friendly trail, and dining at the historic Wawona Hotel.
5. Take Public Transportation: May - September, utilize YARTS for convenient travel to Yosemite with daily early buses on Highway 41, departing from Oakhurst at 7:10 AM and 8:55 AM; visit www.yarts.com for schedules and details.
   
6. Stay Informed with Traffic Alerts: Sign up for Yosemite's valley traffic alerts by texting YNPTRAFFIC to 333111 to stay updated on traffic conditions, enhancing your visit planning.

For more information:

VISIT: Yosemite's Current Conditions page
CALL: Oakhurst Visitor Center at (559) 683-4636
STOP BY: Oakhurst Visitor Center located at 40343 Highway 41 (daily from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm)

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