The embankment below the road has moved as much as 15 feet downslope and has significant water flow through it. It is not safe to open the road even to limited traffic, and doing so would likely lead to additional road failure. 4/4
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The road has a crack that is about 200 feet long and up to four feet deep. The road surface has moved two to three inches vertically and horizontally and is continuing to move. 3/4
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Visitors entering Yosemite via Hwy 120 from the west can reach Hodgdon Mdw and Hetch Hetchy, but not other areas of the park (including Yosemite Valley). From Yosemite Valley, visitors can drive up the Big Oak Flat Rd to reach the Tuolumne & Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias. 2/4
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Big Oak Flat Road (continuation of Hwy 120 west into Yosemite) is closed from just inside the park boundary to Merced Grove. The road will be closed at least until mid-June and possibly into July. We are working with the Federal Highway Administration to start repairs ASAP. 1/4
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Yosemite Valley will then reopen fully on Monday at 7 am.
Rivers are running very high and are extremely dangerous. Do not go into or even approach rivers in Yosemite. (2/)
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The river did not rise as much as forecast, so Yosemite Valley will be open Sunday from 7 am to 8 pm for day-use only with very limited services. The only concession services available in Yosemite Valley will be the Village Store, Village Grill, and Degnan’s Kitchen. (1/2)
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It's possible emergency response could be delayed. As a result, please #RecreateResponsibly and avoid unnecessary risk. Rivers in Yosemite will be flowing very high and will be extremely dangerous. Do not enter or approach them. (3/3)
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If visiting, expect:
-Heavy congestion, traffic delays, and extremely limited parking
-Strict enforcement of parking regulations
-Potential for additional road closures and detours based on water levels and traffic
-Very limited opportunities for hiking and other recreation (2/3)
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As announced yesterday, much of Yosemite Valley will close starting Friday, April 28, at 10 pm, due to a forecast of flooding. Western Yosemite Valley will remain open but could close if traffic congestion or parking issues become unmanageable. (1/3)
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There will be no visitor access (including pedestrian access) east of that road. Parking in western Yosemite Valley and throughout the park will be extremely limited. Do not park off road. No services will be available in western Yosemite Valley. (4/4)
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During this closure, Wawona, Mariposa Grove (via hike only), Crane Flat area, Hetch Hetchy, and western Yosemite Valley will be open. In Yosemite Valley, the closure will be at El Capitan crossover (the road that crosses the Merced River just east of El Capitan). (3/4)
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Reservations for lodging and campgrounds in eastern Yosemite Valley will automatically be canceled and refunded. Wilderness permits can be rescheduled to alternate trailheads as space allows. (2/4)
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Most of Yosemite Valley will close starting Friday, April 28, at 10 pm, due to a forecast of flooding. This closure will last until Wednesday, May 3—possibly longer. Additional flooding and closures may occur later in May or June. (1/4)
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Even though Yosemite’s high country is still blanketed in snow, it’s time for our winter rangers to say farewell. Rob and Laura experienced a memorable winter in Tuolumne Meadows and worked tirelessly during the parade of storms we saw this year: nps.gov/yose/blogs/upd
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2023 marks the 100th year of Yosemite Conservancy’s service to Yosemite National Park! One of the ways we're celebrating 100 years of impact in the park is by sharing the stories of people who make our work possible — YOUR stories!
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When single-use propane cylinders are discarded, they’re classified as hazardous waste; costly to collect, store, transport and recycle. The Conservancy, and are working together to reduce improper disposal of single-use propane cylinders. 1/3🧵
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We are so excited to be bringing our new adaptation of #RomeoAndJuliet to and for #EarthDay weekend, April 20-23. The show is full of live music, environmental themes, and this time they don't die!
#shakespeare #adaptation #ecotheatre #ecoarts
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UPDATE: We are not going to be able to open the Mariposa Grove for both vehicles and pedestrians due to some new safety issues.
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Trails to the Tuolumne and Merced Groves are also covered in several feet of snow. Wear waterproof boots and traction devices as even plowed paths can be icy. Hiking on snow-covered trails is not recommended. 5/5
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The only access to the Mariposa Grove is via a four-mile round-trip hike with 500 feet of elevation gain/loss. If you attempt to travel beyond the end of the plowed road, expect several feet of snow. 4/5
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The Mariposa Grove Road is closed to vehicles but is plowed and open to pedestrians. The road has some damage. Please stay on the plowed portion of road and watch for heavy equipment. 3/5
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Both roads were damaged in recent storms and have one-lane sections controlled by traffic lights. Watch for damaged road shoulders and for heavy equipment on the roads.
Badger Pass Rd is closed until further notice.
Call 209/372-0200 (then 1, 1) to check road conditions. 2/5
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Big Oak Flat Road (continuation of Highway 120 west of Yosemite) will open tomorrow, Friday, March 24, at noon. Chains are required.
Wawona Road (continuation of Highway 41) will open tomorrow, Friday, March 24, at 5 pm. 1/5
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For our Tuolumne Meadows winter rangers, the calendar on the wall says that it is now spring, but it sure looks and feels like mid-winter to them! Check their latest update for the weekly details on high country conditions and more: nps.gov/yose/blogs/upd
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Other services and areas of the park will reopen as park recovery efforts such as these continue. 11/11
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The park has documented 22 rockslides, debris flows, and other slope failures along park roads during this time, most of which have been mitigated. 10/11
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Since February 21, when the series of storms started, Yosemite Valley has received over 21 inches of liquid precipitation and Tuolumne Meadows has received over 15 feet of new snow. 9/11
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The park has been closed since February 25 due to a series of storms that damaged roads and other facilities. 8/11
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Visitors should be prepared for the possibility of road closures and tire chain requirements. Please call 209/372-0200 (then 1, 1) to check road conditions. 7/11
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Winter weather is again in the forecast next week. However, conditions permitting, Yosemite Valley will open 24 hours per day starting Monday, March 20, with limited overnight lodging. Campgrounds are still buried in snow and will not open immediately. 6/11
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While several miles of paved pedestrian paths in Yosemite Valley are plowed, all hiking trails are covered in snow. Wear waterproof boots and traction devices as even plowed paths can be icy. 4/11
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All other roads and areas of the park, including Big Oak Flat and Wawona Roads, will remain closed. 3/11
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The only access to Yosemite Valley will be via Highway 140 and El Portal Road, with a short detour in El Portal. Hetch Hetchy will reopen from 8 am to 5 pm daily but will only be accessible via Highway 120 west of Yosemite and Evergreen Road. 2/11
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Yosemite National Park will restore minimal public access starting Saturday, March 18, 2023. Yosemite Valley will be open from sunrise to sunset starting Saturday, with very limited services available. 1/11
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Yosemite will remain closed through Thursday, March 16—possibly longer. A partial reopening on March 17 is a best-case scenario. Another storm system is forecast starting today, with additional storms forecast next week. The park will provide an update late next week.
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Yosemite will remain closed through Sunday, March 12—possibly longer. Reopening on March 13 is a best-case scenario. Another storm system is forecast at the end of the week that could result in further impacts to the park. The park will provide an update early next week.
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Yosemite has experienced significant snowfall in all areas of the park, with snow up to 15 feet deep in some areas and the park’s closure on Feb. 25. Park crews are working to restore critical services so visitors can safely return. There is no estimated date for reopening.
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Yosemite National Park is now closed through Wednesday, March 1, due to severe winter conditions.
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