Yosemite in Winter
Sierra Sun Times file photo

November 20, 2018 - Yosemite National Park Announces winter operations in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias to begin on Friday, November 30, 2018.

The Mariposa Grove will be closed to automobiles for the winter season beginning on Friday, November 30, 2018. The Mariposa Grove Shuttle Service also ends for the season on November 30, 2018. Visitors can use the South Entrance Parking Area and walk into the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.

The visitor contact station and gift shop located in the Depot at Mariposa Grove will be open during the winter season, as weather and road conditions permit. During the month of December, the Depot will be open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The Depot operations in January and February may vary depending upon weather and road conditions. 

All roads within the park are subject to chain control or temporary closures due to hazardous driving conditions. All motorists should carry tire chains, even if their car is equipped with four-wheel drive. Tire chains may be required at any time based on conditions.

For updated 24-hour road and weather conditions for Yosemite National Park, please call 209-372-0200.
Source: NPS