Update Thursday, 12:30 P.M.: Caltrans Announces Tioga Pass (State Route 120) is Now Open at Crane Flat Road inside Yosemite National Park

October 25, 2023 - TUOLUMNE COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is issuing notice of the temporary closure of State Route 120 East (Tioga Pass) at Crane Flat Road inside Yosemite National Park due to snowy conditions, beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

Caltrans will keep SR-120 West (Tioga Pass) open from the Yosemite National Park entrance (Mono County line) to State Route 395.

There is currently no estimated time of opening for this stretch of State Route 120.

For the latest road condition information, tune your radio to the Caltrans Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) at 530 AM, 1610 AM or 1670 AM, or call the Caltrans Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

Real-time conditions are also available online and for mobile devices at quickmap.dot.ca.gov.

Changeable Message Signs with flashing beacons will have information regarding the pass closures.

This is a good time to remember these tips:

• Slow down on rain or snow slick roads to prevent spin outs.
• Allow for extra travel time.
• Carry chains at all times, check tires, and windshield wiper fluid.
• Visibility decreases during snow fall.
• Carry an emergency kit with extra food, water, clothing, and sleeping bag.

For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert. For the latest road conditions, visit www.quickmap.dot.ca.gov
Source: Caltrans