El Capitan in Yosemite National Park 
Sierra Sun Times file photo 

November 1, 2025 – Yosemite National Park officials announce that on October 29, Yosemite rangers responded within minutes after visitors reported a “BASE jumper” near El Capitan. Thanks to the quick reaction, coordination, and sharp observations of visitors and rangers, the individual was located and cited for illegal air delivery.

The individual received a mandatory court appearance citation. The National Park Service would like to remind all visitors that parachuting, paragliding, or BASE jumping within national park boundaries is illegal. These activities can endanger both participants and others in the area and disrupt park operations.

Hats off to the rangers and vigilant visitors whose quick thinking and cooperation made this enforcement possible.

Source: NPS