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All of the stories from the Mammoth and Yosemite National Park areas
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Oct- 2024 -10 October
Caught-on-Camera: Bear Sings in a Tree in Yosemite National Park
Wildlife encounters can be frequent for any visitor to Yosemite National Park, especially during a pandemic that has forced officials…
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1 October
Video Shows Tourist Inches from Death Near Yosemite Waterfall, Sparks Outrage
A nerve-wracking video has gone viral on Instagram, showing a man dangerously close to a fatal fall at Yosemite National…
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Sep- 2024 -29 September
Yosemite National Park Updates Entry Reservation System for Remainder of 2024
Yosemite National Park has announced a change to its entry reservation system, adjusting the end time for reservations for the…
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26 September
Yosemite Facelift Returns for Another Year of Park Cleanup
Photo: Yosemite Climbing Association The Yosemite Facelift, an annual volunteer event organized by the Yosemite Climbing Association (YCA), is back…
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16 September
Missing Backpacker Found Dead in Yosemite After Nearly Two Weeks
A tragic end came to the search for a missing backpacker in Yosemite National Park. Kirk S. Thomas Olsen, 61,…
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16 September
Yosemite’s Iconic Historic Hotel Shuts Down Indefinitely
Yosemite National Park has announced the indefinite closure of the historic Wawona Hotel, starting December 2nd, for a comprehensive condition…
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14 September
This Yosemite Hike Might Have the Best Views of North America’s Tallest Waterfall
Perched majestically above Yosemite Valley in California, Eagle Peak stands tall over the wilderness of Yosemite National Park. As the…
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13 September
Yosemite’s Largest Restoration Project Ever is Bringing New Life to the Park
The restoration of Ackerson Meadow, the largest meadow in Yosemite National Park, is almost complete, and it’s already showing vibrant…
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10 September
Body of BASE Jumper Recovered Near Mammoth Lakes After Fatal Accident
Photo: Mono County Sheriff The body of Leonardo Durant, a man who died in a BASE jumping accident on Mount…
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9 September
5 Destinations to Experience Fall Colors in Yosemite National Park
As summer reluctantly yields to the crisp embrace of autumn, Yosemite National Park transforms into a breathtaking spectacle of vibrant…
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9 September
Why Are There License Plates Sticking Out of Trees in Yosemite National Park?
Photo: National Park Service If you’re on a summer hike in Yosemite National Park, you may come across one of…
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5 September
Outside Magazine Lists the Best Hikes in Northern California National Parks. Here’s Our Take.
Photo by Saketh Garuda A list of the best hikes in every National Park in America was compiled by Outside Magazine,…
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1 September
Teen Captures Heart-Stopping Encounter with Mammoth Lakes Bear in Viral Video
A California teenager found herself face-to-face with the bear in Mammoth Lakes, which unexpectedly approached her and placed its paw…
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Aug- 2024 -27 August
SOURCE: Beloved Bear Euthanized After Viral Video Shows Close Encounter with Campers
According to a source, a beloved bear in the Mammoth Lakes area has been euthanized following a run-in with campers…
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25 August
The Yosemite Camping Trip that Changed America
I call it a successful camping trip if I don’t forget the mosquito repellant and a roll of TP. But…
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16 August
Yosemite’s New Timed Entry System Could Become Permanent. Here’s How That Will Impact Visitors.
Yosemite National Park officials are proposing to make a timed entry system a permanent fixture during peak visitation periods to…
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13 August
Fire Danger in Yosemite: Here’s How to Be Fire Safe in California’s Most Popular National Park
Yosemite National Park officials have announced that due to a lack of precipitation and consistently high temperatures, the danger of…
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11 August
There Are Currently 6 Wildfires Burning in Yosemite. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Yosemite National Park officials have provided an update on six lightning-caused fires that have been burning in the park since…
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6 August
Missing Hikers Found Safe in Yosemite National Park
In a relieving turn of events, two hikers who went missing over the weekend in Yosemite National Park have been…
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5 August
Officials Search for Missing Hikers in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating two missing hikers, Miguel Delgado and Ana Rodarte, who…
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Jul- 2024 -29 July
College Student Dies After Falling from Half Dome’s Cable Section
A father-daughter hike in Yosemite National Park turned tragic when 20-year-old Grace Rohloff fell to her death on Half Dome…
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28 July
Remembering the Time it Rained 6,000 Pounds of Marijuana on Yosemite
Photo: Rick Schloss In 1977, Yosemite National Park was a much different place. Rock climbers traveled the world over to…
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21 July
5 Survival Lessons From the Northern California Man Lost in Yosemite For Nearly a Week
Photo by Jason Strull When Alan Chow solo-hiked into the Yosemite National Park wilderness in the spring of 2018, he had…
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19 July
Speeding Kills Wildlife: 5 Bears Have Been Hit by Cars in Yosemite this Year
Yosemite National Park officials are urging visitors to drive cautiously following the deaths of five black bears hit by cars…
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17 July
Yosemite Park Ranger Teaches Important Lesson About Baby Deer in the Wild
Recently at Yosemite National Park, a visitor came across a seemingly abandoned fawn in the wild. Hoping to help, the…
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Jun- 2024 -25 June
Yosemite Releases 250 California Red-Legged Frogs in Reintroduction Effort
Yosemite National Park officials have recently released 250 California red-legged frogs (CRLF) across various sites in Yosemite Valley as part…
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19 June
VIDEO: Tourist Hops Barrier for Dangerous Pose at Yosemite’s Vernal Fall
A visit to Yosemite National Park usually promises awe-inspiring views and natural beauty, but one recent visitor showed exactly what…
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18 June
Climbers Hang ‘Stop the Genocide’ Sign on Yosemite’s El Capitan to Protest War in Palestine
Photo by Dakota Snider On Monday, a group of rock climbers unfurled a large “Stop the Genocide” flag on El…
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17 June
WATCH: Hikers Complete the Dangerous Ascent Up Half Dome Without the Cables
The thrilling hike to the top of Half Dome is a world-famous adventure that became so popular, you now need…
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9 June
Tioga Road Set to Reopen for the Summer Season in Yosemite National Park
Tioga Road, the continuation of Highway 120 through Yosemite National Park, will reopen to the public on Monday, June 10…
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7 June
A Complete Guide to the Outdoor Destinations of California’s Eastern Sierra
Photo by Zongnan Bao U.S. Highway 395 runs from the Canadian border all the way down to Southern California, and approaching…
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May- 2024 -14 May
Endangered Species Breeds in Yosemite for First Time in 25 Years
Yosemite National Park has witnessed the successful breeding of the state-endangered Willow Flycatchers for the first time in over two…
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14 May
This Beautiful California Lake Doesn’t Have Any Fish
Mono Lake, located in California’s Eastern Sierra region, is a unique and fascinating body of water that has been attracting…
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13 May
Northern Lights Bring Beautiful Pink Glow to Yosemite National Park
On Friday night, visitors and residents near Yosemite National Park were treated to an extraordinary display of nature’s beauty: the…
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9 May
It’s Officially ‘Moonbow’ Season in Yosemite. Here’s How to See the Coveted Natural Phenomenon.
Yosemite National Park, with its mesmerizing waterfalls, presents a unique natural phenomenon during the high country snowmelt season – the…
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8 May
Is California’s Super Volcano About to Erupt? New Study Reveals the Probability.
California’s Long Valley Caldera, one of the state’s most monitored volcanoes, has been the subject of continuous study due to…
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Apr- 2024 -30 April
Yosemite’s Renowned Glamping Sites Reopen After 5-Year Closure
Yosemite National Park is welcoming back adventurers with open arms as three of its glamping sites reopen after a five-year…
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29 April
Rockfall Closes Popular Trail in Yosemite National Park
Photo: National Park Service A recent rockfall in Yosemite National Park has prompted the closure of a section of the…
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14 April
Brand-New Glamping Experience Coming to Yosemite
Photo via Under Canvas Under Canvas, known for its luxurious safari-style tented camps near national parks, is set to debut…
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9 April
Yosemite’s New Reservation System Begins this Weekend. Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
In a bid to manage overwhelming crowds and traffic congestion, Yosemite National Park is set to implement a day-use reservation…
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Mar- 2024 -28 March
How Mammoth Mountain Uses World War II Howitzers to Battle Potentially Deadly Avalanches
Mammoth Mountain is known to receive a lot of snow. With massive snowfall each winter, ski patrol is forced to…
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14 March
What is ‘The Senate’ in Sequoia National Park?
Nestled within the heart of California’s Sequoia National Park, a remarkable assembly unlike any other convenes. It’s not a gathering…
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13 March
Convict Lake Looks Incredible After Snowstorms Blanketed the Region with Snow
Following a series of storms that buried the Sierra with multiple feet of snow over the past two weeks, the…
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12 March
WATCH: Skiers Jump Over Chair Lift at Mammoth Mountain
When the spring season hits Mammoth Mountain, the world looks to the Eastern Sierra ski resort for some of the…
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11 March
Yosemite’s ‘Peak Hour’ Reservations Are Now Available. Here’s How to Get One.
Yosemite National Park is changing the game for visitors this year with the introduction of a new pilot reservation system…
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4 March
Yosemite National Park Welcomes Back Visitors After Temporary Closure
After a brief hiatus due to severe weather conditions, Yosemite National Park has once again opened its gates to the…
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2 March
Mammoth Island: Highway 395 Closed for 90 Miles with No Way In or Out of Mammoth Lakes
The “Mega Storm” peaked in the California Saturday morning and it’s making mountain travel throughout the state nearly impossible. One…
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1 March
Yosemite National Park Shuts Down Amidst Sierra Blizzard Alert
Yosemite National Park is battening down the hatches and closing its doors until at least Sunday in anticipation of an…
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Feb- 2024 -23 February
The Firefall Has Made its Glorious Return to Yosemite National Park
The ‘Firefall’ of Yosemite National Park is back and better than ever as visitors flock to California’s most popular park…
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15 February
This Tree in Sequoia National Park is the World’s Largest Living Organism by Volume
In the heart of California’s Sequoia National Park stands the General Sherman Tree, the largest living organism by volume on…
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6 February
Everything You Need to Know About Seeing Yosemite’s ‘Firefall’ in 2024
Outdoor adventurers are setting their sights on Yosemite National Park this month for a chance to witness the awe-inspiring “Firefall”…
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4 February
Viral Video Shows Rock Climber Nearly Falling on 150-Foot Wall in Yosemite
Veteran rock climber Amity Warme’s ascent of the challenging Book of Hate route in Yosemite National Park has captured the…
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Jan- 2024 -23 January
Coyote Seen Hunting Gray Fox in Yosemite National Park
In a surprising wildlife encounter, park rangers in Yosemite Valley recently witnessed a coyote carrying a gray fox in its…
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11 January
Photo Shows Massive Inbound Avalanche at Mammoth Mountain this Morning
The ski community is still hurting from the deadly avalanche that hit Palisades Tahoe yesterday morning. The sad result of…
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7 January
Yosemite National Park Launches its Brand-New Reservation System
In an effort to alleviate congestion and enhance the visitor experience, Yosemite National Park has rolled out a pilot reservation…
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3 January
Yosemite National Park Looks Stunning with a Fresh Coat of Snow
When the first snowstorm of 2024 arrived in the California mountains, the ski resorts were ecstatic to finally get some…
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Dec- 2023 -18 December
Yosemite National Park Welcomes First Indigenous Ancestral Stewards Crew
Yosemite National Park recently introduced its inaugural Yosemite Ancestral Stewards (YAS) crew, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to…
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14 December
‘Grappling with Gridlock’: Yosemite Unveils Brand-New Reservation System to Reduce Congestion in 2024
In an effort to enhance the visitor experience and manage congestion, Yosemite National Park has introduced a pilot program called…
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7 December
Reservations Now Open for Yosemite’s Annual Firefall
Yosemite National Park, known for its breathtaking natural wonders, is gearing up for the annual “firefall” season, and visitors hoping…
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Nov- 2023 -24 November
Yosemite’s Tioga Pass Closes for the Winter Season
Yosemite National Park’s iconic Tioga Pass, also known as Highway 120, has officially closed for the winter season, according to…
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22 November
Yosemite National Park Declares the End of Fire Season
Yosemite National Park officials have officially declared the end of the fire season following a season-ending event, which is defined…
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21 November
‘Absolute Mayhem’: Video Shows Insane Crowds During Opening Weekend at Mammoth Mountain
It was a celebrated week in California as ski resorts began to open their slopes for the winter season. For…
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21 November
Environmentalists Sue National Park Service for Replanting Sequoias in California
In a legal dispute that could impact the future of sequoia trees in California’s National Parks, several conservation groups have…
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16 November
Yosemite Announces Reservation System for February Firefall
Yosemite National Park is taking steps to manage the growing popularity of the Horsetail Fall event, which draws thousands of…
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15 November
Winter Storm Forces Road Closures in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park officials have announced the temporary closure of Tioga Road, the continuation of Highway 120 through the park,…
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10 November
Mammoth Mountain Opens for the Winter Season
Following just a 3-month closure for the summer, Mammoth Mountain has reopened for the winter season and hopes to see…
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7 November
Photographer Captures Stunning Images of Aurora Borealis Over Mammoth Lakes
Every once in a while, conditions give photographers the unique opportunity to capture the Aurora Borealis, also known as the…
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Oct- 2023 -30 October
Rock Climbing Duo Complete’s Yosemite’s Triple Crown in Less Than 24 Hours
In an astonishing feat of endurance and skill, Miles Fullman and Tyler Karow have conquered the Yosemite Triple Crown in…
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24 October
Sliding Down the Massive Tenaya Creek Natural Waterslide
Tenaya Canyon is a dangerous and dramatic canyon in Yosemite National Park that runs approximately 10 miles from the Tenaya…
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22 October
Overnight Parking Closed for the Season in Yosemite National Park
With temperatures dropping, Yosemite National Park officials have taken steps to prepare for winter. As a result, overnight parking within…
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22 October
Will the Autumn ‘Firefall’ Come Alive in Yosemite This Year?
Every year in early February, visitors flock to Yosemite National Park to witness the stunning ‘Firefall’ natural phenomenon. The event has…
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22 October
Missing Hiker Found Dead After 1,000 Foot Fall in Sequoia National Park
A search for Tom Gerbier, an Air France pilot who went missing while hiking California, came to a heartbreaking end…
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10 October
Apply Now! Yosemite is Currently Hiring Park Rangers for Summer 2024
Have you always dreamed of working in one of the most beautiful places on Earth? Yosemite National Park is hiring…
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9 October
Military Flight Instructor Recalls Heroic Rescue on Yosemite’s Half Dome
In a gripping display of courage and quick thinking, Captain Joshua Haveman, a flight instructor with the 60th Air Evacuation…
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8 October
Snowboarders Get First Tracks of the Season on Mammoth Mountain
Eager snow enthusiasts at Mammoth Mountain didn’t want to wait for the official winter season to begin. After a recent…
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5 October
Climber Dies in Accident on Yosemite’s El Capitan
Tragedy struck Yosemite National Park on September 28th when a seasoned Korean climbing guide lost his life while descending from…
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4 October
Yosemite Destination Ranks as California’s Most Dangerous Tourist Attraction
Yosemite National Park, a place known for its breathtaking natural beauty, holds a hidden danger that has earned it the…
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4 October
Photographers Capture Spectacular ‘Snowliage’ in California’s Eastern Sierra
The seasons are changing in Northern California, with autumn colors seeing snowfall in the most beautiful way imaginable. The best…
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Sep- 2023 -26 September
Hikers Struck by Lightning on Yosemite’s Half Dome
Two hikers were struck by lightning on Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome last week, managing to survive and recount their harrowing…
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20 September
Mammoth Lakes Tourism and Clean Up The Lake Join Forces for Eastern Sierra Lakes Restoration
Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) is embarking on an ambitious fundraising campaign in collaboration with Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) to…
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17 September
Court Rules on Yosemite’s Vegetation Thinning Practices in Response to Environmental Lawsuit
A federal court of appeals has ruled in favor of the National Park Service’s ability to continue tree thinning and…
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15 September
A Complete Guide to Visiting Yosemite’s Glacier Point
Nestled deep within the heart of California’s Yosemite National Park lies a outdoor gem known as Glacier Point. Offering an…
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11 September
Lightning Strikes Lead to Fires in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park has identified two fires in remote and isolated areas of the park following a series of lightning…
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11 September
Yosemite Resort Offering Free Spa Treatments for Cleanup Volunteers
Photo: Rush Creek Lodge Rush Creek Lodge & Spa, located near Yosemite National Park, has rolled out a unique proposition…
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10 September
Officials Plead with Public to Help Keep Bear Cubs Alive in Yosemite
Photo via Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park is issuing a heartfelt plea to drivers to play their part in…
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10 September
Watch a Mountain Lion in a Standoff with Coyotes in Yosemite
This video is old, but boy does it show the chaotic wildlife of Yosemite National Park in action. The below…
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6 September
Popular Destination in Yosemite National Park Closed Due to Rockslide Threat
A popular rock climbing spot within Yosemite National Park has been temporarily shuttered due to concerns of a potential rockslide.…
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6 September
Video Shows Terrifying Moment a Deadly Rockslide Fell on Yosemite’s El Capitan
For climbers, conquering the towering granite giant that is El Capitan in Yosemite National Park is a monumental achievement. Standing…
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Aug- 2023 -30 August
Teen Missing for Nearly 40 Years May Be Buried in Yosemite National Park
After almost four decades of investigation, a breakthrough may have emerged in the case of missing California teen Susan Robin…
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21 August
These Photos of the Lightning Storm Over Yosemite are Absolutely Incredible
As thunderstorms throughout Northern California produced thousands of lightning bolts over the past week, photographers have been showing just how…
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21 August
Wandering Off the Trail is Strictly Prohibited in These California National Parks
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks implement a seemingly peculiar rule – don’t take any shortcuts on the trails. It…
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20 August
Bears Are Climbing Yosemite’s Half Dome. Here’s What to Do if You Encounter One.
Yosemite’s iconic Half Dome, renowned for its breathtaking vistas, might offer more than panoramic views. Recent evidence suggests black bears…
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16 August
How a Hiker Got Lost, and Was Eventually Found, in Sequoia National Park
A Lake Tahoe resident, embarking on his first solo overnight hike, has been located after going missing within Sequoia National…
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13 August
Watch: Slacklining 2,500 Feet Above Yosemite Falls
Yosemite National Park is known to be a place that attracts outdoor thrill seekers. In fact, renown rock-climber Alex Honnold…
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11 August
Yosemite Rangers are Encouraging the Public to Stop and Look at Bear Poop
Yosemite National Park Rangers are making quite the call to hikers: keep your gaze down and be on the lookout…
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8 August
Yosemite is Overflowing with Traffic. Here’s How to Avoid the Crowds this Summer.
Yosemite National Park enthusiasts can look forward to a slight relief from the weekend rush as the reopening of Tioga…
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Jul- 2023 -31 July
A Stunning Bike Ride Through Yosemite National Park
My last bike ride in Yosemite after working there for 4 months – set to Sleep On The Floor by…
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30 July
Remembering the Deadly 1996 Rockfall that Sent 90,000 Tons of Rock into Yosemite Valley
July 19, 2021 marked the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Happy Isles rockfall in Yosemite National Park. The deadly incident…
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25 July
Yosemite Surpasses 108-Year-Old Record for the Opening of Tioga Road
This past weekend, on July 22nd, National Park officials achieved a historic milestone by opening Yosemite’s Tioga Pass Entrance, marking…
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24 July
Yosemite Asking the Public to Help Tackle its Overcrowding Issues
Yosemite National Park seeks the public’s assistance in addressing its challenges with crowding. Taking to social media last week, the…
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