What You Must Know Before Visiting in 2024

The implementation of a peak-hours reservation system at Yosemite National Park is a proactive approach to managing the increasing visitor numbers and ensuring a better experience for all. Here's a brief summary of the key points and some recommendations for visitors:

1. **Peak-Hours Reservation System:**
   - Reservations will be required for vehicles to enter Yosemite National Park during specific peak hours and dates.
   - The reservation system will be in effect during weekends from April 13 to June 30, then daily from July 1 to August 16, and again on weekends from August 17 to October 27.

2. **Making Reservations:**
   - Visitors are encouraged to visit recreation.gov to secure peak-hours reservations for the dates they plan to visit.
   - Each pass is valid for three days from the start date and allows for one vehicle to enter the park.

3. **Additional Availability:**
   - If peak-hours reservations are not initially available for your planned visit, more passes will open up on recreation.gov seven days in advance of your trip dates.
   - A new half-day reservation option has been introduced, allowing visitors to enter Yosemite in the afternoon. These passes also become available seven days before the planned visit.

Contact Yosemite Sierra Concierge to assist in planning your visit
- Plan ahead: Given the reservation system, it's important to plan your visit well in advance, especially for popular dates.
- Flexibility: If your preferred dates are not available initially, consider checking back on recreation.gov as more passes become available.
- Consider half-day reservations: If full-day reservations are not available, the new half-day option can provide an opportunity to visit Yosemite in the afternoon.