Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Bear Talk at The Redwoods (Wawona)

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and ......More

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and soft drinks are provided.

The Redwoods is located on Chilnualna Falls Rd in Wawona, about an hour from Yosemite Valley.

Kids' Campfire! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Conness Campfire Circle in Tuolumne Meadows Campground, C Loop.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Campfireside Chat (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Lodge.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Stars Over Tuolumne (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome parking/picnic area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Domes and Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meets at Parson's Lodge Parking. Moderate stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Giant Sequoia Hike (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Giant Sequoia Hike with a ranger. Meet in Tuolumne Grove. Allow time to hike 1 mile from the trailheadto reach the grove before the program. Total hike is 2.5 miles roundtrip with 500 feet of elevation change.Bring water.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove. Hike one mile to the grove to meet th

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Wildlife of the High Sierra (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at TM Visitor Center. Easy walk.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series (Tuolumne Meadows)

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks ......More

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks set inside the historic Parsons Memorial Lodge.The 2026 Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series will take place over five weekends in July and August — with the first event on July 18 and the final event on August 16.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival which takes place on the final weekend of the event series.Please note that the Parsons Memorial Lodge is about a 30-minute stroll (~0.75 miles) from the closest parking area.All events are free and open to the public!Event schedule:SATURDAY JULY 18Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being2 – 3:30 pmStorytelling dreams and myths with Yuria Celidwen (Nahua/Maya Bats’il K’op) author and research scientist specializing in Indigenous nature-based contemplation.SUNDAY JULY 19Alpine Inspiration: A Wellness Retreat in the Meadows10 – 11:30 amMindfulness practice with Heather Sullivan Executive Director and co-founder of Balanced Rock bring a yoga mat or blanket pen and paper water and appropriate layers of clothing.Across Yosemite’s Wilderness: A Trailblazing Woman’s Life & Career Protecting the Park’s Backcountry2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Laurel Munson Boyers author and career Park Ranger.FRIDAY JULY 24Improvisation as a Lifestyle6 – 8 pmAn interactive music performance by Joe Craven.SATURDAY JULY 25Writing the Animal10 – 11:30 amA generative workshop with writer Erica Berry.What Wolves Can Teach Us About Thinking Kaleidoscopically2 – 3:30 pmA talk by author Erica Berry.SUNDAY JULY 26Life Cycles of Mountain Birds: Finding the Marvelous in the Mundane2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Tom Hahn ornithologist and professor University of California Davis.SATURDAY AUGUST 1Songs of the Wilderness: Inside and Out2 – 3:30 pmA performance by singer-songwriter Deborah Levoy.SUNDAY AUGUST 2South to the High Sierra2 –3:30 pmA generative workshop with writer Doug Robinson.SATURDAY AUGUST 8Yosemite Wildlife2 –3 pm | A talk by author Beth Pratt.3:15 – 4 pm | A talk by photographer Robb Hirsch.Reception and Yosemite Wildlife book signing to follow.SUNDAY AUGUST 9What an Owl Knows2 –3:30 pmA talk by author and science writer Jennifer Ackerman.SATURDAY AUGUST 1530th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 110:00–11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Michael Metivier.2:00–3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).SUNDAY AUGUST 1630th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 210 – 11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Heather Swan.2 – 3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).

Tuolumne Meadows is located about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley, on Tioga Road. Allow 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Parsons Lodge.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Tioga Pass Botanical Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

See what’s in bloom at 10,000 feet above the sea! Meet at the Gaylor Lakes Trailhead ready for a moderate to strenuous hike. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Gaylor Lakes Trailhead is located at Tioga Pass, about 1.75 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Paint & Sip (Yosemite Valley)

Learn the basics of watercolor and create an iconic Yosemite landscape step-by-step. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Mountain Room Lounge (shuttle stops 6 & 7) register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy & Yosemite Hospitality.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Yosemite Valley)

Drop in anytime to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Jr. Ranger badge. Located at the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (near shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside or outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

History of Tuolumne Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meets at TM Visitor Center parking lot. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Sunset on the Dome (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome Picnic area, short walk.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program: Movie Night! (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hos......More

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Star Party

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overca......More

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overcast.July 3–4: Santa Cruz Astronomy ClubJuly 10–11: San Jose Astronomical AssociationJuly 17–18: MIRAJuly 31–August 1: Peninsula Astronomical SocietyAugust 7–8: Mount Diablo Astronomical SocietyAugust 14–15: Tri-Valley Stargazers

Glacier Point is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley. From Wawona Rd (Hwy 41), turn onto Glacier Point Road. Drive to the end of the road and use Glacier Point Parking. The amphitheater is a few minutes' walk from the parking area.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series (Tuolumne Meadows)

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks ......More

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks set inside the historic Parsons Memorial Lodge.The 2026 Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series will take place over five weekends in July and August — with the first event on July 18 and the final event on August 16.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival which takes place on the final weekend of the event series.Please note that the Parsons Memorial Lodge is about a 30-minute stroll (~0.75 miles) from the closest parking area.All events are free and open to the public!Event schedule:SATURDAY JULY 18Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being2 – 3:30 pmStorytelling dreams and myths with Yuria Celidwen (Nahua/Maya Bats’il K’op) author and research scientist specializing in Indigenous nature-based contemplation.SUNDAY JULY 19Alpine Inspiration: A Wellness Retreat in the Meadows10 – 11:30 amMindfulness practice with Heather Sullivan Executive Director and co-founder of Balanced Rock bring a yoga mat or blanket pen and paper water and appropriate layers of clothing.Across Yosemite’s Wilderness: A Trailblazing Woman’s Life & Career Protecting the Park’s Backcountry2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Laurel Munson Boyers author and career Park Ranger.FRIDAY JULY 24Improvisation as a Lifestyle6 – 8 pmAn interactive music performance by Joe Craven.SATURDAY JULY 25Writing the Animal10 – 11:30 amA generative workshop with writer Erica Berry.What Wolves Can Teach Us About Thinking Kaleidoscopically2 – 3:30 pmA talk by author Erica Berry.SUNDAY JULY 26Life Cycles of Mountain Birds: Finding the Marvelous in the Mundane2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Tom Hahn ornithologist and professor University of California Davis.SATURDAY AUGUST 1Songs of the Wilderness: Inside and Out2 – 3:30 pmA performance by singer-songwriter Deborah Levoy.SUNDAY AUGUST 2South to the High Sierra2 –3:30 pmA generative workshop with writer Doug Robinson.SATURDAY AUGUST 8Yosemite Wildlife2 –3 pm | A talk by author Beth Pratt.3:15 – 4 pm | A talk by photographer Robb Hirsch.Reception and Yosemite Wildlife book signing to follow.SUNDAY AUGUST 9What an Owl Knows2 –3:30 pmA talk by author and science writer Jennifer Ackerman.SATURDAY AUGUST 1530th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 110:00–11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Michael Metivier.2:00–3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).SUNDAY AUGUST 1630th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 210 – 11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Heather Swan.2 – 3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).

Tuolumne Meadows is located about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley, on Tioga Road. Allow 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Parsons Lodge.

Bird Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Birding with a Tuolumne Meadows expert. Easy stroll. Binoculars available. Meet at Lembert Dome Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Jr. Ranger Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Topics vary. Meets at Lembert Dome Parking. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Geology of Tuolumne Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Pothole Dome Trailhead. Moderate walk. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Campfireside Chat (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Lodge.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program: Movie Night! (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hos......More

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Star Party

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overca......More

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overcast.July 3–4: Santa Cruz Astronomy ClubJuly 10–11: San Jose Astronomical AssociationJuly 17–18: MIRAJuly 31–August 1: Peninsula Astronomical SocietyAugust 7–8: Mount Diablo Astronomical SocietyAugust 14–15: Tri-Valley Stargazers

Glacier Point is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley. From Wawona Rd (Hwy 41), turn onto Glacier Point Road. Drive to the end of the road and use Glacier Point Parking. The amphitheater is a few minutes' walk from the parking area.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Stars Over Tuolumne (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome parking/picnic area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series (Tuolumne Meadows)

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks ......More

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks set inside the historic Parsons Memorial Lodge.The 2026 Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series will take place over five weekends in July and August — with the first event on July 18 and the final event on August 16.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival which takes place on the final weekend of the event series.Please note that the Parsons Memorial Lodge is about a 30-minute stroll (~0.75 miles) from the closest parking area.All events are free and open to the public!Event schedule:SATURDAY JULY 18Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being2 – 3:30 pmStorytelling dreams and myths with Yuria Celidwen (Nahua/Maya Bats’il K’op) author and research scientist specializing in Indigenous nature-based contemplation.SUNDAY JULY 19Alpine Inspiration: A Wellness Retreat in the Meadows10 – 11:30 amMindfulness practice with Heather Sullivan Executive Director and co-founder of Balanced Rock bring a yoga mat or blanket pen and paper water and appropriate layers of clothing.Across Yosemite’s Wilderness: A Trailblazing Woman’s Life & Career Protecting the Park’s Backcountry2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Laurel Munson Boyers author and career Park Ranger.FRIDAY JULY 24Improvisation as a Lifestyle6 – 8 pmAn interactive music performance by Joe Craven.SATURDAY JULY 25Writing the Animal10 – 11:30 amA generative workshop with writer Erica Berry.What Wolves Can Teach Us About Thinking Kaleidoscopically2 – 3:30 pmA talk by author Erica Berry.SUNDAY JULY 26Life Cycles of Mountain Birds: Finding the Marvelous in the Mundane2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Tom Hahn ornithologist and professor University of California Davis.SATURDAY AUGUST 1Songs of the Wilderness: Inside and Out2 – 3:30 pmA performance by singer-songwriter Deborah Levoy.SUNDAY AUGUST 2South to the High Sierra2 –3:30 pmA generative workshop with writer Doug Robinson.SATURDAY AUGUST 8Yosemite Wildlife2 –3 pm | A talk by author Beth Pratt.3:15 – 4 pm | A talk by photographer Robb Hirsch.Reception and Yosemite Wildlife book signing to follow.SUNDAY AUGUST 9What an Owl Knows2 –3:30 pmA talk by author and science writer Jennifer Ackerman.SATURDAY AUGUST 1530th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 110:00–11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Michael Metivier.2:00–3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).SUNDAY AUGUST 1630th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 210 – 11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Heather Swan.2 – 3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).

Tuolumne Meadows is located about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley, on Tioga Road. Allow 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Parsons Lodge.

Coffee with a Ranger (Wawona)

Meet at Pine Tree Market for coffee a Q& A session and general park updates with one of our rangers. Drop-ins welcome!Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at Pine Tree Market in Wawona, located on Chilnualna Falls Rd. Wawona is located one hour south of Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Climber Coffee (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Meet outside the Tuolumne Meadows Store.Climber Coffee is held in Yosemite Valley through June 28......More

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Meet outside the Tuolumne Meadows Store.Climber Coffee is held in Yosemite Valley through June 28, then moves to Tuolumne Meadows for July and August.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet outside the Tuolumne Meadows Store. Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Wildflower Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Wildflower walk with a park ranger naturalist. Take a walk in the high country and find what’s blooming. Learn more than names. Moderately strenuous. Meet at Lembert Dome parking. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Art in the Meadow (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Parsons Memorial Lodge.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Yosemite Valley)

Drop in anytime to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Jr. Ranger badge. Located at the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (near shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside or outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Bear Talk at The Redwoods (Wawona)

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and ......More

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and soft drinks are provided.

The Redwoods is located on Chilnualna Falls Rd in Wawona, about an hour from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Domes and Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meets at Parson's Lodge Parking. Moderate stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Giant Sequoia Hike (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Giant Sequoia Hike with a ranger. Meet in Tuolumne Grove. Allow time to hike 1 mile from the trailheadto reach the grove before the program. Total hike is 2.5 miles roundtrip with 500 feet of elevation change.Bring water.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove. Hike one mile to the grove to meet th

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Forest Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Dog Lake parking lot. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Campfireside Chat (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Lodge.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Stars Over Crane Flat

Join a ranger for a night of stargazing. No pets, RVs, or trailers. Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Evening programs held July 15, 16, 27, 29, 30 and Aug 1,10,12,13,18 ONLY.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Exact meetup location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Stars Over Tuolumne (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome parking/picnic area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Wildflower Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Wildflower walk with a park ranger naturalist. Take a walk in the high country and find what’s blooming. Learn more than names. Moderately strenuous. Meet at Lembert Dome parking. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ansel Adams' Legacy and Your Digital Camera (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with your DSLR camera.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Dog Lake Hike (Tuolumne Meadows)

Dog Lake parking lot. Bring water, sun protection, snacks. Strenuous. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Bird Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Birding with a Tuolumne Meadows expert. Easy stroll. Binoculars available. Meet at Lembert Dome Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Coffee with a Ranger (Wawona)

Meet at Pine Tree Market for coffee a Q& A session and general park updates with one of our rangers. Drop-ins welcome!Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at Pine Tree Market in Wawona, located on Chilnualna Falls Rd. Wawona is located one hour south of Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Jr. Ranger Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Topics vary. Meets at Lembert Dome Parking. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Geology of Tuolumne Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Pothole Dome Trailhead. Moderate walk. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Giant Sequoia Hike (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Giant Sequoia Hike with a ranger. Meet in Tuolumne Grove. Allow time to hike 1 mile from the trailheadto reach the grove before the program. Total hike is 2.5 miles roundtrip with 500 feet of elevation change.Bring water.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove. Hike one mile to the grove to meet th

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Tuolumne Wild and Scenic River Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Dog Lake parking lot. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Yosemite Valley)

Drop in anytime to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Jr. Ranger badge. Located at the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (near shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside or outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Bear Talk at The Redwoods (Wawona)

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and ......More

Join Ranger Jill at The Redwoods Fireside Deck every Sunday and Wednesday to learn about Yosemite Bears and how to be Bear(y) Aware on the road at your cabin on the trail and in the wild!This program is complimentary kid & pet friendly open to the public and snacks and soft drinks are provided.

The Redwoods is located on Chilnualna Falls Rd in Wawona, about an hour from Yosemite Valley.

Kids' Campfire! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Conness Campfire Circle in Tuolumne Meadows Campground, C Loop.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Campfireside Chat (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Lodge.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Stars Over Crane Flat

Join a ranger for a night of stargazing. No pets, RVs, or trailers. Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Evening programs held July 15, 16, 27, 29, 30 and Aug 1,10,12,13,18 ONLY.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Exact meetup location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Stars Over Tuolumne (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome parking/picnic area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

The Ansel Adams Gallery Photography Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a brief field lecture in Yosemite Valley. Space is limited registration required.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemite Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Domes and Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meets at Parson's Lodge Parking. Moderate stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Giant Sequoia Hike (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Giant Sequoia Hike with a ranger. Meet in Tuolumne Grove. Allow time to hike 1 mile from the trailheadto reach the grove before the program. Total hike is 2.5 miles roundtrip with 500 feet of elevation change.Bring water.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove. Hike one mile to the grove to meet th

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Wildlife of the High Sierra (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at TM Visitor Center. Easy walk.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Programs (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite naturalists present a variety of topics on natural and cultural history. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Stars Over Crane Flat

Join a ranger for a night of stargazing. No pets, RVs, or trailers. Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Evening programs held July 15, 16, 27, 29, 30 and Aug 1,10,12,13,18 ONLY.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Visit the Big Oak Flat Information Station to register. Exact meetup location provided upon registration.

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Starry Skies

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessi......More

Join a Yosemite Naturalist for an unforgettable night of stargazing from iconic Glacier Point! Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included. Register at TravelYosemite.com. Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Held at Glacier Point, about one hour from Yosemite Valley. Transportation to Glacier Point is NOT included.

Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series (Tuolumne Meadows)

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks ......More

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks set inside the historic Parsons Memorial Lodge.The 2026 Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series will take place over five weekends in July and August — with the first event on July 18 and the final event on August 16.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival which takes place on the final weekend of the event series.Please note that the Parsons Memorial Lodge is about a 30-minute stroll (~0.75 miles) from the closest parking area.All events are free and open to the public!Event schedule:SATURDAY JULY 18Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being2 – 3:30 pmStorytelling dreams and myths with Yuria Celidwen (Nahua/Maya Bats’il K’op) author and research scientist specializing in Indigenous nature-based contemplation.SUNDAY JULY 19Alpine Inspiration: A Wellness Retreat in the Meadows10 – 11:30 amMindfulness practice with Heather Sullivan Executive Director and co-founder of Balanced Rock bring a yoga mat or blanket pen and paper water and appropriate layers of clothing.Across Yosemite’s Wilderness: A Trailblazing Woman’s Life & Career Protecting the Park’s Backcountry2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Laurel Munson Boyers author and career Park Ranger.FRIDAY JULY 24Improvisation as a Lifestyle6 – 8 pmAn interactive music performance by Joe Craven.SATURDAY JULY 25Writing the Animal10 – 11:30 amA generative workshop with writer Erica Berry.What Wolves Can Teach Us About Thinking Kaleidoscopically2 – 3:30 pmA talk by author Erica Berry.SUNDAY JULY 26Life Cycles of Mountain Birds: Finding the Marvelous in the Mundane2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Tom Hahn ornithologist and professor University of California Davis.SATURDAY AUGUST 1Songs of the Wilderness: Inside and Out2 – 3:30 pmA performance by singer-songwriter Deborah Levoy.SUNDAY AUGUST 2South to the High Sierra2 –3:30 pmA generative workshop with writer Doug Robinson.SATURDAY AUGUST 8Yosemite Wildlife2 –3 pm | A talk by author Beth Pratt.3:15 – 4 pm | A talk by photographer Robb Hirsch.Reception and Yosemite Wildlife book signing to follow.SUNDAY AUGUST 9What an Owl Knows2 –3:30 pmA talk by author and science writer Jennifer Ackerman.SATURDAY AUGUST 1530th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 110:00–11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Michael Metivier.2:00–3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).SUNDAY AUGUST 1630th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 210 – 11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Heather Swan.2 – 3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).

Tuolumne Meadows is located about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley, on Tioga Road. Allow 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Parsons Lodge.

Art Class (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Slow down and connect with nature in a new way. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Happy Isles Art and Nature Center (shuttle stop 16). Register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Tioga Pass Botanical Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

See what’s in bloom at 10,000 feet above the sea! Meet at the Gaylor Lakes Trailhead ready for a moderate to strenuous hike. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Gaylor Lakes Trailhead is located at Tioga Pass, about 1.75 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Paint & Sip (Yosemite Valley)

Learn the basics of watercolor and create an iconic Yosemite landscape step-by-step. Beginners welcome! Meet at the Mountain Room Lounge (shuttle stops 6 & 7) register in advance at yosemite.org/art.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy & Yosemite Hospitality.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Yosemite Valley)

Drop in anytime to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Jr. Ranger badge. Located at the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (near shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside or outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

History of Tuolumne Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meets at TM Visitor Center parking lot. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.

Sunset on the Dome (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Lembert Dome Picnic area, short walk.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program (Crane Flat)

Topics vary. Meet at the Crane Flat Campground Amphitheater.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Crane Flat Campground is located about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley.

Wee Wild Ones (Yosemite Valley)

Stories and activities for kids 10 and under. Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Different topics each night.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Evening Program: Movie Night! (Yosemite Valley)

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hos......More

Yosemite Naturalists briefly present a Yosemite topic with a short movie played afterwards.Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (near shuttle stops 14 & 19.) Fridays: Natural and Cultural Change in Yosemite Saturdays: Yosemite’s Firefall.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at the Curry Village Amphitheater (use shuttle stop 14 or 19.)

Yosemite After Dark (Yosemite Valley)

Grab a flashlight and join a Yosemite Naturalist for an interactive nature walk at night!Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This program is family-friendly (recommended for kids 11 & up.)

Meetup location provided upon registration.

Glacier Point Star Party

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overca......More

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overcast.July 3–4: Santa Cruz Astronomy ClubJuly 10–11: San Jose Astronomical AssociationJuly 17–18: MIRAJuly 31–August 1: Peninsula Astronomical SocietyAugust 7–8: Mount Diablo Astronomical SocietyAugust 14–15: Tri-Valley Stargazers

Glacier Point is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley. From Wawona Rd (Hwy 41), turn onto Glacier Point Road. Drive to the end of the road and use Glacier Point Parking. The amphitheater is a few minutes' walk from the parking area.

Explore Yosemite's Night Sky (Yosemite Valley)

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used......More

Join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist for a guided stargazing experience under Yosemite’snight sky. Learn about star science, constellations, cultural stories, and mythology. Your naturalist will use a laser pointer to highlight celestial objects—no telescopes are used. Register in advance at yosemite.org.Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Meeting location provided upon registration.

Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series (Tuolumne Meadows)

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks ......More

Learn more about the Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series on Yosemite.orgSet in the heart of Tuolumne Meadows this beloved Conservancy donor-supported program brings together scientists artists writers and musicians for a series of thought-provoking and inspiring talks set inside the historic Parsons Memorial Lodge.The 2026 Parsons Memorial Lodge Summer Series will take place over five weekends in July and August — with the first event on July 18 and the final event on August 16.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival which takes place on the final weekend of the event series.Please note that the Parsons Memorial Lodge is about a 30-minute stroll (~0.75 miles) from the closest parking area.All events are free and open to the public!Event schedule:SATURDAY JULY 18Flourishing Kin: Indigenous Wisdom for Collective Well-Being2 – 3:30 pmStorytelling dreams and myths with Yuria Celidwen (Nahua/Maya Bats’il K’op) author and research scientist specializing in Indigenous nature-based contemplation.SUNDAY JULY 19Alpine Inspiration: A Wellness Retreat in the Meadows10 – 11:30 amMindfulness practice with Heather Sullivan Executive Director and co-founder of Balanced Rock bring a yoga mat or blanket pen and paper water and appropriate layers of clothing.Across Yosemite’s Wilderness: A Trailblazing Woman’s Life & Career Protecting the Park’s Backcountry2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Laurel Munson Boyers author and career Park Ranger.FRIDAY JULY 24Improvisation as a Lifestyle6 – 8 pmAn interactive music performance by Joe Craven.SATURDAY JULY 25Writing the Animal10 – 11:30 amA generative workshop with writer Erica Berry.What Wolves Can Teach Us About Thinking Kaleidoscopically2 – 3:30 pmA talk by author Erica Berry.SUNDAY JULY 26Life Cycles of Mountain Birds: Finding the Marvelous in the Mundane2 – 3:30 pmA talk by Tom Hahn ornithologist and professor University of California Davis.SATURDAY AUGUST 1Songs of the Wilderness: Inside and Out2 – 3:30 pmA performance by singer-songwriter Deborah Levoy.SUNDAY AUGUST 2South to the High Sierra2 –3:30 pmA generative workshop with writer Doug Robinson.SATURDAY AUGUST 8Yosemite Wildlife2 –3 pm | A talk by author Beth Pratt.3:15 – 4 pm | A talk by photographer Robb Hirsch.Reception and Yosemite Wildlife book signing to follow.SUNDAY AUGUST 9What an Owl Knows2 –3:30 pmA talk by author and science writer Jennifer Ackerman.SATURDAY AUGUST 1530th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 110:00–11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Michael Metivier.2:00–3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).SUNDAY AUGUST 1630th Annual Tuolumne Meadows Poetry Festival day 210 – 11:30 am | Poetry workshop with Heather Swan.2 – 3:30 pm | Featured poets and music (Rachel Richardson and/or Shira Kammen).

Tuolumne Meadows is located about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley, on Tioga Road. Allow 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Parsons Lodge.

Bird Walk (Tuolumne Meadows)

Birding with a Tuolumne Meadows expert. Easy stroll. Binoculars available. Meet at Lembert Dome Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for a naturalist walk and take a closer look at Yosemite. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (Yosemite Village Parking or shutte stops 1/2/4.) Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Nature Walk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Kids' Open Art Studio (Happy Isles Art & Nature Center)

Free kids' art activities at the Happy Isles Art & Nature Center (shuttle stop 16.) Drop inanytime during studio hours!Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy.

Happy Isles Art &amp Nature Center is located near Shuttle Stop 16 in Yosemite Valley. The nearest parking is at Curry Village.

Jr. Ranger Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchai......More

Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2) for an easy walk with kid-focused activities related to Yosemite. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Jr. Ranger Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

Topics vary. Meets at Lembert Dome Parking. Easy stroll. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Geology of Tuolumne Meadows (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet at Pothole Dome Trailhead. Moderate walk. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

Discovery Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a ranger for an easy walk and learn more about what makes Yosemite special. Topics vary daily. Meet in front of the museum in Yosemite Village (use shuttle stop 5.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet in front of the Yosemite Museum, located in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1, 2, 4, or 5.

Ranger Talk: Welcome to Tuolumne! (Tuolumne Meadows)

Meet in the Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center parking area.Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Tuolumne Meadows is located on Tioga Road, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.

In the Field: Creative Smartphone Photography (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer to learn how to make better photographs with the camera you always carry.Classes hosted by The Ansel Adams Gallery.

The Ansel Adams Gallery is located in Yosemtie Village, near shuttle stop 5.

Ranger Walk: Wild About Bears (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about bears in Yosemite with a ranger (no bear sightings expected.) Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center. Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet in front of the Welcome Center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 1/2/4.

Junior Ranger Talk (Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias)

Meet at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area. Allow time to park and walk or shuttle to the Mariposa Grove before the program starts.Recommended for kids 4 & up.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Park at the Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance. Take a free shuttle to the Arrival Area, two miles up the Mariposa Grove Road from the parking area. (ONLY vehicles with a disability placard may drive to the Arrival Area.) Visitors to the g

Family Ranger Talk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a park ranger at 2 pm daily for a brief, family-friendly talk! Topics vary. Meet in front of the Yosemite Valley Welcome Center (shuttle stop 2.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet outside the welcome center, located next to Yosemite Village Parking. Use Shuttle Stops 1, 2, or 4.

Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour (Yosemite Valley)

Learn about the history behind Yosemite’s famous luxury hotel on this complimentary one-hour tour.Meet on the hotel’s back lawn.Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality. This tour is wheelchair-accessible.

Meet at The Ahwahnee hotel, on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Jr. Ranger Discovery Table (Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias)

 Drop in to talk with a ranger and start or finish earning a Junior Ranger badge. Located at the Tuolumne Grove Trailhead & Parking.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

The Tuolumne Grove is located near Crane Flat, about 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley. From Big Oak Flat Road, turn onto Tioga Road. Drive less than a mile to the parking area and trailhead for the Tuolumne Grove.

Guided Nature Walk (Yosemite Valley)

Join a naturalist for an easy guided walk of Yosemite’s natural areas. Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn (use shuttle stop 3.)Program hosted by Yosemite Hospitality.

Meet at The Ahwahnee Hotel on the back lawn. (Limited parking at The Ahwahnee—use shuttle stop 3 or walk 15 minutes from Yosemite Village Parking.)

Yosemite Live! (Yosemite Valley)

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-f......More

Enjoy short films, presentations, and performances presented by Yosemite Conservancy naturalists. Meet in the Yosemite Theater behind the Exploration Center (use shuttle stop 5 or Yosemite Village Parking.)Program hosted by Yosemite Conservancy. This program is family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible.

Meet inside the theater behind the Exploration Center. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stops 2, 4, or 5.