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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Kids' Campfire! (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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 June 10 June 15 June 20 June 29 July 1 & July 10 ONLY.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

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

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Evening Programs at the Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required. Events:Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfir......More

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required. Events:Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.Saturday  June 13 | Songs in the Key of NaturePresented By: Michael Bryant and Robin Pliskin Northern California MusiciansJoin Robin Michael and Matthew for a musical celebration of Nature’s Beauty in Song.Saturday June 27 | John Muir Yosemite and the Journey to ConservationPresented By: Mark Johnke Volunteer in Parks John Muir National Historic SiteThis is a brief exploration of Muir's time in Yosemite and the people and experiences that helped to mold him into a leader in the conservation movement. 

The YCHC is located in Yosemite Valley near Housekeeping Camp and shuttle stop 12. Parking is very limited shuttles are recommended.

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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Evening Programs at the Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required. Events:Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfir......More

Special Presentations by guest speakers hosted by the Sierra Club. Programs are free no registration required. Events:Friday June 12 | Smokejumping in the WestPresented By: Deanne Shulman First Female SmokejumperHear about the life of a smokejumper responding to wildfires throughout the Western US.Saturday  June 13 | Songs in the Key of NaturePresented By: Michael Bryant and Robin Pliskin Northern California MusiciansJoin Robin Michael and Matthew for a musical celebration of Nature’s Beauty in Song.Saturday June 27 | John Muir Yosemite and the Journey to ConservationPresented By: Mark Johnke Volunteer in Parks John Muir National Historic SiteThis is a brief exploration of Muir's time in Yosemite and the people and experiences that helped to mold him into a leader in the conservation movement. 

The YCHC is located in Yosemite Valley near Housekeeping Camp and shuttle stop 12. Parking is very limited shuttles are recommended.

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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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.

Climber Coffee (Yosemite Valley)

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Drop in at Camp 4, near the Midnight Lightning boulder.Climber Coffee is held in Yosemite Valley ......More

Meet with NPS climbing rangers to discuss climbing management issues, preventative search and rescue activities and other current events surrounding the climbing community. Drop in at Camp 4, near the Midnight Lightning boulder.Climber Coffee is held in Yosemite Valley through June 28. In July, this program moves to the Tuolumne Meadows Store, about 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at Camp 4 at the Midnight Lightning Boulder.

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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

Drop-in Volunteer Event | Yosemite Zero Heroes

Drop in to volunteer for this clean-up to help keep Yosemite Valley looking beautiful! Volunteers will use litter sticks and buckets to clean up litter along roadsides and trails parking lots campgrounds and in other public areas. Families with kids 5 & up are welcome!M......More

Drop in to volunteer for this clean-up to help keep Yosemite Valley looking beautiful! Volunteers will use litter sticks and buckets to clean up litter along roadsides and trails parking lots campgrounds and in other public areas. Families with kids 5 & up are welcome!Meet in front of the Exploration Center in Yosemite Village at 10 am. No need to sign up in advance—register for the event in person when you arrive.

Meet at the Exploration Center in Yosemite Village. Use Yosemite Village Parking or shuttle stop 5.

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 Pothole Dome Trailhead. Moderate 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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.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.

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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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 June 10 June 15 June 20 June 29 July 1 & July 10 ONLY.Program hosted by the National Park Service.

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

Stars Over Tuolumne (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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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 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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Kids' Campfire! (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

Stars Over Tuolumne (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.

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 Pothole Dome Trailhead. 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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams (Yosemite Valley)

Join a staff photographer for a field class around Yosemite Valley.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.

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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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 Wildflowers (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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

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.

Campfire Program (Wawona)

Meet at the Wawona Campground Amphitheater. Topics vary nightly!Program hosted by the National Park Service.

Meet at the amphitheater inside the Wawona Campground. Wawona is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley, near Yosemite's South Entrance.

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.

Campfire Program (Tuolumne Meadows)

This program starts when Tuolumne Meadows Campground is open.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.

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.

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.

Ask a Climber! (Yosemite Valley)

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-fr......More

Stop by to view climbers on El Capitan through spotting scopes and discover the world of vertical adventure on Yosemite's big walls. Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9.)Program hosted by the National Park Service. This program is family-friendly.

Located on the west side of El Capitan Bridge (use shuttle stop 9 or park at El Capitan Meadow.)

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.

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.

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.