When does Yosemite generally open?
I know the obvious answer, Depends. Depends on how much snow was gotten during the winter, and how late in the spring it continued to snow. I'm just wondering what the normal historical average i...
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As previously stated, the valley of Yosemite is open all year, BUT the high country portions, Tioga Pass and Glacier Point is closed from first significant snow fall each winter and remains closed until about Memorial Day.
Be aware that Hwy 41, into the park and valley, can be closed for a few hours or even a day or so when a storm passes thru. Hwy 140 thru Mariposa is almost never closed, and would be the route of choice in any kind of weather event. After passing thru Mariposa, it goes over a rather low mountain pass, and then stays along the Mecerd River all the way into Yosemite Village.
Again, the valley is a about 4000 ft. elevation and is open year around.
Enjoy, Yosemite is truly one of God's most beautiful creations!
CarlGeo
Be aware that Hwy 41, into the park and valley, can be closed for a few hours or even a day or so when a storm passes thru. Hwy 140 thru Mariposa is almost never closed, and would be the route of choice in any kind of weather event. After passing thru Mariposa, it goes over a rather low mountain pass, and then stays along the Mecerd River all the way into Yosemite Village.
Again, the valley is a about 4000 ft. elevation and is open year around.
Enjoy, Yosemite is truly one of God's most beautiful creations!
CarlGeo
