Is it better to stay in Wawona or Yosemite West?

Wawona (either the hotel or renting a cabin at The Redwoods) is a good choice for August (quieter, river access for swimming) but with these road delays, you probably want to stay closer to your chosen hikes. Yosemite West will be cooler at 6,000′ elevation.

Why is Wawona Hotel closed?

Yosemite, CA — The Wawona Hotel in Yosemite National Park is typically open each March through November. It is currently closed though due to Covid-19 stay at home orders, and park officials have decided that it will now remain closed until Spring of 2021, so that needed electrical upgrades can be made.

Is Wawona inside Yosemite?

Just inside Yosemite’s south gate and a short ride from Tenaya Lodge, Wawona is a great place for “time-travelers” to connect with Yosemite history as well as outdoor recreation.

Is the Wawona in Yosemite open?

Wawona is accessible by car year-round, though tire chains may be required from October through April. A gas station is open year-round in Wawona.

Does Wawona Campground have bathrooms?

Each campsite contains a fire ring, picnic table, a food locker, and is near a bathroom with drinking water and flushing toilets.

Do you need a reservation for Mariposa Grove?

Reservations are required for all commercial carriers with vehicle capacity of 16 or more arriving to the Mariposa Grove. Commercial parking reservations are only available to commercial operators having a commercial use authorization (CUA) from Yosemite National Park, and private, nonprofit bus groups.

Where should I stay in Yosemite for the first time?

To sum up, if it’s going to be your first time in Yosemite, I highly recommend you to stay in Yosemite Valley to be right inside the park. If you want to base in a city center yet want to be close to Yosemite National Park, you can prefer a hotel in Oakhurst, Jamestown, or Groveland.

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