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Other than the entrance fee, you don't need a reservation or permit to visit Yosemite. However, you should get a lodging or campground reservation if you plan to spend the night.

Yosemite Brims with Activities for the Solo Traveler With more than 750 miles of trails, studded with scenic overlooks and natural wonders around every bend there is enough for a lifetime of exploration. Choose from popular trails with plenty of company or opt for the path less traveled for more alone time.

A wilderness permit is required year-round for backpacking, overnight climbing, or any other overnight stay in the Yosemite Wilderness. A wilderness permit is not required for day hikes (unless hiking to Half Dome) or for staying in lodging facilities and frontcountry campgrounds.

Packing for a Yosemite Day Hike Layers. Be prepared for potential temperature shifts anywhere in Yosemite, but especially when hiking at higher elevations. ... Good hiking shoes and socks. ... Water (and plenty of it) ... Snacks. ... Sun Protection & Bug Spray. ... In Case of Emergency.

Reservations are not required to visit Yosemite National Park. As always, we strongly recommend that you make a reservation if you plan to stay overnight in Yosemite. The park entrance fee is $35 per car (valid for seven consecutive days).

The Enchantment Permit Area Zones During the permit season, camping is restricted to the zone for which a permit is issued. The only exception to this is that those obtaining a Core Enchantment Permit are also allowed to camp in any of the other zones.

It is an absolutely gorgeous hike, but it is also extremely difficult, when done as a day hike. Over the course of almost 20 miles, you will ascend one mile and then drop down another 7,000 feet to finish the hike. It is a long, hard day but one that you will never forget.

Roadside parking is limited to a maximum of 24 hours, when roadside parking is allowed. Roadside parking is not allowed when construction is ongoing near Whitney Portal.

Can I sleep in my car? This is an active bear area and sleeping in your car at Whitney Portal is not permitted. While a solid car may seem more bear resistant than a tent, bear are accustomed to searching for food around the parked cars and food storage lockers.

Although challenging, a trip through The Enchantments is an experience you won't forget. The terrain, carved by glaciers and eroded over the millenia, looks unlike any other place on earth. Overnight permits are required for backpackers. This route is recommended to take 2-3 days.