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Yosemite National Park will not require vehicle reservations in 2026

February 18, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

Yosemite National Park today announced it will no longer use a timed reservation system in 2026. The decision follows a comprehensive evaluation of traffic patterns, parking availability and visitor use during the 2025 season.

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