Hetch Hetchy Road daylight-only access at Yosemite: what applies in 2026?

Exact conditions

Status

Required under the listed conditions

Applies to

vehicles

Place or corridor

Hetch Hetchy Road / Hetch Hetchy Entrance

Effective dates

January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026

Release model

first come

Release detail: No permit or reservation - the gate is simply open sunrise to sunset and closes when it is snowing or snow is forecast overnight.

Fee detail: No separate fee beyond the park entrance fee.

Exceptions and limits

• All other park entrances are open 24 hours per day.