Peak-hours entrance reservation at Yosemite: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

Peak-hours entrance reservation - DISCONTINUED for 2026, none required

Exact conditions

Status: Not required; the stated access rule still applies
Applies to: all visitors
Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Release model: unpublished

Release detail: Not applicable - the park announced on 2026-02-18 that it will not use a reservation system in 2026.

Fee detail: No reservation fee, because no reservation exists in 2026.

Exceptions and limits

No exceptions needed - no entrance reservation exists in 2026.
Entire park, all entrances

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

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.

Entrance Reservations - Yosemite National Park