SPECIAL TRAVEL ALERTS
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED THROUGH FRIDAY, FEB 20TH DUE TO HEAVY SNOWFALL AND FALLING TREES AND WILL REOPEN ON SATURDAY, FEB. 21ST.
ONLY THE HWY. 41 AND HWY. 140 ENTRANCES WILL BE OPEN. THE HWY 120 ENTRANCE WILL REMAIN TEMPORARILY CLOSED.
Call the Yosemite Information Line at 209-372-0200 (then 1, 1) for current status of the park.
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With the storms this week, some roads and highways may be impacted by rain, snow, wind, and ice. Please be prepared and call ahead for the most up-to-date conditions. Carry tire chains or cables and know how to install them for a smooth and safe trip:
Highway 108/Sonora Pass and Highway 120 outside of Yosemite National Park: Call Caltrans at 1-800-427-7623 or view QuickMaps or Current Road Conditions.
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Download Caltrans' Winter Driving Tips brochure for detailed information.
All drivers must carry tire chains or cables in their vehicle when entering a designated chain control area, even if the vehicle is equipped with 4-wheel OR all-wheel drive or is a rental vehicle, and may be required to install them.
Check the weather at the links below.
Current Road Conditions
Updated: 2/20/26, 4:40pm.
This information is generally only updated Monday through Friday during normal business hours as needed. Check websites and call the numbers listed for the most current information.
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED AND WILL REOPEN ON SATURDAY, FEB. 21. ONLY THE HWY 41 AND HWY 140 ENTRANCES WILL BE OPEN.
THERE IS NOT AN ANTICIPATED TIME FOR THE HWY. 120/BIG OAK FLAT ENTRANCE TO REOPEN
The road conditions on Highway 120 (outside of Yosemite) are impacted by the storms this past week. Tire chain restrictions are in place, and travelers should be prepared for delays. Use caution as crews are working to improve road conditions.
Check nps.gov/yose or cal 209-372-0200 for the most current updates as conditions can change quickly with upcoming storms.
Text "Yosemite" to 333111 to receive real-time text (SMS) alerts about the status of the park.
The road conditions on Upper Highway 108 are impacted by the storms this past week. Tire chain restrictions are in place, and travelers should be prepared for delays. Use caution as crews are working to improve road conditions and clearing down trees and power lines in the area.
Call CalTrans for current conditions at 1-800-427-7623 or view QuickMaps or Current Road Conditions. Conditions can change quickly with upcoming storms.
- Highway 108/Sonora Pass: CLOSED FOR THE SEASON AT SNO-PARK (11 MILES EAST OF STRAWBERRY) DUE TO SNOW.
- Caltrans encourages motorists to drive with caution, carry chains, and watch for icy road conditions in the early morning & evening hours. The route can close again due to inclement weather.
Quick Winter Travel Tips
Before heading to the mountains for winter fun...
Winterize Your Vehicle: Check tires, battery, wiper blades, brakes, heater, fluids and lights
Pack an Emergency Supply Kit: First-Aid kit, food, water, flashlights, blankets, warm clothes
Carry tire chains, know how to install them, and check the road conditions at 1-800-427-7623
Sign Up for Tuolumne County Emergency Alerts delivered to your cellular phone and/or email while you're in the area.
Day-use visitors to Yosemite National Park will not be required to make a reservation to enter the park in 2026. This provides added flexibility for travelers, while the park remains committed to managing traffic, protecting natural and cultural resources, and supporting safe, enjoyable visits for all.
Visitors traveling in 2026 are encouraged to:
- Plan visits early, especially for weekends and holiday periods.
- Consider weekday trips for lower congestion and greater parking availability.
- Explore options for hiking, sightseeing and recreation outside Yosemite Valley.
- Visit the park with a local guiding service or on public transportation like YARTS (Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System)
- Check the park website for real-time conditions, seasonal updates and trip-planning tools.
Current Weather and Air Quality Conditions
Weather:
Click for pinpoint forecasts from the National Weather Service
Sonora | Groveland | Hetch Hetchy Reservoir | Twain Harte | Pinecrest | Yosemite Valley | Crane Flat on Big Oak Flat Rd.
Air Quality:
Click here to see the current air quality data while considering your outdoor activities.
View Local Webcams:
Note: These webcams are not operated by Visit Tuolumne County.
Groveland (Pine Mountain Lake Airport, off of Highway 120)
Groveland (CalTrans webcam, Highway 120; elevation 2,800 ft.)
Twain Harte (Highway 108 corridor; elevation 4,000 ft.)
Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort Webcams (Highway 108 corridor; elevation 8,200 ft. and 6,600 ft.)
