Spring and autumn are practically perfect for hiking. Winter is a quiet and peaceful time to be on the trails, ... the Mariposa Grove, as it's near the south entrance, is a 1.5-hour drive away (40 ...

The other two are the Merced Grove, with 20 trees, located six miles west at Crane Flat and accessed via a three-mile round-trip hike. And then there’s the Mariposa Grove, the most popular and ...

The Washburn fire ignited July 7 along a forested trail in Yosemite National Park and initially caused fears of an environmental catastrophe, threatening the grove’s ancient trees.However ...

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park, California, is open after the Washburn Fire. Info about trails, shuttle buses & the nearby Oak Fire.

Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park, shown here shortly after the Washburn Fire began July 7, 2022, suffered only minor damage. No facilities burned and no giant sequoias died.

Perfect weather, stunning scenery, and more room to roam—here’s why spring and fall are the best times to visit.

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park, California, is open after the Washburn Fire. Info about trails, shuttle buses & the nearby Oak Fire.

The Mariposa Grove of giant sequoia trees, one of the most popular and breathtaking landmarks in Yosemite National Park, reopened to the public Wednesday morning, nearly four weeks after a major ...