Last updated: May 6, 2024
Place
Mariposa Grove Shuttle Stop 2: Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza
Quick Facts
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Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is the park's largest stand of giant sequoias, with about 500 mature sequoias in the grove. Park at the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza and board the free shuttle bus to get a personal glimpse of these giants.
Season and Hours of Operation
The Mariposa Grove Shuttle provides free service between the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite's South Entrance, and the Mariposa Grove.
Shuttle operation dates are subject to change based on conditions and varies from year to year. The road and shuttle service may open as early as April 15 and will close on or before November 30 (depending on conditions). The Mariposa Grove Road is closed from late fall through sometime in spring (when shuttles are not operating). When closed, the road, along with all trails within the Grove, remain open to hikers, snowshoers, and skiers.
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Getting Here
Mariposa Grove shuttle stop 2 is located at the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza, near Yosemite National Park's South Entrance.
Rules & Regulations
- Allow wheelchairs to board first
- Collapse strollers before boarding.
- No oversized or jogging strollers.
- Remove baby-back carriers when seated
- Board shuttles using the front doors ONLY, and exit through the rear doors
- Shuttle buses only stop at designated bus stops
- No pets
- No food or drink
- No smoking
Hazards & Warnings
In case of emergency, alert the shuttle driver or park staff.
Accessibility
When the Mariposa Grove Road is open, vehicles displaying a disability placard can either drive to the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza, park in a designated accessible space, then ride the shuttle, or they can drive up the Mariposa Grove Road and park at the Mariposa Grove Arrival Area or at the Grizzly Giant accessible parking area. Parking is limited.