Wawona Picnic Area

Quick Facts

Amenities

5 listed

Grill, Picnic Table, Recycling, Restroom, Trash/Litter Receptacles

Be enticed by the refreshing aroma of the forest and the sounds of the burbling river while sitting down to a picnic in Wawona.

Picnic tables and grills are available at this scenic spot along the south fork of the Merced River.

Hours:
Year-round

Getting Here:
The Wawona Picnic area is located on the Wawona Road, near the Wawona Campground, about a mile north of Wawona.

Rules & Regulations:
Picnic areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis (reservations are not available).

Hazards & Warnings:
For your safety and that of wildlife:

Keep your distance from animals, even if they approach you.
Never feed wild animals.
Dispose of trash in bear-proof trash cans or dumpsters.
While enjoying your picnic, keep your food, trash, and other scented items within arm's reach.
If a bear approaches, yell as loudly as possible to scare the bear away.

Accessibility:
The Wawona Picnic Area features accessible picnic tables with extended tops, accessible restrooms, and grills that are accessible.