How many people go to Yosemite in a day?

The basic conclusion: Yosemite Valley can handle 18,710 people at one time before traffic begins to slow down and visitor experiences begin to suffer. That report says the valley “will accommodate a peak visitation of approximately 20,100 visitors per day.”



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The Park covers an area of over 3,000 km² and reaches across the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountain chain. Yosemite is visited by over 3.5 million people each year, many of whom drive 3½ hours from San Francisco and only spend time in the 18 km² of Yosemite Valley.

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Yosemite's peak season lies between Memorial Day and Labor Day. If you visit outside the popular summer months you'll likely avoid the crowds, even at famous sights.

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How Many Days Should You Spend in Yosemite? For the best experience, plan on spending three days in Yosemite, especially if you like hiking. Three days gives you enough time to hike a few trails, explore Yosemite Valley, drive Tioga Road to Olmsted Point, and visit Glacier Point and Taft Point.

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Historically, June, July and August are the busiest months at Yosemite. That said, here are a few factors that make even the most touristy season approachable and appealing. Many people visit Yosemite just for the day, driving Tioga road to see the spectacular views.

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Be an early bird to avoid crowds. Try to visit the Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove by 9am or earlier. Then you can head to Tioga Pass road trails and views and in and around Tuolumne Meadows, they are less crowded, and you'll be able to find yourself alone even during peak hours.

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May through September is the most popular time in Yosemite These months correspond with the best weather and are also when all the roads, trails, lodging, shuttles and attractions in the park are open. That includes its most famous drive, Tioga Rd, a 64-mile-long scenic byway that closes when the snow begins to fall.

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Each year, Yosemite National Park welcomes over four million visitors. If you're visiting Yosemite—particularly Yosemite Valley—during spring or fall, expect extremely high visitor concentrations, resulting in extended traffic delays, extremely limited parking, busy trails, and no lodging or campground availability.

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Within Yosemite National Park, you may not sleep in your car or RV except in a campsite that you're registered to stay in (except at Camp 4, where sleeping in cars is not allowed because it's a walk-in campground). Sleeping in your car along the side of the road is not allowed.

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Top Travel Recommendations
  1. Arrive early and stay late, and visit Yosemite during the week instead of on weekends. ...
  2. Ride a YARTS bus to enter the park.
  3. If you drive, park your car for the duration of your stay. ...
  4. Free shuttles can help you get around Yosemite Valley, but they will be full on busy days.


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Yosemite National Park is famous for its spectacular glacially carved landscape. Although glaciers have come and gone many times in the past, there are still two active glaciers near Yosemite's highest peaks.

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Daytime temperatures in Yosemite Valley sometimes reach 100°F during summer, while nights are cool. Temperatures in Tuolumne Meadows (8,600 feet) in mid-summer are usually in the 70s in the daytime and in the 30s at night.

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The winner: The opportunities for wilderness adventure in Yellowstone are many, but Yosemite has it all, from gentle trails along the floor of the valley to spine-tingling ascents of its rock faces. Plus, Yosemite remains open to many activities through the winter, while Yellowstone goes into bear-like hibernation.

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The highest temperature in Yosemite was recorded in 1915. That year, the national park hit 115 degrees. When temperatures peak this weekend, the region will inch ever closer to that historic high.

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Average Daily Costs The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Yosemite National Park is $65. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Yosemite National Park is $130. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.

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Staying Inside of Yosemite National Park I recommend staying inside the park if you want to have more opportunities for sightseeing without the crowds. You'll find some incredibly scenic lodges and campgrounds here that will enhance your experience while you're here.

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The short answer is absolutely! Of all the places we have been in the world, there are few that rival the natural beauty of Yosemite. It is with good reason that the park is world famous.

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