Yes, this makes no sense. Yosemite National Park has announced that the warm spring weather has allowed them to open the Mist Trail, famous as it wends its way past massive waterfalls...and leads to Half Dome.
What makes no sense is that the park itself is closed to all visitors. So the trail is open; you just can't hike on it.
Here's hoping the park will open soon!
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We love these reports. Please note that bear encounters are much more peaceful now that Yosemite has put significant regulations in place on food storage in the park 2021 Total Bear Incidents: 15 202
The Dexter Fire update Incident Start Date: July 12, 2021 Cause: Lightning Acreage: 1,679 Containment: 10% Hand Crews: 5 Engines: 27 Helicopters: 4 Air Tankers: 6 Dozers: 1 Water Tenders: 3 Total Pers