Sunrise light on a grove of tufa towers emerging from the water of Mono Lake with soft green and dusty-red wild grasses in the foreground, Canada geese in the shallow water with reflections of the rocky towers, and desert hills in the distance.

Yosemite National Park holiday traffic forecast

Sunrise light on a grove of tufa towers emerging from the water of Mono Lake with soft green and dusty-red wild grasses in the foreground, Canada geese in the shallow water with reflections of the rocky towers, and desert hills in the distance.

This post was written by Jessica Schneider, 2015-2020 Office Director, 2011-2013 Information Center & Bookstore Manager, and 2010 Information Center & Bookstore Assistant.

As you travel to the Eastern Sierra for the Fourth of July holiday this year, this handy traffic tool can show you the best times to avoid the masses while driving through Yosemite National Park.


As always, drive safely during your visit—watch for other visitors and wildlife along the road. When you get through Yosemite to the town of Lee Vining, stop in at the Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore so we can help you make the most of your visit. We look forward to seeing you this week!