Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is warning visitors about a deadly hazard called 'Summer Branch Drop' following the death of a Google engineer in a freak accident involving a falling tree limb.

Yosemite National Park is cautioning visitors about 'Summer Branch Drop,' a phenomenon where seemingly healthy trees suddenly shed limbs. The warning highlights a hidden summertime threat to park safety.

A wildfire named Dove Fire in Tuolumne County, approximately 70 miles west of Yosemite National Park, led to evacuations on Sunday. The fire prompted local authorities to issue evacuation orders for nearby residents.

Georgia’s Okefenokee swamp has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, marking the first such recognition for Georgia and the 27th in the U.S. It joins Yosemite National Park and other historic sites under this designation.

Yosemite National Park is experiencing higher-than-usual crowds this year following the Trump administration's decision to eliminate summer reservations at the park and other popular parks.

Josue Alfaro, a 22-year-old man, died after falling at Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park. His family expressed heartbreak and remembered him as a young man.

22-year-old Josue Alfaro died after falling at Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park. His family expressed heartbreak and described him as a young man they cherished.

Josué Alfaro, 22, died after plunging 600 feet over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park on June 20. His family is mourning his death, as stated on a verified GoFundMe page.

The family of Josue Alfaro, a 22-year-old man who died in Yosemite National Park, is using a GoFundMe to bring his body to El Salvador. He was killed in the Merced River on June 20.

Wilderness adventurers are warning about an 'extremely dangerous' waterfall in Yosemite National Park after a 22-year-old fell to his death from it.

A 22-year-old man died after falling over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park, as confirmed by officials. The incident occurred at a popular waterfall in the national park.

A 22-year-old man died after falling over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park, according to officials. The incident was confirmed by park authorities.

A 22-year-old man died after being swept over Nevada Fall, a 600-foot waterfall in Yosemite National Park, despite a witness's attempt to save him. Emergency personnel responded to the June 20 incident, which remains under investigation.

A 22-year-old swimmer was swept away by a raging waterfall at Yosemite National Park, with a witness describing a desperate attempt to rescue the drowning man. The incident occurred at the park's famed 600ft drop.

Josue Baires Alfaro, a 22-year-old visitor to Yosemite national park, died after being swept over a 594ft waterfall. A fellow parkgoer, Freesia Gaul, attempted to rescue him but was nearly swept over as well.

A 23-year-old man was swept down a 600-foot waterfall in Yosemite National Park on Saturday. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident.

A 23-year-old hiker fell over Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park. The incident occurred amid online death reports, though details remain unclear.

Three base jumpers sparked controversy at Yosemite National Park by making an illegal leap from El Capitan cliff on Juneteenth, evading rangers before disappearing into the forest. A visitor reported seeing them jump with parachutes as the sun set.

The article discusses the debate over Margalla Hills National Park (MHNP) between conservationists advocating for a ban on commercial activity and those supporting regulated recreation and tourism. It highlights global examples like Yosemite and Yellowstone, showing that successful conservation can coexist with managed tourism through zoning and strict regulations.

A Yosemite ranger was fired in 2025 after hanging a transgender flag on El Capitan and later filed a lawsuit alleging retaliatory dismissal and free speech violations. A judge dismissed the lawsuit.

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by a former Yosemite national park ranger who was fired after displaying a transgender pride flag in the park. The judge ruled the ranger must follow the process outlined in the Civil Service Reform Act, requiring them to file a complaint with the office of special counsel.

A federal judge ruled she lacks authority to reinstate a Yosemite National Park ranger who was fired for flying a trans pride flag on their day off. The ranger, Shannon Joslin, sued the Department of the Interior, arguing their firing violated free speech protections, but the judge dismissed the case, stating legal constraints prevent her from blocking potential criminal charges or ruling on the dismissal's constitutionality.

A judge ruled that there is no authority to reinstate a Yosemite ranger who was fired for displaying a trans flag. The former ranger is now required to pursue claims through the Office of Special Counsel.

PG&E cut power to over 2,000 homes and businesses in California due to a fast-moving wildfire near Yosemite National Park. The wildfire prompted evacuation orders for thousands of people. The fire is one of California's largest wildfires of the year.

Caltrans crews performed a controlled removal of a giant boulder along Highway 140 in Mariposa County to ensure safe passage to Yosemite National Park. The construction was done near Briceburg. The event was captured on video showing the boulder collapsing into the roadway.

Four people were infected with hantavirus at Yosemite National Park's Curry Village tent cabins in 2012, resulting in two deaths. The incident occurred at a popular tourist destination, highlighting the risk of hantavirus transmission. The outbreak led to increased awareness about the virus.

President Donald Trump withdrew Scott Socha's nomination to lead the National Park Service after Socha voluntarily stepped down in March 2026 for personal reasons. Socha, a Delaware North executive, had been nominated in February and expressed gratitude for the opportunity but confirmed his withdrawal, emphasizing his continued commitment to national parks.