Snow, superbloom, lightning: Stunning images of June in California captured by Yosemite photographer

Lightning, snowfall and a stunning capture of a vast superbloom with a snow-covered Sierra mountain range as its backdrop: A Yosemite photographer has captured some eye-catching images of California’s intense June weather and the aftermath of a historically wet winter.

Rare wolverine sighting in Yosemite National Park

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is currently monitoring a rare sighting of a wolverine in California.

Flooding expected in Yosemite Valley Tuesday

The National Weather Service said Monday the Merced River in Yosemite Valley is expected to reach flood stage of 10 feet at Pohono Bridge by Tuesday morning. 

Yosemite National Park closes several campgrounds amid flooding forecast

After months of record snowmelt, Yosemite National Park officials announced they would close several campgrounds Monday due to the forecast of flooding.

River rafters say big California snowmelt means epic season

Triple Threat. Deadman’s Drop. Satan’s Cesspool. After years of drought, the rapids along California’s American River are truly living up to their names.

Yosemite Valley to reopen after fears of flooding recede

Temporarily shuttered parts of Yosemite Valley will reopen earlier than expected after fears of flooding receded Saturday, park officials announced.

Most of Yosemite National Park closed until next week

The Yosemite area is bracing for flooding, and rangers have closed much of the famous park to visitors for the next few days. 

Snow melt uncovers damage caused by unprecedented Sierra winter

As temperatures rise in California and the "Big Melt" begins, the damage done by this year's epic snow pack is slowly being revealed.

Yosemite National Park to close much of valley as flooding risk grows

Yosemite National Park announced most of Yosemite Valley, the park's most popular section, will close Friday for at least five days due to the risk of flooding. 

Yosemite National Park to partially reopen

Yosemite National Park will partially reopen to the public on Saturday but with limited services, officials said.

Yosemite National Park to remain closed till March 13 or longer

Yosemite National Park, which has been buried by record amounts of snow, will remain closed through at least March 12.

Yosemite National Park is stunning covered in snow

It's a hard call to make: Which season is the most stunning at Yosemite National Park? Some say it's winter.

Yosemite not requiring reservations for summer 2023

Those hoping to explore the famed Yosemite National Park this summer won't need a reservation as done in previous years, the park announced.

This 8-year-old boy could become the youngest to scale Yosemite's El Capitan

An 8-year-old boy from Colorado could become youngest to scale El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Sam Baker set out Monday on a 5-day trek to conquer one of the world's most popular formations for climbers.

Professional rock climber charged with sex assaults at Yosemite National Park

A grand jury indicted Charles Barrett who they allege engaged in sexual contact with someone identified as K.G. without her permission over two consecutive days in August 2016.