Wawona Hotel Nearby Activities & Services

Our wranglers guide your trip with stories and information about Yosemite's history, folklore, flora and fauna. No previous riding experience necessary for the 2- and 4-hour guided trips. Full-day and multi-day trips are also available. Late Spring thorough early Fall, conditions permitting.

See the famous Grizzly Giant, believed to be the oldest tree currently living, walk through the California Tunnel Tree and explore the unique grove on foot or via open-air tram with our new audio tour available in multiple languages. Late Spring through early Fall, conditions permitting.

Travel back in Yosemite's history in the blacksmith shop, bakery, Wells Fargo bank, jail and covered bridge. The center comes alive during the summer with programs presented by rangers/naturalists. And select Summer Saturday nights come alive with barn dances and stagecoach rides.

California's original ski area, Badger Pass, is located on the road to Glacier Point – just a short drive from Wawona Hotel. Gentle slopes, friendly staff and the beauty of Yosemite in winter have made this a traditional vacation spot for generations of Californians.

Sundries, newspapers, gift items, magazines, books, posters, snacks, seasonal clothing, jewelry and apparel items are all available.

A full-service post office, including parcel post, is located down the hill from the hotel.

This is one of the few places in Yosemite National Park where visitors may purchase gasoline as the only other gas in the Park is at Crane Flat (year-round) and Tuolumne Meadows (Summer only).

During the Summer, a free shuttle provides service to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias from the parking lot of Pioneer Gift & Grocery.