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Yosemite National Park
Weapons/Firearms

The possession, use, or discharge of a firearm in Yosemite National Park is prohibited, to include pellet and BB guns.

Weapons may be transported through the park, provided that they are unloaded, broken down or cased, with ammunition kept separate from the weapon, and securely stored in your car or hotel room.

You may not carry the weapon.

Natural fires were low intensity prior to suppression.  

Did You Know?
Prior to fire suppression by Euro-American settlers, approximately 16,000 acres burned each year in Yosemite National Park either by natural fires or through American Indian fire management practices.

Last Updated: May 17, 2008 at 01:50 EST