Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Yosemite Highlights Small Group Tour

• Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite

• Yosemite Two-Day Private Tour and Hike

• Yosemite High Country & Mariposa Full Day Small Group Tour & Hike

Standard passes for Yosemite National Park, where the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is located, currently cost US$20 per person if you enter on foot. If driving a car, you’ll pay US$35, but that includes entry for everyone in the vehicle. Bring a credit card, as the park only accepts cashless payments.

Yes, visiting Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is definitely worth it—it’s one of the most popular areas within Yosemite National Park. This southern section of the park is home to over 500 giant mature sequoias, known as the largest trees in the world—they’ve grown the size of skyscrapers.

Plan for an early start, ideally just after sunrise when the trailhead opens. That way, you can beat the largest crowds—including tour groups that typically arrive around 12pm—and enjoy a quieter encounter with the sequoias. The car park also fills up quickly; it is often impossible to snag a spot after midmorning.

Yes, you can visit Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias on a guided tour. Many tour operators offer sightseeing and hiking excursions with varying levels of exertion. Choose between small-group trips or private tours, while durations range from 1-day tours to multi-day itineraries that include multiple sites in Yosemite.

Yes, restrooms are available in a few locations within Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Your best option is the Mariposa Grove Welcome Plaza, while vault toilets are also located in the picnic area and near the Grizzly Giant. In summer, flush toilets are available at the trailhead and Grove Cabin.