The Yosemite Valley Loop mistake everyone makes

I keep seeing people head out on the Mist Trail to Nevada Fall without checking the park conditions page first. Last week I passed six groups on the John Muir Trail descent who had no idea the Mist Trail was closed for rock repairs past Vernal Fall. They all had to backtrack 3 miles on tired legs. Why do people skip the ranger station or the NPS app before starting?

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river1835mo ago

Did you check NPS alerts before you hit the trailhead?

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mitchell.shane5mo ago

It's cute you think I even look at my phone before heading out, let alone check NPS alerts. I just show up and hope the trail isn't on fire.

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