Yosemite

25 technical canyons and slot canyon routes

Yosemite canyons are world-class granite descents within Yosemite National Park. Permits are required for backcountry and some technical canyoneering activities. Cold water, long rappels, and remote terrain demand advanced skills and careful planning.

25
Total Canyons
4
Beginner (1-2)
16
Intermediate (3)
5
Advanced (4+)

3-Day Weather Forecast & Flash Flood Risk for Yosemite

High Risk Today Based on NOAA regional forecast
Today
2026-04-11
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34° / 27°
Snow
Flash Flood Risk: High
Rain: 79% · Wind: 21 mph
Storms: 12 AM–11 PM
Tomorrow
2026-04-12
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26° / 19°
Snow
Flash Flood Risk: High
Rain: 95% · Wind: 21 mph
Storms: 12 AM–11 PM
Day 3
2026-04-13
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28° / 12°
Snow showers
Flash Flood Risk: Moderate
Rain: 41% · Wind: 9 mph
Storms: 12 AM–6 PM
Today · Tomorrow · Day 3 — Source: Open-Meteo / NOAA regional forecast data

Check the Yosemite 3-day weather forecast and regional flash flood outlook before choosing a canyon. This quick overview helps canyoneers compare temperatures, rain chances, storm timing, and NOAA-based flash flood risk across the Yosemite region.

Use this Yosemite conditions overview as a regional planning reference for canyoneering, slot canyon trips, and weather-sensitive routes. Always verify local conditions before entering any canyon.

Areas in Yosemite

All Yosemite Canyons

Cherry Creek Canyon

3C 1 rappels · 60ft max

Jawbone Creek (Lower)

3C 7 rappels · 200ft max

Jawbone Creek (Upper)

2C · 30ft max

Kennedy Creek

3C 2 rappels · 60ft max

Leavitt Falls

4C 4 rappels · 115ft max

Mill Creek (Stanislaus Tributary)

3B 4 rappels · 100ft max

South Fork Tuolumne River (Flip Flop)

3C 1 rappels · 105ft max

Summit Creek

3C

Cascade Creek (Yosemite National Park)

3C 6 rappels · 280ft max

Cathedral Creek

3C 5 rappels · 120ft max

Cathedral Peak

3A 3 rappels · 15ft max

Eichorn Pinnacle

3A

Half Dome

2A · 5099ft max

Indian Canyon (Yosemite National Park)

2A · 3299ft max

Muir Gorge (Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne River)

2C

Piute Creek (Yosemite National Park)

3C 10 rappels · 140ft max

Sentinel Falls

4B 12 rappels · 530ft max

Snow Creek

3C 9 rappels · 220ft max

Sunny Side Gulch

3B 5 rappels · 330ft max

Tamarack Creek

3B 4 rappels · 285ft max

Tenaya Canyon

3B 1 rappels · 70ft max

Wildcat Creek

3B 8 rappels · 175ft max

Yosemite Falls (Lower)

4B 1 rappels · 400ft max

Yosemite Falls (Middle Earth)

4C 6 rappels · 210ft max

Yosemite Falls (Upper)

4A 4 rappels · 500ft max

Plan your Yosemite canyoneering trip with weather forecasts and trip tracking

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Yosemite Weather & Flash Flood FAQ

What is the flash flood risk in Yosemite today?

The Yosemite regional forecast gives a quick overview of today's flash flood risk using NOAA regional forecast guidance, along with temperature, rain chances, and storm timing.

What is the 3-day weather forecast for Yosemite?

The Yosemite 3-day weather forecast shows a simple day-by-day view of temperatures, storm potential, and regional flash flood outlook to help canyoneers compare conditions before a trip.

Is this weather forecast canyon-specific?

No. This is a regional Yosemite weather and flash flood overview designed as a planning reference. Conditions can vary by drainage, route, and storm pattern.

Why does flash flood risk matter in Yosemite?

Yosemite includes many canyons and drainages where rain and storms can quickly change conditions. A regional flash flood outlook helps users understand broader weather risk before selecting a route.

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