South Entrance (W12)
The main entrance for visitors from the south.
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South Entrance (W12) Details
Most visitors from southern California enter the park through the South Entrance at the junction of the road to Mariposa Grove. Traffic can be heavy at times. You'll want to get in the right lane if you need to stop and use the restroom, or are heading to Mariposa Grove. Roadside marker: W12
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Wawona Road (Rt 41)
Nearby Parks Around South Entrance (W12)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around South Entrance (W12)
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0.0 mi away
Mariposa Grove Road
A two-mile road to get to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias.
0.7 mi away
Mariposa Grove Picnic Area
A small picnic area on the road to Mariposa Grove.
1.1 mi away
Mariposa Grove (S1)
A grove of more than 500 giant sequoias, some of them up to 3,000 years old.
1.2 mi away
Big Trees Gift Shop
This quaint little shop offers books, postcards, and gifts.
