South Fork Merced River (W9)
This is the largest tributary of the Merced River.
Plan Around South Fork Merced River (W9)
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South Fork Merced River (W9) Details
Most of the Merced River flows within Yosemite National Park. If you look upstream from the south fork, you will see a restored covered bridge - this is a part of the Pioneer Yosemite History Center. The river is sometime confused with Illilouette Creek because it was mislabeled as "Illilouette Creek" on 1871 California Geological Survey reports. Illilouette Creek is actually another tributary of the Merced River further to the east. Roadside marker: W9
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Wawona Road (Rt 41)
Nearby Parks Around South Fork Merced River (W9)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around South Fork Merced River (W9)
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0.1 mi away
Pioneer Gift & Grocery
Offering groceries, camping and fishing supplies, and gifts.
0.1 mi away
Wawona Center Picnic Area
A small area located along the Merced River.
0.1 mi away
Wawona Gas Station
One of two gas stations open year-long in the Park.
0.1 mi away
Wawona Visitor Center
This Visitor Center and the historic Hill's Studio are located on the grounds of the Wawona Hotel.
0.1 mi away
Wawona Visitor Center
Provides maps, books and other information.
