During the government shutdown, visitors and workers report that some parkgoers are engaging in unpermitted activities in Yosemite National Park.
A recent visitor, Sean Jennings from Santa Rosa, was surprised by the large number of people in the park on a weekday, saying
“There were people everywhere”.
Jennings had planned a trip to Yosemite with his daughter Sugar, including a night's stay at Porcupine Flats campground near Tioga Pass.
Author's summary: Yosemite National Park faces issues during the government shutdown.