Despite diminishing snow levels, the road opening effort this year was hampered by persistent avalanche danger.
Snow remains along the higher reaches of the road.
Active avalanche areas along the road will be posted as no stopping zones. Vault toilets will be temporarily installed for visitor use. No drinking water, gasoline, food service, campgrounds or accommodations will be available until water and wastewater systems can be put in service. The Glacier Point Road will open Friday, July 3.M Vault toilets will be temporarily installed for visitor use. No drinking water will be available until water and wastewater systems can be put in service.