West Curry Village EV Charging Station

Overview

This is the Valley’s biggest EV charging cluster: 20 free, Level 2 J1772 ports in the parking lot west of Curry Village (just east of Stoneman Bridge). It’s open 24/7 and sits steps from the Curry Village action, so you can plug in and go enjoy the day while your car sips electrons.

What to Expect

• Hardware: Level 2 (240V) with J1772 connectors.
• Cost: Free, courtesy of Yosemite Hospitality.
• Access: 24 hours a day.
• Location: West Curry Village lot, close to the shuttle stop.

Crowd Patterns

Expect the fiercest competition around late morning through afternoon on busy weekends and in summer. Early mornings (around 8 a.m.) and later in the day (after roughly 4 p.m.) tend to be easier for snagging a spot, though this can vary by season and visitation.

Backup Options Nearby

If it’s full, other free Level 2 J1772 options in the Valley include:

• Yosemite Falls Day Use Parking (10)
• Yosemite Valley Lodge (8)
• The Ahwahnee (6)
• Yosemite Valley Welcome Center east lot (4)

For true fast charging, the closest DC option is the Tesla Supercharger in El Portal, outside the Valley.

Best Time to Visit

• Weekdays beat weekends, especially outside peak summer.
• Aim for early morning charging before your hikes or late afternoon/early evening when day users thin out.
• In shoulder seasons, availability improves across the board.

Tips

• Bring a J1772 adapter if you drive a Tesla.
• Arrive early or late in the day for the best odds of an open port.
• Move your car when charging finishes—spots are in demand.
• Preload maps and charging info before entering the Valley; cell service can be unreliable.
• If the lot is full, pivot to Yosemite Falls Day Use Parking or Yosemite Valley Lodge first—they’re the next largest banks of chargers.