Best time to go
The center operates seasonally in summer, so don't plan on it as a year-round stop. It's about half a mile northeast of the South Entrance. Free, first-come parking includes 16 spaces by the center and 38 more beside the South Campground picnic area, about 250 feet away. Park admission or a valid pass is still required, and the front lot has no shuttle stop. If the lots fill, allow 10 to 20 minutes to walk from the main Visitor Center along the paved, relatively flat Pa'rus Trail. The building has a ramp and accessible parking; the trail may still need wheelchair assistance. Drinking water and bottle filling are available, and the flush restrooms are seasonal.
