Catastrophic” is the word former Yosemite Superintendent Don Neubacher used to describe the looming staffing situation to SFGATE.

The announcement comes as the federal government laid off about 1,000 newly hired National Park Service employees who maintain and clean parks.

Employees at Yosemite National Park are expressing their confusion and concern after learning they are out of a job.

Yosemite National Park has announced a temporary delay in the release of reservations for five popular campgrounds, including Upper Pines, Lower Pines, North Pines, Wawona, and Hodgdon Meadow. The delay affects camping dates between June 15 and July 14.

Employees at Yosemite National Park are expressing their confusion and concern after learning they are out of a job.

Yosemite National Park has over 750 miles of trails to explore. One, in particular, requires solid hiking skills but will reward you with a gorgeous view.

Yosemite National Park has announced it is delaying reservation bookings at popular camping sites amid uncertainty and widespread firings of federal positions.