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Where to Camp at Yosemite National Park
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| By Sofia
Mitchell |
Yosemite
is a beautiful spot to visit year round. From the bustling summer
season to the quiet snow-covered winter months, the beauty of Yosemite
changes with each season. There are year-round camping options at
Yosemite.
Due to elevations, some of the campgrounds are seasonal. The level
of amenities at each campground vary, so if your heart is set on
staying in a certain area, be sure to plan well in advance to get
your reservation. Some sites accept dog and all sites require strict
attention to food storage due to bears.
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Campgrounds
Located in Yosemite Valley Here is an overview of
the campgrounds at Yosemite National Park to help you plan your
trip.
Upper Pines Campground - Located in Yosemite Valley
and is open all year. Reservations required for stays during March
through November. The rest of the year is on a first come, first
serve. There are 238 sites and RV's up to 35 feet and trailers up
to 24 feet are allowed. Three of the sites are suitable for wheelchairs.
Lower
Pines Campground – Located near Curry Village
in Yosemite Valley. It is typically open March through October.
Reservations required and can be made up to five months in advance.
There are 60 sites and RV's up to 40 feet and trailers up to 35
feet are available.
North Pines Campground – Seasonal campground
located near Curry Village in Yosemite Valley. It is typically open
April through September. Reservations required and can be made up
to five months in advance. There are 81 sites and RV's up to 40
feet and trailers up to 35 feet are allowed. |
The final Yosemite Valley is Camp 4 – This campground is open
all year and is located at 4,000 feet elevation. It is located in
the valley near the Yosemite Lodge. Reservations are not taken at
this location, but the campground does fill up early spring through
fall.
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Upper Pines Campground |
Tuolumne Meadows |
Campgrounds
Near Yosemite Valley:
Wawona
Campground is located at approximately 4,000 feet.
It is open year round and reservations are required April through
September, and the rest of the year is on a first come, first serve
basis. There are 93 sites, plus a group site as well as equestrian-oriented
sites. RV's and trailers up to 35 feet .
Hodgdon
Meadow 105-site campground is located near the Big
Oak Flat entrance station at about 4,900 feet. The campground is
open year round and reservations are required. RV's up to 35 feet
and trailers up to 27 feet are permitted. Group camp sites are also
available spring through fall.
Crane
Flat 166-site campground is located about 30 minutes
from Yosemite Valley. It is typically open July to September and
reservations are required. Two of the sites are accessible for wheelchairs.
RV's up to 35 feet and trailers up to 27 feet can be accommodated.
Tamarack Flat 52-site campground is located about 45 minutes north
of Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 6,300 feet. It is typically
open June through September. This campground is first come, first
serve only. RV's and trailers are not recommended. No potable water
onsite.
Rounding out campgrounds near the valley are Yosemite Creek - This
75-site campground is located about one hour north of Yosemite Valley
at an elevation of 7,700 feet. It is typically open July through
September. This campground is first come, first serve only. RV's
and trailers not recommended. |
Private
Campgrounds Near Yosemite National Park: |
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Yosemite
Lakes Campground is located 5
miles from the west gate of Yosemite National Park. The campground
is situated on a 400-acre preserve with the Tuolumne River running
through it.
Swimming, fishing and panning for gold are some of the fun activates
you can enjoy at Yosemite Lakes Campground. Nearby is the state's
largest public cavern, Moaning Cavern.
No tent or RV then try one of Yosemite Lakes yurts. Fully equipped
kitchen, bath and living area. |
Campgrounds
Near Yosemite National Park:
Hodgdon
Meadow Campground 45 minutes from the Yosemite Valley
of Highway 120 (Tioga Road.) 104 campsites with Each campsite contains
a picnic table, fire ring and a food storage locker. A gas station
and general store are eight miles away at Crane Flat. Hiking, biking,
rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding are all nearby.
Tuolumne
Meadows Campground is located 1.5 hours from Yosemite
Valley at approximately 8,600 feet. It is typically open July through
September. There are 304 sites and half are available on a reservation
basis, and the rest are first come, first service. RV's and trailers
up to 35 feet are allowed. Equestrian sites are also available.
Tioga Road five miles from the Tioga Pass Entrance Station
Yosemite National
Park is always open, and you can enter or leave the park at any
time (except for Hetch Hetchy entrance, which is open approximately
during daylight hours). |
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Bodie
Ghost Town from the
late 1800's and stands today in a state of "arrested
decay" |
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Mammoth
Lakes year round playground
for outdoor fun. 30 miles from Mono Lake.
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| June
Lake Loop is home to incredibly
vistas and opportunities for outdoor activity. |
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