Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of
granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility
of the High Sierra. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best
known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can
find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness
area, and much more.

Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra.

First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

## Overview

Bridalveil Creek Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park
in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is
situated on Glacier Point Road at an elevation of 7,200 feet, 26 miles from
Yosemite Valley. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer
granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast
wilderness areas and much more.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails near Bridalveil Creek Campground are plentiful, ranging in
length from a half-mile to nearly 13 miles. Popular hikes include the 4-Mile
Trail, Panorama Trail, Taft Point, Sentinel Dome and Ostrander Lake.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails near Bridalveil Creek Campground are plentiful, ranging in
length from a half-mile to nearly 13 miles. Popular hikes include the 4-Mile
Trail, Panorama Trail, Taft Point, Sentinel Dome and Ostrander Lake.

## Natural Features

The area is forested with pure stands of Red fir and Lodgepole pine, offering
a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Vanilla-scented Jeffrey pine and
picturesque western Juniper dot the landscape. Through the trees, Yosemite's
craggy granite peaks are visible, and the gentle, refreshing Bridalveil Creek
flows near the site.

## Nearby Attractions

A scenic, 7-mile drive leads to Glacier Point, with sweeping views of Yosemite
Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls and Clouds
Rest, among other notable landmarks.  
  
Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.  
  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks.
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous
wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

  * Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will **not** receive a refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.
  * Cancellation of a **group** site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. 
  * No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bridalveil Creek Campground  is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated on Glacier Point Road at an elevation of 7,200 feet, 26 miles from Yosemite Valley. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more. </p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips!</strong> Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.</p>
<p><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<p>For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit <a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular activities within the park. 
<br/><br/>
Hiking trails near Bridalveil Creek Campground are plentiful, ranging in length from a half-mile to nearly 13 miles. Popular hikes include the 4-Mile Trail, Panorama Trail, Taft Point, Sentinel Dome and Ostrander Lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular activities within the park. 
<br/><br/>
Hiking trails near Bridalveil Creek Campground are plentiful, ranging in length from a half-mile to nearly 13 miles. Popular hikes include the 4-Mile Trail, Panorama Trail, Taft Point, Sentinel Dome and Ostrander Lake.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The area is forested with pure stands of Red fir and Lodgepole pine, offering a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Vanilla-scented Jeffrey pine and picturesque western Juniper dot the landscape. Through the trees, Yosemite's craggy granite peaks are visible, and the gentle, refreshing Bridalveil Creek flows near the site.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A scenic, 7-mile drive leads to Glacier Point, with sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. <br/><br/>
Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.
<br/><br/>
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will <strong>not </strong>receive a refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.</li>
<li>Cancellation of a <strong>group</strong> site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date.  </li>
<li>No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.</li>
</ul>

Yosemite Campground Booking Window:  
Reservations may be made on the day of arrival and/or up to 5 months in
advance. New dates are released in blocks one month at a time on the 15th of
the month. For example, the January 15th on-sale date releases Yosemite
reservations for arrival between May 15th and June 14th, for a total possible
booking window between January 16th and June 14th.

Bridal Veil Creek

BRIDALVEIL CREEK GROUP AND HORSE CAMP

Bear in Meadow by Bridalveil Creek campground.

Bridalveil Creek Campground

## Overview

**Camp 4 has returned to first come, first served for the 2024 winter season.
Scan & Pay via the recreation.gov app is the only payment method. ****Download
the app prior to arrival.**

Camp 4 is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central
California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4,000
feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring
landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National
Park is known.

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting,
auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile
roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14 to 16
mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Rafting the Merced River is a fun
way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite
Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums,
ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting,
auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile
roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14 to 16
mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Rafting the Merced River is a fun
way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite
Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums,
ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.

## Natural Features

Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak,
ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir, and white-leaf manzanita, which
offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's
telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River
flows nearby.

## Lottery Information

**The Camp 4 lottery has ended for the 2022 season.** Sites at Camp 4 will be
available for per-person reservation beginning Wednesday, September 7 at 7:00
a.m. Pacific time.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellation Policy:** Cancellations made 48 hours or more in advance of
arrival date will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 48
hours of arrival date will also lose the first night's camping fee.

**Change Policy:** Only two changes may be made to each reservation.

**No Show Policy:** Reservation holders have until 8:30 a.m. the day following
their arrival date to check-in or their camping reservation will become void.
Campers should call (209) 372-8502 if they know they will be late. The maximum
fee for no shows is $20 and loss of the first night’s camping fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Camp 4 has returned to first come, first served for the 2024 winter season. Scan & Pay via the recreation.gov app is the only payment method. </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app#scanAndPay" rel="nofollow"><strong>Download the app prior to arrival.</strong></a> </p>
<p>Camp 4 is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14 to 16 mile trek to Half Dome <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/permits/234652" rel="nofollow">(permit required)</a>. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14 to 16 mile trek to Half Dome <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/permits/234652" rel="nofollow">(permit required)</a>. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak, ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir, and white-leaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.</p>

<h2>Lottery Information</h2>
<p><strong>The Camp 4 lottery has ended for the 2022 season.</strong> Sites at Camp 4 will be available for per-person reservation beginning Wednesday, September 7 at 7:00 a.m. Pacific time.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellation Policy: </strong>Cancellations made 48 hours or more in advance of arrival date will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours of arrival date will also lose the first night's camping fee.</p>
<p><strong>Change Policy: </strong>Only two changes may be made to each reservation. </p>
<p><strong>No Show Policy: </strong> Reservation holders have until 8:30 a.m. the day following their arrival date to check-in or their camping reservation will become void. Campers should call (209) 372-8502 if they know they will be late. The maximum fee for no shows is $20 and loss of the first night’s camping fee. </p>

Recreation Fee: $10.00 per person, per night.

**No Show Policy:**

Reservation holders have until 8:30 a.m. the day following their arrival date
to check-in or their camping reservation will become void. Campers should call
(209) 372-8502 if they know they will be late. The maximum fee for no shows is
$20 and loss of the first night’s camping fee.

**Discounts:**

Individual campers who are eligible for either the America the Beautiful
Senior or Access passes are entitled to a 50% discount for the cardholder
only. Discount pass must be presented at check-in or discount will be revoked
and you will be required to pay the difference.

This is a photo of the entry into the East side of Camp 4.

Camp 4 campground

This is a photo of the parking lot at Camp 4 campground

Camp 4 parking lot

Camp 4 overview

This is a photo of the restrooms at Camp 4 campground

Camp 4 restrooms

This is a photo of the Camp 4 campground with climbers bouldering in the foreground.

Camp 4 overview photo

This is a view of the Camp 4 campground with tents

This is a photo of the Ranger kiosk at Camp 4

Camp 4 Ranger Kiosk

Camp 4 campground east entry

Camp 4 kiosk with piles of snow around it.

Camp 4 kiosk buried under snow

Camp 4

## Overview

**Crane Flat is reopening after a four year hiatus due to the pandemic and a
complete overhaul and rehabilitation of the campsites. Please be mindful of
young plants and shrubs by keeping all wheels on parking pads and camping
equipment within established campsites. Thank you and welcome back!**

Crane Flat Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is
conveniently located 17 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 6,200
feet. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite
cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness
areas and so much more.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
Crane Flat is located between the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant
Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.  
  
  
The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
Crane Flat is located between the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant
Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.  
  
  
The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.

## Natural Features

The area is forested with stands of Sugar pine, Red fir and Lodgepole pine,
offering a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Vanilla-scented Jeffrey pine
and picturesque western Juniper dot the landscape. Vibrant summer wildflowers
fill the open meadows nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 30 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.  
  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks.  
  
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to
spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.  
  
Glacier Point has sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley,
Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls and Clouds Rest, among other notable
landmarks. Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping
back in time.  
  

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10
transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged.
No-shows will be charged a $20 service fee along with the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Crane Flat is reopening after a four year hiatus due to the pandemic and a complete overhaul and rehabilitation of the campsites. Please be mindful of young plants and shrubs by keeping all wheels on parking pads and camping equipment within established campsites. Thank you and welcome back!</strong></p>
<p>Crane Flat Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is conveniently located 17 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and so much more.</p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips! </strong>Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.</p>
<p><br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>Crane Flat is located between the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. <br><br><br>The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>Crane Flat is located between the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. <br><br><br>The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The area is forested with stands of Sugar pine, Red fir and Lodgepole pine, offering a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Vanilla-scented Jeffrey pine and picturesque western Juniper dot the landscape. Vibrant summer wildflowers fill the open meadows nearby.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Just 30 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.
<br/><br/>
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks. <br/><br/>
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.
<br/> <br/>
Glacier Point has sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. <br/><br/><h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged.
No-shows will be charged a $20 service fee along with the first night's fee.

Picture of a site at Crane Flat campground.

CRANE FLAT

Crane Flat Campground

## Overview

Hodgdon Meadow campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is 25 miles
from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4,875 feet. Within Yosemite, visitors
can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows,
ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more.  
Hodgdon Meadow campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance
on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January
15,**arrival** dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to
reserve, and therefore, the full **arrival** date window would be from January
15 to June 14.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography
are all very popular activities within the park.  
  
Hiking the 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip trails to the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias are a popular activity at Hodgdon Meadow. The White Wolf area
on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography
are all very popular activities within the park.  
  
Hiking the 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip trails to the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias are a popular activity at Hodgdon Meadow. The White Wolf area
on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.

## Natural Features

The area is forested with mixed stands of Red fir, incense-cedar, Ponderosa
pine and Lodgepole pine, offering a pleasant combination of sun and shade.
Vibrant wildflowers fill the open meadows each summer.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops. The Tioga
Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite
domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with
its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. Other sites of
interest include the beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. It's home to
spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads. Glacier Point has
sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal
and Nevada Falls and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. Wawona and
the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellation of individual site reservations will be charged a $10 service
fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first
night's fee will also be charged. Cancellation of a group site reservation
will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the
reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date.
Cancellations for a single night’s use will not be assessed a service fee. No-
shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the
first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Hodgdon Meadow campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is 25 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4,875 feet.   Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more.<br>Hodgdon Meadow campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15,<strong> arrival </strong>dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full <strong>arrival</strong> date window would be from January 15 to June 14. </p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips!</strong> Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.<br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. 
<br/><br/>
Hiking the 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip trails to the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias are a popular activity at Hodgdon Meadow. The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. 
<br/><br/>
Hiking the 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip trails to the Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias are a popular activity at Hodgdon Meadow. The White Wolf area on Tioga Road also offers many hiking opportunities.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The area is forested with mixed stands of Red fir, incense-cedar, Ponderosa pine and Lodgepole pine, offering a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Vibrant wildflowers fill the open meadows each summer.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks.    
Other sites of interest include the beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. It's home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads. Glacier Point has sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time.  <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>

Cancellation of individual site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged.

Cancellation of a group site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. 

Cancellations for a single night’s use will not be assessed a service fee. 

No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.

HODGDON MEADOW closed food locker

HODGDON MEADOW trailer site

HODGDON MEADOW entrance

HODGDON MEADOW restroom

Tioga Pass, Yosemite National Park

HODGDON MEADOW tent site

HODGDON MEADOW food locker

Hodgdon Meadow Kiosk

Hodgdon Meadow Campground

## Overview

Lower Pines campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on
the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15,
**arrival** dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to
reserve, and therefore, the full **arrival** date window would be from the
campground open date to June 14.

**Reservation tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. PST release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Lower Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of
4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-
inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite
National Park is known. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer
granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast
wilderness areas and much more.  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

For additional park information, call (209) 372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy, paved, two-mile round-trip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(advanced permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines
Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with
workshops.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy, paved, two-mile round-trip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(advanced permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines
Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with
workshops.

## Natural Features

Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak,
ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers
a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's
telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River
flows nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Glacier Point offers sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite
Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other
notable landmarks and a visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History
Center is like stepping back in time.  
  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks and the
beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous
wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10
transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged
(Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do
not receive a refund). No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with
the loss of the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Lower Pines campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15, <strong>arrival </strong>dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full <strong>arrival</strong> date window would be from the campground open date to June 14. </p>
<p><strong>Reservation tips! </strong>Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. PST release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.</p>
<p>Lower Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more.<br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<p>For additional park information, call (209) 372-0200 or visit <a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose</a>  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>Hiking trails range from the easy, paved, two-mile round-trip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (advanced permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.<br><br> Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with workshops.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>Hiking trails range from the easy, paved, two-mile round-trip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (advanced permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.<br><br> Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with workshops.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak, ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Glacier Point offers sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks and a visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. <br/><br/>
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks and the beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged (Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do not receive a refund).  No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with the loss of the first night's fee.

Lower Pines Campsite with Half Dome in the background

Yosemite National Park

Lower Pines Campground Entrance Kiosk

Lower Pines Campground Entrance

Keep Bears Wild Logo

Flooding in Lower Pines #62

Lower Pines Campground

## Overview

**North Pines campground will be utilizing a one-time Early Access Lottery
which will allow successful applicants to make a reservation within the entire
2025 season. See information and instructions below. Additional information
may be****found on Yosemite’s website.**

**Any remaining availability will be released during normal on-sale dates
beginning with the February 15 on-sale.**

When not on a lottery, campsites at North Pines are available up to five
months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. (PT). For example, on
February 15, **arrival** dates for the time period June 15 to July 14 become
available to reserve, and therefore, the full **arrival** date window would be
from season opening to July 14.

North Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of
4000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-
inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite
National Park is known. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls,
sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias,
vast wilderness areas and so much more.

**Reservation tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes on the regular on-sale dates. Login to your
account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You
may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if
you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have
access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published
on recreation.gov.  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and
many additional trailheads are within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with
workshops.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and
many additional trailheads are within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with
workshops.

## Natural Features

Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak,
Ponderosa pine, Incense-cedar, White fir, and Whiteleaf Manzanita, which
offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade.  
  
Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite cliff faces are visible, and
the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Within one to two hours, visitors can drive or ride a shuttle bus to some of
Yosemite's most grand viewpoints and historic sites. Glacier Point offers
sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal
and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks.  
  
A visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping
back in time.  
  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks.  
  
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous
wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10
transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged
(Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do
not receive a refund). No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with
the loss of the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>North Pines campground will be utilizing a one-time Early Access Lottery which will allow successful applicants to make a reservation within the entire 2025 season. See information and instructions below. Additional information may be </strong><a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/lottery-pilot.htm" rel="nofollow"><strong>found on Yosemite’s website. </strong></a> </p>
<p><strong>Any remaining availability will be released during normal on-sale dates beginning with the February 15 on-sale. </strong></p>
<p>When not on a lottery, campsites at North Pines are available up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. (PT). For example, on February 15, <strong>arrival</strong> dates for the time period June 15 to July 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full <strong>arrival</strong> date window would be from season opening to July 14. </p>
<p>North Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known.  Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and so much more.</p>
<p><strong>Reservation tips!</strong> Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes on the regular on-sale dates. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.<br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br/><br/>
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and many additional trailheads are within Yosemite Valley. <br/><br/>
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with workshops.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br/><br/>
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and many additional trailheads are within Yosemite Valley. <br/><br/>
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities,and an art center with workshops.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak, Ponderosa pine, Incense-cedar, White fir, and Whiteleaf Manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade.<br/><br/>
Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite cliff faces are visible, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Within one to two hours, visitors can drive or ride a shuttle bus to some of Yosemite's most grand viewpoints and historic sites. Glacier Point offers sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. <br/><br/>
A visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. <br/><br/>
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. <br/><br/>
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged (Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do not receive a refund).  No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with the loss of the first night's fee.

Yosemite National Park valley view

Half Dome, Merced River, fall colors

view of Sentinel Rock from the east

NORTH PINES entrance sign

NORTH PINES check-in kiosk

Tenaya Creek flooding into North Pines

North Pines flooded campground

North Pines Campground

## Overview

Porcupine Flat Campground will be available by reservation only in 2024. No
first come, first serve sites are available.

The campground typically opens in late-June and closes mid-October. The
opening date varies depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related
seasonal facility and road work.

Porcupine Flat Campground is located off the Tioga Road about 30 minutes west
of Tuolumne Meadows and over an hour from Yosemite Valley. RVs and Trailers
are not recommended for the narrow roads in this more primitive campground. At
an elevation of 8,100 feet (2,500 m) elevation, the campground is near
Porcupine Creek, which is the only water source (must be filtered, treated, or
boiled). The Porcupine Creek Trailhead is nearby. There are no visitor
services close to the campground.

For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking
opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake
and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west,
offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.
Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east,
where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.

The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and
granite domes. The road’s elevation ranges from 6,200 feet to just under
10,000 feet. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada
and is a good starting point for countless hikes. There is little to no cell
service along the road.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking
opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake
and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west,
offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.
Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east,
where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.

The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and
granite domes. The road’s elevation ranges from 6,200 feet to just under
10,000 feet. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada
and is a good starting point for countless hikes. There is little to no cell
service along the road.

## Natural Features

Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in
the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to
13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between
October and May (and over 75% between November and March). Most of Yosemite is
blanketed in snow from about November through May. (The Valley can be rainy or
snowy in any given winter storm.)

Porcupine Flat is situated along a seasonal creek which is it's only source of
water. Creek water must be treated and/or boiled before consuming.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 25 miles away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.

The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks. Several
trailheads line the road offering hikes to beautiful, secluded areas that can
only be accessed and enjoyed by foot.

Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to
spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date will generate a
refund, less a $10 transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's
fee are charged. One night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee,
but do not receive a refund. No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along
with the loss of the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Porcupine Flat Campground will be available by reservation only in 2024. No first come, first serve sites are available. </p>
<p>The campground typically opens in late-June and closes mid-October. The opening date varies depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facility and road work.</p>
<p>Porcupine Flat Campground is located off the Tioga Road about 30 minutes west of Tuolumne Meadows and over an hour from Yosemite Valley. RVs and Trailers are not recommended for the narrow roads in this more primitive campground. At an elevation of 8,100 feet (2,500 m) elevation, the campground is near Porcupine Creek, which is the only water source (must be filtered, treated, or boiled). The Porcupine Creek Trailhead is nearby. There are no visitor services close to the campground.</p>
<p>For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west, offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east, where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.</p>
<p>The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. The road’s elevation ranges from 6,200 feet to just under 10,000 feet. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada and is a good starting point for countless hikes. There is little to no cell service along the road.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west, offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east, where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.</p>
<p>The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. The road’s elevation ranges from 6,200 feet to just under 10,000 feet. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada and is a good starting point for countless hikes. There is little to no cell service along the road.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to 13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between October and May (and over 75% between November and March). Most of Yosemite is blanketed in snow from about November through May. (The Valley can be rainy or snowy in any given winter storm.) </p>

<p>Porcupine Flat is situated along a seasonal creek which is it's only source of water. Creek water must be treated and/or boiled before consuming. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Just 25 miles away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.</p>
<p>The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks. Several trailheads line the road offering hikes to beautiful, secluded areas that can only be accessed and enjoyed by foot.</p>
<p>Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date will generate a refund, less a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged. One night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do not receive a refund.  No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with the loss of the first night's fee.</p>

Porcupine Flat Campground Fee - All Sites $24.00

Porcupine Flat Campground Fee - Standard Sites (RV or Tent) and Tent Only
Sites

Very large, blond bear lying on the ground looking toward the camera

Bear lying on the ground

Campsite at Porcupine Flat campground with picnic table, fire ring and food locker.

Campsite at Porcupine Flat

Meadow and mountain view in Tuolumne area with cotton candy-colored clouds

Meadow and mountain view in Tuolumne area

Purple lupines and footprints along a trail

Lupines and footprints along a trail

Campsite 44 at Porcupine Flat with picnic table, fire ring and food locker

Campsite 44 at Porcupine Flat

Campsite 3 at Porcupine Flat with picnic table, fire ring and food locker

Campsite 3 at Porcupine Flat

Porcupine Flat Campground

## Overview

Tamarack Flat Campground is available by reservation only. No first come,
first serve sites are available.

The campground typically opens in mid-June and closes in early October.
Opening date for the Tamarack Flat Campground varies depending on the opening
of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facility and road work.

Tamarack Flat Campground is located off the Tioga Road just east of Crane
Flat. The campground is approximately 20 miles (45 minutes) from Yosemite
Valley and is tucked away in the forest 3 miles off Tioga Road. RVs and
Trailers are not recommended for this hard to access, primitive campground. At
an elevation of 6,300 feet (1,900 m) elevation, the campground is near
Tamarack Creek, which is the only water source (must be filtered, treated, or
boiled). There is a gas station nearby at Crane Flat.

For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.

A hiking and backpacking trail leaves from the campground and can be used to
hike to areas such as Cascade Creek, El Capitan and other points along the
North Rim of Yosemite Valley.

Yosemite Valley is a 25 mile drive from Tamarack Flat Campground. Many of
Yosemite's most popular trails along with the Merced River, bike trails,
beaches and picnic areas can be easily accessed in Yosemite Valley.

Two of Yosemite's three groves of giant sequoias are located in the Crane Flat
area (5-10 miles from Tamarack Flat). Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant
Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. The
trailheads are accessible year-round, although trails may be snow-covered
winter. Both short hikes lead downhill into sheltered areas with flowing
water, dogwood, azaleas, and ancient sequoia trees.

Many other hiking opportunities exist at trailheads along the Tioga Road and
in Tuolumne Meadows.

For additional park recreation information, visit
www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.

A hiking and backpacking trail leaves from the campground and can be used to
hike to areas such as Cascade Creek, El Capitan and other points along the
North Rim of Yosemite Valley.

Yosemite Valley is a 25 mile drive from Tamarack Flat Campground. Many of
Yosemite's most popular trails along with the Merced River, bike trails,
beaches and picnic areas can be easily accessed in Yosemite Valley.

Two of Yosemite's three groves of giant sequoias are located in the Crane Flat
area (5-10 miles from Tamarack Flat). Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant
Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. The
trailheads are accessible year-round, although trails may be snow-covered
winter. Both short hikes lead downhill into sheltered areas with flowing
water, dogwood, azaleas, and ancient sequoia trees.

Many other hiking opportunities exist at trailheads along the Tioga Road and
in Tuolumne Meadows.

For additional park recreation information, visit
www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/

## Natural Features

Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in
the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to
13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between
October and May, and over 75% between November and March. Most of Yosemite is
blanketed in snow from about November through May.

Tamarack Flat is situated along a seasonal creek which is it's only source of
water. Creek water must be treated and/or boiled before consuming.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 25 miles away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.

The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks. Several
trailheads line the road offering hikes to beautiful, secluded areas that can
only be accessed and enjoyed by foot.

Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to
spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (209) 379-2123.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date will generate a
refund, less a $10 transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's
fee are charged. One night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee,
but do not receive a refund. No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along
with the loss of the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tamarack Flat Campground is available by reservation only. No first come, first serve sites are available. </p>
<p>The campground typically opens in mid-June and closes in early October. Opening date for the Tamarack Flat Campground varies depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facility and road work.</p>
<p>Tamarack Flat Campground is located off the Tioga Road just east of Crane Flat. The campground is approximately 20 miles (45 minutes) from Yosemite Valley and is tucked away in the forest 3 miles off Tioga Road. RVs and Trailers are not recommended for this hard to access, primitive campground. At an elevation of 6,300 feet (1,900 m) elevation, the campground is near Tamarack Creek, which is the only water source (must be filtered, treated, or boiled). There is a gas station nearby at Crane Flat. </p>
<p>For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit <a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park.   </p>
<p>A hiking and backpacking trail leaves from the campground and can be used to hike to areas such as Cascade Creek, El Capitan and other points along the North Rim of Yosemite Valley. </p>
<p>Yosemite Valley is a 25 mile drive from Tamarack Flat Campground. Many of Yosemite's most popular trails along with the Merced River, bike trails, beaches and picnic areas can be easily accessed in Yosemite Valley.   </p>
<p>Two of Yosemite's three groves of giant sequoias are located in the Crane Flat area (5-10 miles from Tamarack Flat). Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. The trailheads are accessible year-round, although trails may be snow-covered winter. Both short hikes lead downhill into sheltered areas with flowing water, dogwood, azaleas, and ancient sequoia trees.</p>
<p>Many other hiking opportunities exist at trailheads along the Tioga Road and in Tuolumne Meadows.</p>
<p>For additional park recreation information, visit <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/index.htm" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/</a> </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park.   </p>
<p>A hiking and backpacking trail leaves from the campground and can be used to hike to areas such as Cascade Creek, El Capitan and other points along the North Rim of Yosemite Valley. </p>
<p>Yosemite Valley is a 25 mile drive from Tamarack Flat Campground. Many of Yosemite's most popular trails along with the Merced River, bike trails, beaches and picnic areas can be easily accessed in Yosemite Valley.   </p>
<p>Two of Yosemite's three groves of giant sequoias are located in the Crane Flat area (5-10 miles from Tamarack Flat). Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. The trailheads are accessible year-round, although trails may be snow-covered winter. Both short hikes lead downhill into sheltered areas with flowing water, dogwood, azaleas, and ancient sequoia trees.</p>
<p>Many other hiking opportunities exist at trailheads along the Tioga Road and in Tuolumne Meadows.</p>
<p>For additional park recreation information, visit <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/index.htm" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/</a> </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to 13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between October and May, and over 75% between November and March. Most of Yosemite is blanketed in snow from about November through May.</p>
<p>Tamarack Flat is situated along a seasonal creek which is it's only source of water. Creek water must be treated and/or boiled before consuming. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Just 25 miles away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.</p>
<p>The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite peaks. Several trailheads line the road offering hikes to beautiful, secluded areas that can only be accessed and enjoyed by foot.</p>
<p>Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, just 23 miles from Crane Flat, is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (209) 379-2123.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date will generate a refund, less a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged. One night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do not receive a refund.  No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with the loss of the first night's fee.</p>

Crane Flat Meadow

Tamarack Flat Campground Campsite

Tamarack Flat Campground Fee Area

Tamarack Flat Campground Restroom Facility

Tamarack Flat Campground Entry Sign and Garbage/Recycling Receptacles

Tamarack Flat Campsites

Hetch Hetchy

The entrance to Tamarack Flat Campground

Tamarack Flat Campground Sign

Tamarack Flat Campground

## Overview

**Tuolumne Meadows Campground is undergoing a major rehabilitation project**
**and will remain closed in 2024**.

Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park
in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of
8,600 feet. The site is situated along the scenic Tioga Road just five miles
from the Tioga Pass Entrance Station. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon
waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant
sequoias, vast wilderness areas, and so much more.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Yosemite's reservable campsites are available up to five months in advance on
the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. (PT) or 10:00 a.m. (ET). For example, on
January 15, the time period May 15 to June 14 becomes available to reserve,
and therefore, the full booking window would be from January 16 to June 14.  
  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

## Recreation

Popular activities in the area include hiking, rock climbing, backpacking and
fishing. The 4.8-mile roundtrip trail to Elizabeth Lake begins in the
campground and climbs to a glacier-carved lake at the base of Unicorn Peak.  
  
Other trails in Tuolumne Meadows include Soda Springs and Parsons Lodge, Lyell
Canyon via the John Muir Trail, Cathedral Lakes, Mono Pass, and Glen Aulin.
Nearby Tenaya Lake is a magnificent spot for picnicking, swimming and
canoeing.

## Facilities

Popular activities in the area include hiking, rock climbing, backpacking and
fishing. The 4.8-mile roundtrip trail to Elizabeth Lake begins in the
campground and climbs to a glacier-carved lake at the base of Unicorn Peak.  
  
Other trails in Tuolumne Meadows include Soda Springs and Parsons Lodge, Lyell
Canyon via the John Muir Trail, Cathedral Lakes, Mono Pass, and Glen Aulin.
Nearby Tenaya Lake is a magnificent spot for picnicking, swimming and
canoeing.

## Natural Features

Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its
broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. The gentle Tuolumne
River, Lyell For, and Dana Fork flow through the vast, colorful meadows
bursting with seasonal wildflowers. The meadows are surrounded by stands of
Western White pine, Mountain hemlock, and Lodgepole pine.

## Nearby Attractions

Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous
features for which Yosemite National Park is known, is 55 miles and two hours
from Tuolumne Meadows. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the
valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day
when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided
bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art
center with workshops.  
  
Glacier Point is an hour from Yosemite Valley, with sweeping views of both
Yosemite and Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and
Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks.  
  
A visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping
back in time.  
  

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a
$10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date,
the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellation of a group site
reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee
when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival
date. Cancellations for a single night’s use will not be assessed a service
fee. No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee
and the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Tuolumne Meadows Campground is undergoing a major rehabilitation project </strong> <strong>and will remain closed in 2024</strong>.</p>
<p>Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 8,600 feet.   The site is situated along the scenic Tioga Road just five miles from the Tioga Pass Entrance Station. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas, and so much more.</p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips! </strong>Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.</p>
<p>Yosemite's reservable campsites are available up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. (PT) or 10:00 a.m.  (ET). For example, on January 15, the time period May 15 to June 14 becomes available to reserve, and therefore, the full booking window would be from January 16 to June 14. <br><br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Popular activities in the area include hiking, rock climbing, backpacking and fishing. The 4.8-mile roundtrip trail to Elizabeth Lake begins in the campground and climbs to a glacier-carved lake at the base of Unicorn Peak. <br/><br/>
Other trails in Tuolumne Meadows include Soda Springs and Parsons Lodge, Lyell Canyon via the John Muir Trail, Cathedral Lakes, Mono Pass, and Glen Aulin. Nearby Tenaya Lake is a magnificent spot for picnicking, swimming and canoeing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Popular activities in the area include hiking, rock climbing, backpacking and fishing. The 4.8-mile roundtrip trail to Elizabeth Lake begins in the campground and climbs to a glacier-carved lake at the base of Unicorn Peak. <br/><br/>
Other trails in Tuolumne Meadows include Soda Springs and Parsons Lodge, Lyell Canyon via the John Muir Trail, Cathedral Lakes, Mono Pass, and Glen Aulin. Nearby Tenaya Lake is a magnificent spot for picnicking, swimming and canoeing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. The gentle Tuolumne River, Lyell For, and Dana Fork flow through the vast, colorful meadows bursting with seasonal wildflowers. The meadows are surrounded by stands of Western White pine, Mountain hemlock, and Lodgepole pine.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known, is 55 miles and two hours from Tuolumne Meadows. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.<br/><br/>
Glacier Point is an hour from Yosemite Valley, with sweeping views of both Yosemite and Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. <br/><br/>
A visit to Wawona and the Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time.<br/><br/><h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>

Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged.

Cancellation of a group site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. 

Cancellations for a single night’s use will not be assessed a service fee. 

No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS with tents

View of the Tuolumne River and Lembert Dome

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Lembert Dome

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Campground Office

Tuolumne River, Lembert Dome in the background

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS Tuolumne River

Tuolumne Meadows 27ft RV Site

Tuolumne Meadows 24ft RV Site

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS with cab-over

Tuolumne Meadows 18ft RV Site

Tuolumne Meadows 35ft RV Site

Tuolumne Meadows Tent Site

TUOLUMNE MEADOWS with RV

Tuolumne Meadows Campground

## Overview

**Upper Pines remains on reservations during the winter season (11/3/24
through 4/14/25) with only the first two loops open (sites 1-94).**

Upper Pines campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on
the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15,
**arrival** dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to
reserve, and therefore, the full **arrival** date window would be from January
15 to June 14.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Upper Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of
4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-
inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite
National Park is known. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls,
sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias,
vast wilderness areas and much more.

  
Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography
are all very popular activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and
there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with
workshops.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography
are all very popular activities within the park.  
  
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror
Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome
(permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and
there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley.  
  
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water
levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours,
educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with
workshops.

## Natural Features

Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak,
Ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, White fir, and Whiteleaf Manzanita, which
offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's
telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River
flows nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

Glacier Point offers sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite
Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other
notable landmarks.  
  
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and
granite domes. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery
and numerous wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10
transaction fee. Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged
(Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do
not receive a refund). No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with
the loss of the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Upper Pines remains on reservations during the winter season (11/3/24 through 4/14/25) with only the first two loops open (sites 1-94).</strong></p>
<p>Upper Pines campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15, <strong>arrival</strong> dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full <strong>arrival</strong> date window would be from January 15 to June 14. </p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips! </strong>Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov. </p>
<p>Upper Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known.  Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more. </p>
<p><br><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<p>For additional park information, call (209)372-0200 or visit <a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose" rel="nofollow">www.nps.gov/yose</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br/><br/>
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley. <br/><br/>
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, cross-country skiing and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br/><br/>
Hiking trails range from the easy paved, two-mile roundtrip walk to Mirror Lake/Meadow, to the grueling but rewarding 14- to 16-mile trek to Half Dome (permit required). Both of these trails begin near the Pines Campgrounds, and there are many additional trailheads within Yosemite Valley. <br/><br/>
Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities and an art center with workshops.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Yosemite Valley is forested with a diverse mix of California black oak, Ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, White fir, and Whiteleaf Manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite cliffs peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Glacier Point offers sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. <br/><br/>
The Tioga Road offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes and granite domes. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
 Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee.  Within 48 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged (Exception: 1 night reservations do not incur an additional $10 fee, but do not receive a refund).  No-shows will be assessed a $20 service fee along with the loss of the first night's fee.

Upper Pines dogwood

Merced River east from Clark's Bridge near Upper Pines

Keep Bears Wild

Snowy Upper Pines

Upper Pines snow-plowed road

view of sentinel rock

Upper Pines Entrance Kiosk

Campground reservation office buried in snow

Front of campground reservation office

Upper Pines kiosk

Snow in Upper Pines 6th loop looking toward North Dome.

Snow in Upper Pines

Upper Pines snow-filled campsite

Half Dome from Sentinel Bridge

Half Dome in Spring from Sentinel Bridge

Upper Pines Campground

## Overview

Wawona Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central
California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated at the
southern end of the park, 27 miles and approximately 45 minutes from Yosemite
Valley, at an elevation of 4000 feet.

Wawona was home to the park's headquarters in 1904 and historic structures
still stand today. The majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is just a
short drive away. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer
granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast
wilderness area and much more.

When on reservation, Wawona campsites are available to reserve up to five
months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on
January 15, **arrival** dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become
available to reserve, and therefore, the full **arrival** date window would be
from the campground open date to June 14.

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to
the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A
network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names
like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.  
  
  
Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow
Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.  
  
  
The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to
the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A
network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names
like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.  
  
  
Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow
Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.

## Natural Features

The area is forested with a diverse mix of ponderosa pine, incense-cedar,
white fir, and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun
and shade. The gentle South Fork of the Merced River flows alongside the
campground.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops. A scenic
45-minute drive leads to Glacier Point, with its sweeping views of Yosemite
Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds
Rest, among other notable landmarks. The Tioga Road, in the central region of
the park, offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and
granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra
Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks.
Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous
wilderness trailheads.

## Charges & Cancellations

  * Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will **not** receive a refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.
  * Cancellation of a **group** site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. 
  * No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Wawona Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated at the southern end of the park, 27 miles and approximately 45 minutes from Yosemite Valley, at an elevation of 4000 feet. </p>
<p>Wawona was home to the park's headquarters in 1904 and historic structures still stand today. The majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is just a short drive away. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area and much more.</p>
<p>When on reservation, Wawona campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15, <strong>arrival</strong> dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full <strong>arrival</strong> date window would be from the campground open date to June 14.  </p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips!</strong> Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov. </p>
<p><a href="https://recreationonestopprod.servicenowservices.com/external?id=kb_article&sys_id=72fff607dbe8a30022f970c08c961990&table=" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.<br><br><br>Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. <br><br><br>The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.<br><br><br>Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The area is forested with a diverse mix of ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir, and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. The gentle South Fork of the Merced River flows alongside the campground.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops. 
 
A scenic 45-minute drive leads to Glacier Point, with its sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks.  
 
The Tioga Road, in the central region of the park, offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>Cancellation of individual or equestrian site reservations will be charged a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will <strong>not </strong>receive a refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.</li>
<li>Cancellation of a <strong>group</strong> site reservation will incur a $10.00 service fee plus the first night’s use fee when the reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date.  </li>
<li>No-shows for any type of reservation will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.</li>
</ul>

Wawona Campground Sign

Bear in Yosemite National Park

Fisher

Wawona campground group camp buried under snow.

Wawona campground group camp

Downed tree due to snow damage in Wawona campground

Downed tree in Wawona campground

South Fork of the Merced River next to Wawona Campground

Campsites along river showing food lockers, table and fire ring.

Campsites in C-Loop along river.

Ponderosa Pine Tree in Campground

Campsite in C-loop fire ring, table and food locker.

Campsite in C-Loop

Campsite B-Loop fire ring, table and food locker.

Wawona campsite along the river with bushes and trees framing the campsite.

Wawona campsite along the river

Wawona Campground

## Overview

**Wawona Campground standard and Group site** reservations are located here:
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232446

Wawona Horse Campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance
on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15,
arrival dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve,
and therefore, the full arrival date window would be from the campground open
date to June 14.

Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates

**Reservation Tips!** Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and
typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account
before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your
cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account.
The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or
additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov.

Wawona Horse Campsites are located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in
Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated
at the southern end of the park, 27 miles and approximately 45 minutes from
Yosemite Valley, at an elevation of 4000 feet.

Wawona was home to the park's headquarters in 1904 and historic structures
still stand today. The majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is just a
short drive away. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer
granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast
wilderness area and much more.

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.

The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to
the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A
network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names
like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.

Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow
Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park.

The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to
the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A
network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names
like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.

Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow
Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.

## Natural Features

The area is forested with a diverse mix of ponderosa pine, incense-cedar,
white fir, and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun
and shade. The gentle South Fork of the Merced River flows alongside the
campground.

## Nearby Attractions

Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing
many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking
trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is
a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient.
Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs,
museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops.

Another scenic 45-minute drive leads to Glacier Point, with its sweeping views
of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada
Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks.

The Tioga Road, in the central region of the park, offers a 39-mile scenic
drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows
embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine
meadows and granite domes and peaks. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home
to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Wawona Campground standard and Group site</strong> reservations are located here: <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232446" rel="nofollow">https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232446</a> </p>
<p>Wawona Horse Campsites are available to reserve up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. For example, on January 15, arrival  dates for the period May 15 to June 14 become available to reserve, and therefore, the full arrival date window would be from the campground open date to June 14. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/camping.htm" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park Campground Reservation Dates</a> </p>
<p><strong>Reservation Tips!</strong> Campsites in Yosemite are extremely popular and typically sell out in minutes. Login to your account or create a new account before the 7:00 a.m. (PST) release time. You may only add reservations to your cart and proceed with your reservation if you are logged into your account. The recreation.gov call center does NOT have access to additional sites or additional information beyond what is published on recreation.gov. </p>
<p>Wawona Horse Campsites are located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California's rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated at the southern end of the park, 27 miles and approximately 45 minutes from Yosemite Valley, at an elevation of 4000 feet. </p>
<p>Wawona was home to the park's headquarters in 1904 and historic structures still stand today. The majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is just a short drive away. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area and much more.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park.</p>
<p>The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.</p>
<p>Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads, and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park.</p>
<p>The Pioneer Yosemite History Center is like stepping back in time. A visit to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, just four miles away, is a must-do. A network of hiking trails within the grove leads to stately trees with names like Grizzly Giant, Faithful Couple, and California Tunnel Tree.</p>
<p>Wawona offers several additional hiking trails, including the Wawona Meadow Loop, Swinging Bridge Loop, Alder Creek and Chilnualna Falls.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The area is forested with a diverse mix of ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, white fir, and whiteleaf manzanita, which offers a pleasant combination of sun and shade. The gentle South Fork of the Merced River flows alongside the campground.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Just 45 minutes away is Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Hiking trails and bike paths are abundant in the valley. Rafting the Merced River is a fun way to cool down on a summer day when water levels are sufficient. Yosemite Valley also offers numerous guided bus tours, educational programs, museums, ranger-led activities, and an art center with workshops. </p>
<p>Another scenic 45-minute drive leads to Glacier Point, with its sweeping views of Yosemite Valley, Little Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Vernal and Nevada Falls, and Clouds Rest, among other notable landmarks. </p>
<p>The Tioga Road, in the central region of the park, offers a 39-mile scenic drive past forests, meadows, lakes, and granite domes. Tuolumne Meadows embodies the high-country of the Sierra Nevada, with its broad sub-alpine meadows and granite domes and peaks. Beautiful Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is home to spectacular scenery and numerous wilderness trailheads.</p>

Bear in grass

Horse with 'you must have a horse to camp here' superimposed on the horse

Horse with 'you must have a horse to camp here' superimposed

Wawona Horse Campsites

## Overview

White Wolf typically opens mid-July and closes mid to late September,
depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facility and
road work.

White Wolf Campground is located off the Tioga Road between Tuolumne Meadows
and Crane Flat, approximately an hour from Yosemite Valley at 8,000 feet
(2,400 m). The campground is tucked into the forest about a mile from Tioga
Road near White Wolf Lodge. Trailheads nearby lead to Lukens and Harden Lakes
and the area is popular for those accessing other wilderness destinations.
Minimal services may be available at White Wolf Lodge (if open). There are no
other visitor services close to the campground.

## Recreation

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking
opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake
and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west,
offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.
Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east,
where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.

## Facilities

Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational
activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing,
horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular
activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking
opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake
and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west,
offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of
Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view.
Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east,
where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.

## Natural Features

Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in
the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to
13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between
October and May (and over 75% between November and March). Most of Yosemite is
blanketed in snow from about November through May. The Valley can be rainy or
snowy in any given winter storm.

## Nearby Attractions

Groceries: Yosemite Valley, Crane Flat (a small convenience store in the gas
station ) and Tuolumne Meadows ( convenience store and grill) or Lee Vining.

Restaurants: Yosemite Valley or Lee Vining.

Post Office: Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne Meadows

Showers: Yosemite Valley at Curry Village and Housekeeping Camp

Dump Station: Available all year in Yosemite Valley in Upper Pines Campground.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancelling your reservation more than 48 hours ahead of your arrival date will
result in a refund, less a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48
hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged.
Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will not receive a
refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.

No-shows will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>White Wolf typically opens mid-July and closes mid to late September, depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facility and road work.</p>
<p>White Wolf Campground is located off the Tioga Road between Tuolumne Meadows and Crane Flat, approximately an hour from Yosemite Valley at 8,000 feet (2,400 m). The campground is tucked into the forest about a mile from Tioga Road near White Wolf Lodge. Trailheads nearby lead to Lukens and Harden Lakes and the area is popular for those accessing other wilderness destinations. Minimal services may be available at White Wolf Lodge (if open). There are no other visitor services close to the campground.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west, offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east, where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Yosemite's trails, cliffs, roads and rivers provide endless recreational activities for any kind of visitor. Hiking, biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, auto touring, and photography are all very popular activities within the park. The White Wolf area has hiking and backpacking opportunities that begin near the campground, such as Lukens Lake, Harden Lake and the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne. The Crane Flat area, 23 miles west, offers many other hiking opportunities such as Tuolumne and Merced Groves of Giant Sequoias, both of which require a 2.5 to 3-mile roundtrip hike to view. Tuolumne Meadows and all it's High Sierra wonder lie 25 miles to the east, where many beautiful day and overnight excursions await.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to 13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between October and May (and over 75% between November and March). Most of Yosemite is blanketed in snow from about November through May. The Valley can be rainy or snowy in any given winter storm.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Groceries: Yosemite Valley, Crane Flat (a small convenience store in the gas station ) and Tuolumne Meadows ( convenience store and grill) or Lee Vining.</p>
<p>Restaurants:  Yosemite Valley or Lee Vining.</p>
<p>Post Office:  Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne Meadows</p>
<p>Showers: Yosemite Valley at Curry Village and Housekeeping Camp</p>
<p>Dump Station: Available all year in Yosemite Valley in Upper Pines Campground.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancelling your reservation more than 48 hours ahead of your arrival date will result in a refund, less a $10 service fee. If the cancellation is within 48 hours of the arrival date, the first night's fee will also be charged. Cancellations for a single night’s use within 48 hours will not receive a refund, but will not be assessed an additional service fee.</p>
<p>No-shows will be charged a $20 service fee and the first night's fee.</p>

White Wolf Campground Fee - All Sites $36.00

White Wolf Campground Fee - Standard Sites (RV or Tent) and Tent Only Sites

Tent site at White Wolf campground

Empty White Wolf Campsite

White Wolf Campground Registration Area

White Wolf Campsite

White Wolf Camp Host Site

Tenaya Lake

The entrance to White Wolf Campground

White Wolf Campground Entrance Sign

Campsite at White Wolf campground

White Wolf Campground

## Overview

Tucked away among the pines is the hidden gem of Yosemite Creek campground.
Accessing this campground is an adventure down a 5-mile, single-lane dirt
road. Motorhomes and trailers are NOT allowed.

## Recreation

Your adventure awaits! Hiking, swimming, bouldering, napping (some of us are
tired!), bird watching; the possibilities are as great as your imagination. Be
sure to bring bug spray and sunscreen, plenty of water, and dress in layers as
the weather can rapidly change at this elevation.

## Facilities

Your adventure awaits! Hiking, swimming, bouldering, napping (some of us are
tired!), bird watching; the possibilities are as great as your imagination. Be
sure to bring bug spray and sunscreen, plenty of water, and dress in layers as
the weather can rapidly change at this elevation.

## Natural Features

Granite boulders abound and the peaceful Yosemite Creek meanders through the
campground on its way to Yosemite Valley. Bring your comfy chairs and hammocks
and let the sounds of nature whisk you away from the busyness of day-to-day
life.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Tuolumne Meadows for breathtaking views and a multitude of day hiking
opportunities. Tenaya Lake is a great place to relax and swim or canoe.
Yosemite Valley offers restaurants, museums, bike paths, day hikes and world-
famous climbing. Don't forget about the Pioneer History center in Wawona, and
of course, the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias. Be prepared to make your own
fun here-take delight in the quiet and give your screens a rest.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Tucked away among the pines is the hidden gem of Yosemite Creek campground. Accessing this campground is an adventure down a 5-mile, single-lane dirt road. Motorhomes and trailers are NOT allowed.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Your adventure awaits! Hiking, swimming, bouldering, napping (some of us are tired!), bird watching; the possibilities are as great as your imagination. Be sure to bring bug spray and sunscreen, plenty of water, and dress in layers as the weather can rapidly change at this elevation.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Your adventure awaits! Hiking, swimming, bouldering, napping (some of us are tired!), bird watching; the possibilities are as great as your imagination. Be sure to bring bug spray and sunscreen, plenty of water, and dress in layers as the weather can rapidly change at this elevation.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Granite boulders abound and the peaceful Yosemite Creek meanders through the campground on its way to Yosemite Valley. Bring your comfy chairs and hammocks and let the sounds of nature whisk you away from the busyness of day-to-day life.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Head to Tuolumne Meadows for breathtaking views and a multitude of day hiking opportunities. Tenaya Lake is a great place to relax and swim or canoe. Yosemite Valley offers restaurants, museums, bike paths, day hikes and world-famous climbing. Don't forget about the Pioneer History center in Wawona, and of course, the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias. Be prepared to make your own fun here-take delight in the quiet and give your screens a rest. </p>