Yosemite Creek Campground
Tucked away among the pines is the hidden gem of Yosemite Creek campground. Accessing this campground is an adventure down a rutted, 5-mile, single-lane dirt road. Motorhomes and trailers are NOT allowed.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 57 |
| Tent-only | 17 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
74 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / – | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 05, 43 are listed accessible |
Yosemite Creek campground is a primitive campground with vault toilets and no drinking water. A seasonal creek runs through the campground but water must be boiled and/or treated before drinking. Do not rely on creek water being available; bring water!
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Lee Vining, take Hwy 120 west to the Tioga Pass entrance of Yosemite National Park (YNP). Continue onto the Tioga Pass Road for approximately 30 miles, and the entrance to Yosemite Creek campground will be on your left. From Manteca, take Hwy 120 east to the Big Oak Flat entrance of YNP.
| Nearest town | Yosemite National Park, California |
| Coordinates | 37.8263° N, 119.5983° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
18 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 6.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mountain Shop & Mountaineering School ↗ | 6.3 mi |
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Yosemite Creek Campground - Yosemite National Park, CA
Worth a stop
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.
- 5.6 miYosemite Valley Welcome Center ↗Visitor center
- 12.6 miTuolumne Meadows Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 14.4 miCarlon Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 14.8 miMiddle Fork Day Use Area ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Yosemite Wilderness.
- inYosemite Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 704,624 acres
- 9.6 miStanislaus National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,090,354 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Snow Creek Ski HutBuilding · Yosemite · 4.9 mi
- Degnan's RestaurantBuilding · Yosemite Np · 5.5 mi
- Snow Flat Snow Survey ShelterBuilding · Yosemite · 5.5 mi
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.
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.
Guidebooks for Yosemite National Park
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Sites at Yosemite Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Yosemite Creek Campground have?
76 sites, including 57 standard sites without power and 17 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Yosemite Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Yosemite Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Sites 05 and 43 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Yosemite Creek Campground?
Your adventure awaits! The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Yosemite Creek Campground?
Yosemite National Park, California. Head to Tuolumne Meadows for breathtaking views and a multitude of day hiking opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Yosemite Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Porcupine Flat Campground (2.2 mi), White Wolf Campground (4.1 mi), and Camp 4 (5.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Yosemite Creek Campground in?
Yosemite Creek Campground is a Yosemite National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Yosemite National Park