Campground

Yosemite Creek Campground

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Lat:37.82629400323589

Lng:-119.59833337653453

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National Park Service

Last Updated: August 15, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

Yosemite Creek Campground is located nearly 5 miles off the Tioga Road (via a rough unpaved road) 26 miles west of Tuolumne Meadows, and a little over an hour from Yosemite Valley. Located in the forest at 7,700 feet (2,300 m) many campsites are close to Yosemite Creek, which is the only water source (must be filtered, treated, or boiled). RVs and Trailers are not recommended for this harder to access, and more primitive campground. There are no visitor services close to the campground.

Campsite Details

Reservable74

First Come First Serve0

Total Sites74

Group0

Horse0

Tent Only17

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To0

Other57

Operating Hours

Yosemite Creek is open seasonally from early July to early September for tents; RVs and trailers are not recommended. Exact dates vary. The opening date for the Yosemite Creek Campground varies depending on the opening of the Tioga Road and related seasonal facilities and road work. Reservations are required. In 2026, the campground will be open from July 1 until September 7.

Weather

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.) Check the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/weathermap.htm">weather forecast</a>.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Food Storage Lockers

Directions

The Yosemite Creek Campground access road is located off the Tioga Road 21 miles west of Tioga Pass, the park’s east entrance (40 minutes). From Yosemite Valley, take the Big Oak Flat Road and Tioga Road 34 miles (just over 1 hour). From Hwy. 120 west/Big Oak Flat Road, take the Big Oak Flat Road and Tioga Road 34 miles (40 minutes). Once you turn off the Tioga Road, you’ll travel 5 narrow, windy, rough miles to access the campground.

Rates & Fees

$24.00

Yosemite Creek Campground Fee - All Sites

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Wood and charcoal fires are permitted when the campground is in use/open.

Regulations Overview

Pets: Permitted (must be on a leash at all times). Fires: Wood and charcoal fires are permitted. People per site: A maximum of six people (including children) are allowed per campsite. Vehicles per site: A maximum of two motor vehicles are allowed per campsite. All vehicles must be parked on a parking pad. Trailers don't count against the vehicle limit as long as they fit on the parking pad. You are required to store food properly in order to protect Yosemite's bears. Learn more about <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/nature/bears.htm">bears</a>, <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/bears.htm">proper food storage</a>, and <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/lockers.htm">food lockers</a>.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
The following campsites are suitable for wheelchair and include picnic tables with extended tops. The closest restrooms to these campsites are also wheelchair accessible. These campsites are limited to people with disabilities. Sites: 5 and 43
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
RVs and trailers are not recommended.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The following campsites are suitable for wheelchair and include picnic tables with extended tops. The closest restrooms to these campsites are also wheelchair accessible. These campsites are limited to people with disabilities. Sites: 5 and 43
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground

Additional Information

Each campsite contains a fire ring, picnic table, and food locker, and is near a vault toilet. Stream water must be treated (by boiling, using a filter, or using iodine). No potable water available. In Yosemite Creek food lockers measure 33"(D)x45"(W)x18"(H). Groceries: Yosemite Valley (Yosemite Village Store; Curry Village Store; Yosemite Valley Lodge Store) and small grocery store at Tuolumne Meadows Showers: Yosemite Valley (Curry Village)

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