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Published: Dec 25, 2019 · This post may contain affiliate links

Yosemite Creek Campground - Yosemite National Park

Yosemite Creek Campground is a smaller campground off of the Tioga Road in Yosemite National Park. You will need to drive down a narrow windy road to reach the campground.

The park does not allow any trailers or RVs into the campground which makes sense when you traverse down the windy road. 

The road is partly paved and then dirt towards the campground. You will want to be careful on the drive. We found people all over the place driving a bit crazy on the dirt road. 

When choosing a site you will want to know the clearance under your vehicle. Some sites have large rocks as you drive into the sites. 

You will want to make sure that you arrive during the daylight to traverse through the rocks and safely park in the campground.

Yosemite Creek Campground

Contents

  • Yosemite Creek Campground
    • Campground Reservations
    • Campground Amenities
    • RV Camping at Yosemite Creek Campground
    • How to get to Campground
    • Important Dates for Campground
    • Campground Regulations
    • Yosemite Creek Campground Map
    • Photos of Yosemite Creek Campground
    • Additional Yosemite Resources

Season: approximately July through early September

Number of Sites:  75

Location in the park: On the Tioga Road (Highway 120), about one hour north of Yosemite Valley

Campsite Cost: $12/night

Payments accepted: Cash or check 

Reservations: No, first come first served

Campground Address: 

Latitude/Longitude: 37.8264° N, 119.5957° W

Elevation: 7,700 feet (2,300 m) elevation

Accessible Sites: Sites 47 and 49.

Pets Allowed:  Pets are allowed but they must be on a leash less than 6 feet long. 

Pets are not allowed inside park buildings or on specific trails.

Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? No

First Come, First Served? Yes

Campground Amenities

Flush Toilets: No, vault toilets 

Payphone: Yes

Is wifi Available? No

Is cellular Phone Service Available? No

Is camp host available on site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? No

Amenities at each campsite:

Fire pit in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Bear Box in site/area? Yes, 

You are required to store food properly in order to protect Yosemite's bears. Bear storage lockers are provided in all campsites 35"(D)x43"(W)x28"(H)

Potable Water? No, All water must be boiled

RV Camping at Yosemite Creek Campground

No RV's or trailers are allowed in the campground 

How to get to Campground

Located on the Tioga Road (Highway 120), about one hour north of Yosemite Valley

Important Dates for Campground

The campground is open approximately July through early September
 

Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: A maximum of six people (including children) are allowed per campsite. There is no limit on the number of tents (as long as they all fit into the campsite).

The number of cars per campsite: Two motorized vehicles per campsite. A valid campground car pass must be displayed.

Checkout time: 12 noon

Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am

Maximum Stay: 7-day maximum stay limit.

 

Yosemite Creek Campground Map

Photos of Yosemite Creek Campground

Site 1

 

Site 22

 

Site 23

Sites 22 - 25 really close together, would be really tight in a truck or SUV

Site 28

 

Site 29

 

Site 37

 

Site 38

Site 39 - barely any shade

Site 42

Site 42 - right on the creek

Site 43

Site 43 - close to the vault toilet 

Site 45

 

Site 47

 

Site 48

 

Site 49

Site 53

Additional Yosemite Resources

Yosemite Camping Guide - Check out all of the campgrounds in Yosemite. 

Yosemite Falls - Complete guide to hiking and exploring Yosemite Falls

Yosemite Valley Lodge - Room photo and tours of the Yosemite Valley Lodge. 

Top things to do in Yosemite - All of the epic things you do not want to miss during your trip to the park. 

Devils Postpile National Monument - Located near Mammoth this is a great park to visit near Yosemite and the Tioga Road.

Sierra Vista Scenic Byway - Explore the road less traveled near the park. Less crowds and gorgeous views you don't want to miss. 

Housekeeping Camp - A great option for staying in the Yosemite Valley. 

Bass Lake Camping - Camp near the southern entrance to the park on a gorgeous lake! 

Yosemite Lodging - Check out all of the hotel and lodging options within the park. 

Check out our ultimate Yosemite Vacation Guide for all the information you need to plan a great trip. 

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