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Aholul Group Campground
Aholul Group Campground offers stunning sunset views and features two walk-in tent sites for up to 300 people, available by reservation only. It includes a large paved parking area for trailers and motor homes, accessible via a primitive path, wit...
Bridalveil Creek Campground
Bridalveil Creek Campground is closed for the 2025 season and requires reservations, with no first-come, first-served sites available. Located at 7,200 feet in Yosemite National Park, it offers stunning natural sights, including waterfalls and gra...
Casa De Fruta Orchard Resort
Islander Mobile & RV Park
Thousand Trails Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach RV Park
French Camp RV Park
Cherry Valley
Cherry Valley campground, nestled in the central Sierra Nevada, features stunning views within a mixed conifer forest. It is located near Cherry Valley Dam and offers lake access through a hiking trail. Access to the campground involves a winding ...
Lower Pines Campground
Lower Pines Campground is closed for winter but allows reservations up to five months in advance, starting on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. Given its popularity, sites often sell out quickly, so it's advised to log in to your account be...
Upper Pines Campground
Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite National Park can be reserved up to five months in advance, with reservations opening on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. Due to high demand, it's recommended to log into your account beforehand, as sites...
From $36/night
North Pines Campground
North Pines Campground will implement a one-time Early Access Lottery for the 2026 season, allowing selected applicants to reserve sites for the entire season, with remaining availability released on February 15. Campsites can be reserved up to fi...
White Wolf Campground
White Wolf Campground is closed for winter and typically opens from mid-July to mid to late September, depending on Tioga Road conditions. Located off Tioga Road at 8,000 feet, it's about an hour from Yosemite Valley and offers nearby trailheads t...
Yosemite Creek Campground
Yosemite Creek Campground is currently closed for winter. It is a secluded spot nestled among pines, accessible via a rough 5-mile dirt road. Motorhomes and trailers are not permitted.
Observation Point Picnic Shelter (CA)
New Hogan Dam and Lake, established in 1964, is a 4,400-acre lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills, featuring 50 miles of shoreline. The dam offers flood protection and provides water for irrigation, drinking, and hydroelectric power. The region exp...
Deer Flat Boat in Campground
New Hogan Dam and Lake, created in 1964, spans 4,400 acres in the Sierra Nevada foothills and features 50 miles of shoreline. The dam offers flood protection for Stockton and supplies water for irrigation, drinking, and hydroelectric power. The re...
Thousand Trails San Benito
Acorn Campground
Acorn Campground is a sunny site in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, featuring a warm, dry climate with summer temperatures often exceeding 90 degrees. It offers convenient access to New Hogan Lake, allowing visitors to enjoy the refreshing waters nea...
From $20/night
The Garlic Farm RV Park
Oak Knoll Campground
Oak Knoll Campground is located by New Hogan Lake in the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The site is surrounded by brush, offering a natural setting for visitors. It provides a picturesque environment for outdoor activities and re...
Betabel RV Park
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Aholul Group Campground
Aholul Group Campground offers stunning sunset views and features two walk-in tent sites for up to 300 people, available by reservation only. It includes a large paved parking area for trailers and motor homes, accessible via a primitive path, wit...
Bridalveil Creek Campground
Bridalveil Creek Campground is closed for the 2025 season and requires reservations, with no first-come, first-served sites available. Located at 7,200 feet in Yosemite National Park, it offers stunning natural sights, including waterfalls and gra...
Casa De Fruta Orchard Resort
Islander Mobile & RV Park
Thousand Trails Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach RV Park
French Camp RV Park
Cherry Valley
Cherry Valley campground, nestled in the central Sierra Nevada, features stunning views within a mixed conifer forest. It is located near Cherry Valley Dam and offers lake access through a hiking trail. Access to the campground involves a winding ...
Lower Pines Campground
Lower Pines Campground is closed for winter but allows reservations up to five months in advance, starting on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. Given its popularity, sites often sell out quickly, so it's advised to log in to your account be...
Upper Pines Campground
Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite National Park can be reserved up to five months in advance, with reservations opening on the 15th of each month at 7:00 a.m. PST. Due to high demand, it's recommended to log into your account beforehand, as sites...
From $36/night
North Pines Campground
North Pines Campground will implement a one-time Early Access Lottery for the 2026 season, allowing selected applicants to reserve sites for the entire season, with remaining availability released on February 15. Campsites can be reserved up to fi...
White Wolf Campground
White Wolf Campground is closed for winter and typically opens from mid-July to mid to late September, depending on Tioga Road conditions. Located off Tioga Road at 8,000 feet, it's about an hour from Yosemite Valley and offers nearby trailheads t...
Yosemite Creek Campground
Yosemite Creek Campground is currently closed for winter. It is a secluded spot nestled among pines, accessible via a rough 5-mile dirt road. Motorhomes and trailers are not permitted.
Observation Point Picnic Shelter (CA)
New Hogan Dam and Lake, established in 1964, is a 4,400-acre lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills, featuring 50 miles of shoreline. The dam offers flood protection and provides water for irrigation, drinking, and hydroelectric power. The region exp...
Deer Flat Boat in Campground
New Hogan Dam and Lake, created in 1964, spans 4,400 acres in the Sierra Nevada foothills and features 50 miles of shoreline. The dam offers flood protection for Stockton and supplies water for irrigation, drinking, and hydroelectric power. The re...
Thousand Trails San Benito
Acorn Campground
Acorn Campground is a sunny site in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, featuring a warm, dry climate with summer temperatures often exceeding 90 degrees. It offers convenient access to New Hogan Lake, allowing visitors to enjoy the refreshing waters nea...
From $20/night
The Garlic Farm RV Park
Oak Knoll Campground
Oak Knoll Campground is located by New Hogan Lake in the scenic foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The site is surrounded by brush, offering a natural setting for visitors. It provides a picturesque environment for outdoor activities and re...
Betabel RV Park
Merced, California
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Merced has 82 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Casa De Fruta Orchard Resort is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Merced vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Merced welcome pets. Lower Pines Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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