Yosemite National Park
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About Lower Pines Campground

Lower Pines is closed for the winter season.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 ft. 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  

Available sites

74 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

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Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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74 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 002, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 012, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · 30 × 12 ft · Paved
🚐 015, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 048, Loop: Lower Pines Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 049, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 057, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 058, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 059, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 060, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 062, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 063, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 064, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 065, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 066, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 067, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 068, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 069, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 070, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 071, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 072, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 073, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 074, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 075, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 076, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 088, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 089, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 DBL1, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 DBL2, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 DBL3, Loop: Lower Pines RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

1331 reviews

Summary

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Lower Pines Campground boasts a fantastic location with spacious sites, incredible views of granite cliffs, and proximity to amenities in Curry Village. The campground is well-maintained and offers a relaxing atmosphere for visitors, with enjoyable access to the river and hiking trails. However, some campers noted issues with shade, noise from nearby roads, and occasional bear activity, emphasizing the need for vigilance with food storage.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 1331 reviews

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3 stars 6.9% (92)
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1 star 1.9% (25)

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Fernando H

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July 9, 2025 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Lower Pines

experience was good! restrooms were clean and staff was helpful

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Fernando H

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July 9, 2025 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Lower Pines

experience was good! restrooms were clean and staff was helpful

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Jeremie B

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: DBL3, Loop: Lower Pines

Lower Pines DBL3 was better than expected. Some people complain about the proximity to the road and curry village, but it didn't bother me at all. The pines themselves are tall and lovely and the vegetation is lush enough to which you feel really secluded. I loved Lower Pines and how easy the access was to the river. The campground was overall very respectful and quiet, with the occasional hiker or two cutting through the campsite simply to get back to the road. I like how DBL3 was well shaded, and allowed for sleeping in later before the sun would hit. The restrooms were close and had filtered water for drinking, the volunteers were super helpful and jovial, and the overall vibe is rad. Such a special place.

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Jeremie B

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July 10, 2025 Stayed at: DBL3, Loop: Lower Pines

Lower Pines DBL3 was better than expected. Some people complain about the proximity to the road and curry village, but it didn't bother me at all. The pines themselves are tall and lovely and the vegetation is lush enough to which you feel really secluded. I loved Lower Pines and how easy the access was to the river. The campground was overall very respectful and quiet, with the occasional hiker or two cutting through the campsite simply to get back to the road. I like how DBL3 was well shaded, and allowed for sleeping in later before the sun would hit. The restrooms were close and had filtered water for drinking, the volunteers were super helpful and jovial, and the overall vibe is rad. Such a special place.

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Mary T

Verified

July 12, 2025 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Lower Pines

Nice wide open spot for multiple tents. Not much shade in early day. Definitely could fit a large family but recommend easy up. Next to water access. Next to amphitheater.

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Mary T

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July 12, 2025 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Lower Pines

Nice wide open spot for multiple tents. Not much shade in early day. Definitely could fit a large family but recommend easy up. Next to water access. Next to amphitheater.

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Laura B

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Lower Pines

Great campground with beautiful views and easy access to river, trails, and much more. We will definitely be back!

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Laura B

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July 13, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: Lower Pines

Great campground with beautiful views and easy access to river, trails, and much more. We will definitely be back!

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Hanna M

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July 14, 2025 Stayed at: 029, Loop: Lower Pines

Absolutely beautiful. Clean bathroom. Wonderful campsite host. while you're close to others, with the trees it feels pretty private.

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Jennifer H

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July 14, 2025 Stayed at: 048, Loop: Lower Pines

This is a stunning location with easy access to the main attractions in the park either via hiking or the shuttle. The sites are big enough to not feel on top of your neighbors and the hosts are very kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. Don’t forget to bring hand soap and hand sanitizer, as the bathrooms do not have any.

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Location & Directions for Lower Pines Campground

9024 Southside Drive, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389 United States

Elevation: 1,215 ft

Getting There

Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, Highway 140 east from Merced, or Highway 120 east from Manteca into Yosemite National Park. Follow signs to Yosemite Valley and the campgrounds.

Nearest town

Yosemite National Park, CA - 46 mi

About over 1 hr (85 min) to downtown

Highway access

The Lower Pines Campground is accessible via Highway 41 north from Fresno, Highway 140 east from Merced, and Highway 120 east from Manteca, all leading into Yosemite National Park.

Near Yosemite National Park

The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance

Approximate drive: 11.9 mi · 20 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

7AM

  • Ensure to read site alerts and choose a site that fits your equipment.
  • Check in at the kiosk upon arrival to avoid cancellation.
  • Check road and weather conditions before arriving.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Cancellation policy

  • Notify the campground if arriving late to avoid cancellation.
  • Do not resell or auction your reservation.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Store food and toiletries securely to avoid attracting wildlife.
  • Use provided food storage lockers; do not store food in vehicles.

Fires & fuel

  • Use local firewood only to protect forests from pests.

Safety & rules

  • Minimize waste and recycle to support a Zero Landfill initiative.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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Nearby city: Merced, CA

Approx. 59 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 8,747 ft

Best Season: Spring, Summer

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