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About Lower Pines Campground
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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1331)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Noel M
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Lower Pines
Very disappointing to see so many campsites unoccupied each early morning, e.g. vacate all day and all night, with the campsite completely booked on-line and in the office. Please develop a system to overcome this so folks can use this wonderful resource.
Stacy K
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: Lower Pines
Always enjoy staying at the pines campgrounds. The proximity to Curry Village is fantastic!
Elizabeth K
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Lower Pines
Lovely campsite and delightfully quiet
Judith M
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: Lower Pines
As magical as ever. Nice level large pitch, close to.the restrooms and
water. Well designed pump station close to exit. Bus frequent with a very cheery driver. Great visit. I wish we had booked longer.
David K
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Lower Pines
Compared to other campgrounds on our trip the least good. General infrastructure incl. sanitary was below average. Bright light from toilette house disturbing at night. Noisy during the day. Three stars only for the unique location next to the river and view on the Half Dome. Yosemite in general didn’t handle the crowds as well as other parks (e.g. Zion)
Nathen R
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Lower Pines
I didn’t go, and couldn’t let my friend use the site. They don’t allow you to change the name of the person checking in. My plans changed and I got my fried excited about going, to find out he can’t. Come on…
Daniel G
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Lower Pines
Site 2 is actually before the kiosk on the exit lane and right behind the shuttle bus stop. So lots of noise. Site 4 is decently set back, but has very little shade from the south and west. Both have double width driveways and can accommodate a 34' RV and park a Dodge Durango along side.
Sarah H
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Lower Pines
Great location within the park; site parking pad was flat which made it a good spot for campervan setup. Unfortunately, the trash & recycling containers were right next to our parking pad. During daylight hours we heard people discarding trash, but at night it was not a bother. Spacious site with little view of neighboring campsites.
Kamryn C
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Lower Pines
Loved our spot! Right next to bathrooms and near the boardwalk in the meadow with incredible views! And walking distance to Curry Village! Will definitely come back!
Rafaela E
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: Lower Pines
It was a great experience camping with an RV I Lower Pines. The other campers were really respectfull in regards of silent hours, the restrooms were clean and the bus stop was really close to the site. The closest showers were located in Curry Village, about 10min walk. Also close to a great spot to watch the sunset in Half Dome. We will definetely stay again when returning to the village in the future.
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.
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.
Nearby National Park
In Yosemite National Park
Approximate driving time: 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 20, 2026
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