Warning
GeneralLower Pines will be closed from June 9 through June 19, 2026 for internal campground road construction.
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About Lower Pines Campground
Number of accommodations: 74
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (591)
What Guests Are Saying
Lower Pines Campground is praised for its scenic beauty, peaceful atmosphere, and great location near the Merced River, hiking trails, and Curry Village. Campground hosts are noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing visitors' experiences. While some sites had minor issues like flooding or close proximity to others, overall, guests express gratitude for the clean facilities and the enjoyable camping experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Lower Pines Campground is praised for its scenic beauty, peaceful atmosphere, and great location near the Merced River, hiking trails, and Curry Village. Campground hosts are noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing visitors' experiences. While some sites had minor issues like flooding or close proximity to others, overall, guests express gratitude for the clean facilities and the enjoyable camping experience.
Review Summary
Laura N
VerifiedOctober 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Lower Pines
Campsites have a little more space than other campsites in the valley. Also feels quieter and more tucked in the woods, which makes for a better experience overall.
Paul S
VerifiedOctober 20, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Lower Pines
Enjoyed our stay there and had beautiful views!,
Don C
VerifiedOctober 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Lower Pines
Easy site to get a short fifth wheel into.
Edgardo H
VerifiedOctober 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Lower Pines
Excellent, well-kept and organized campground next to beautiful river.
Minah D
VerifiedOctober 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: Lower Pines
I felt terrible but somehow I booked an ADA accessible site. May be I did this on my phone and didn't see that, but I severely apologize. The site location was excellent and the volunteers were great. I loved seeing the climbers' lights at night from my campsite. Bathrooms were flushing and very clean, but no soap so bring your own.
Savannah P
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: Lower Pines
View is incomparable, how can you beat waking up to the sun rise over Half Dome? Restroom was well-stocked and lit, campsites were far enough apart to afford a little privacy. We really love how many families and kids come to this site- it was so neat seeing all of the families biking around! We will definitely bring our bikes next time.
Lora J
VerifiedOctober 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: Lower Pines
If you like people cutting through your site, this is the site for you! Even though site 28 was empty during our three night stay people still cut through site 27 to get to/from Curry Village. I really wish the NPS would make designated paths. Other than that, the site was great, but we won’t stay in site 27 again. Our 28’ trailer and tow vehicle fit fine. We were worried we wouldn’t fit based on the photos but the right side of the parking pad can fit a longer trailer than ours. Note that in early October we got very little sun on our solar panels due to the trees and proximity to the valley wall to the south (6 amp hours max all day), so you may need a generator if camping with a trailer.
Nancy N
VerifiedOctober 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Lower Pines
Beautiful park. Hosts friendly and helpful
Laura B
VerifiedOctober 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Lower Pines
Lower Pines is the closest to Curry Village, with some campsites having views of Half Dome & beautiful views of the river. My spot was closer to the road to Curry Village, but still felt private enough. Loved it and would definitely go back!
Terry T
VerifiedOctober 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Lower Pines
Large campsite right by the river with a view of Half Dome. This site specifically sits right next to the entrance to the campground for both cars and pedestrians, so there can be a bit of activity as people go in and out throughout the night. Walkers often wandered into the campsite itself because the walking path isn't well-marked.
Location Lower Pines Campground
Address:
9024 Southside Drive
Yosemite National Park, CA, 95389
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.7408 / -119.567
Elevation: 1215 feet
Policies & Rules
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You are responsible for reading the site alerts and booking a site that will accommodate your equipment. |
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If arriving one or more days late, call (209) 372-8502; your reservation will be cancelled if we do not hear from you within 24 hours of your arrival date. |
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You must check-in at the campground kiosk upon arrival. After-hours arrivals must sign-in and return to the kiosk to complete check-in the following morning or your reservation may be cancelled. |
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Bears and other wildlife live here! Food and toiletries must be stored 24 hours/day. Dispose of garbage immediately in bear-proof dumpsters. |
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Food storage lockers are provided in all campsites and measure 35 inches deep x 43 inches wide x 28 inches high). Absolutely no food stored in vehicles. |
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Road conditions can change at any time; before arrival, please call (209) 372-0200 for road and weather conditions inside Yosemite, and 1-800-427-7623 for conditions outside the park. For additional park information, call (209) 372-0200 or visit www.nps.gov/yose |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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Help Yosemite be a Zero Landfill park! Leave excess packaging at home. Use refillable water bottles, food containers and travel mugs. Place all of your recyclable waste in designated recycling containers. For more information go to: https://www.nps.gov/yose/getinvolved/zlf.htm |
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Resale or auction of advance reservations is prohibited. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralLower Pines will be closed from June 9 through June 19, 2026 for internal campground road construction.
