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Pet Friendly
About Lower Pines Campground
Number of accommodations: 74
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1180)
What Guests Are Saying
Lower Pines Campground offers a beautiful location with scenic views, especially near the Merced River, making it ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. Guests frequently praise the friendly and accommodating campground hosts, along with the clean facilities. Although some sites may have issues with privacy or nearby pedestrian traffic, the overall experience is highly positive, with many campers eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Lower Pines Campground offers a beautiful location with scenic views, especially near the Merced River, making it ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. Guests frequently praise the friendly and accommodating campground hosts, along with the clean facilities. Although some sites may have issues with privacy or nearby pedestrian traffic, the overall experience is highly positive, with many campers eager to return.
Review Summary
Amber W
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Lower Pines
I was next to the camp hosts and they were very nice. I really liked the spot but, if you're planning to come and go by car, the parking space can get blocked for short periods with people entering the campground. Spacious site.
Amber W
VerifiedFebruary 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Lower Pines
I was next to the camp hosts and they were very nice. I really liked the spot but, if you're planning to come and go by car, the parking space can get blocked for short periods with people entering the campground. Spacious site.
Scott B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Lower Pines
We just had a great 4 night stay Oct 15-18 at Lower Pines. It was quieter than Upper Pines with fewer large rigs and very little generator use. Facilities were well maintained and we loved that recycling and garbage collection is convenient.
SHERRI B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Lower Pines
The location can't be beat! We were at Lower Pines Campground for 4 nights. Originally booked for two nights at one campsite and two nights at a second site, after a cancellation, we were able to stay for 3 nights at the second site. The fiery orange view of Half-Dome at sunset, the Merced River with the spectacular reflections of the granite cliffs, and night climbers with their headlamps shining on the full moon mountainside were magical. It would be nice if there was soap in the restrooms, and we ran into multiple folks having to switch their campsite every night to stay 2, 3, or 4 nights. I don't think there is much to be done about that, but it's worth some thought. Definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to sleep under the stars!
SHERRI B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Lower Pines
The location can't be beat! We were at Lower Pines Campground for 4 nights. Originally booked for two nights at one campsite and two nights at a second site, after a cancellation, we were able to stay for 3 nights at the second site. The fiery orange view of Half-Dome at sunset, the Merced River with the spectacular reflections of the granite cliffs, and night climbers with their headlamps shining on the full moon mountainside were magical. It would be nice if there was soap in the restrooms, and we ran into multiple folks having to switch their campsite every night to stay 2, 3, or 4 nights. I don't think there is much to be done about that, but it's worth some thought. Definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to sleep under the stars!
Scott B
VerifiedOctober 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Lower Pines
We just had a great 4 night stay Oct 15-18 at Lower Pines. It was quieter than Upper Pines with fewer large rigs and very little generator use. Facilities were well maintained and we loved that recycling and garbage collection is convenient.
Romy O
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Lower Pines
Excellent campsite with a great view of Half Dome. Made for many pinch me moments!
Romy O
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Lower Pines
Excellent campsite with a great view of Half Dome. Made for many pinch me moments!
CD R
VerifiedOctober 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Lower Pines
Love Lower Pines site 52 but was disappointed to see that three tall Ponderosas had been cut low since last year.
Franklin D
VerifiedOctober 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Lower Pines
Campsites have no privacy and are very close together
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.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.7408 / -119.567
Elevation: 1215 feet
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: July 11, 2026
