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
Peter H
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 022, Loop: Lower Pines
several spots next to us occupied by parties with more then the allowed max of people and tents - party until late and use of generators.
NOT the experience you expect in a national park. Rangers and hosts did not interfere.
Marco A
VerifiedJuly 27, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 030, Loop: Lower Pines
We have been vacationing at lower pines for many years. This year was different. The rangers allowed a few idiots to howl late into the night (past midnight). I personally watched as Rangers interrogated two young ladies but let these howling idiots disturb the peace unabated. Because they were on a first name basis, I got the impression the idiots were employed at the park and friends of the rangers.
Laura M
VerifiedJuly 22, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 001, Loop: Lower Pines
We HATED this campground, it should be avoided at all costs. Don't go here.
Volunteer Jack is way too friendly and helpful, and everyone should just stay away...
...so we can get a reservation here whenever we want! π€ͺπ€£
Still reading? Hopefully not and more room for us!!
On ok, here's more deets:
Flushing toilets and running water but no soap so BYO. Fire pits allowed 5-10pm only. Generator can be run only certain times: 7-9am, 12-2pm, etc. Bear boxes at each site, which is standard. Merced River not far so plan your floaties...we brought our boogie boards!! Walking distance to Curry Village and the shuttle pickup is nearby!
Eric D
VerifiedJuly 21, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 054, Loop: Lower Pines
the volunteers were extremely helpful. the location was great and we were very happy with our visit.
Zackary H
VerifiedJuly 20, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 020, Loop: Lower Pines
Great
Dana H
VerifiedJuly 19, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 069, Loop: Lower Pines
Loved this campground! The spots were big and had a picnic table, bear cabinet and fire pit. The scenery was amazing and being next to the river was relaxing and gorgeous. All the rangers were very informative and nice. I would highly recommend staying here.
Alma L
VerifiedJuly 18, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 031, Loop: Lower Pines
One of our favorite places to stay & enjoy being surrounded by nature. Campground is located near everything we enjoy exploring.
Grant M
VerifiedJuly 17, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 059, Loop: Lower Pines
I love Yosemite and the campground host is always wonderful. If I could change one thing about Yosemite it would be the bathrooms in the campground. Updating them would be amazing but even something as simple as hand soap dispensers would go a long way!
William N
VerifiedJuly 16, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 044, Loop: Lower Pines
Great campground - well kept and clean, right by the Merced.
Kimberly S
VerifiedJuly 15, 2022 β’ Stayed at: 050, Loop: Lower Pines
Lower is a good spot if you have a bigger rv. Some of the site will fit up to 40ft
Lower is not as big a campground as upper so not as many people.
I think itβs quieter.
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.
