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
Nicholas B
VerifiedMay 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Lower Pines
Quiet, Peaceful and great views. Easy River Access. Clean bathrooms and water dispensers. No complaints here.
Kristen M
VerifiedMay 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Lower Pines
Waterfalls were flowing nicely during our stay! Campsites are a bit close together in the inner loop areas. Had some noisy neighbors but mostly people were respectful. Ranges patrolling making sure food was not left out which helped us feel a bit safer. We were told the bears were very active during the day and night and that there was a mama with cubs nearby.
Scott J
VerifiedMay 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: Lower Pines
Had to move sites 3 times. That means for trailer owners we had to set up 6 times. So how do think that feels for a senior man to blow those hours 6 times to move. It stinks! So many people did the same as we had to. Please don't blame it on COVID. The sites we moved to 3 different times were not reserved by anyone. Something fishy going on here by Recreation.gov.
Max H
VerifiedMay 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Lower Pines
Good place to stay in Yosemite
derrell e
VerifiedApril 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Lower Pines
great camping spot
JAHIRO C
VerifiedApril 27, 2021 • Stayed at: DBL2, Loop: Lower Pines
Amazing experience! You are at the heart of Yosemite! The river passes next to the camp, even though you can’t go in for the cold, the view is amazing!
David I
VerifiedOctober 29, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Lower Pines
Wonderful campground and staff! With the creek fire close it shortened our stay but we couldn't have been more grateful to stay here while we could.
Linda W
VerifiedOctober 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Lower Pines
It was a pleasant and peaceful stay under the night sky. The views were amazing and I want to go back and stay longer
Elizabeth A
VerifiedOctober 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: Lower Pines
Wonderful!
Ian P
VerifiedOctober 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Lower Pines
The TP gets thinner every time I come back.
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.
