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About Lower Pines Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Pets and Policies
- 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
Frank D
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Lower Pines
Just one word: super♥️
Courtney C
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Lower Pines
Lots of trees with decent shade. Close to the river and mist trail. It’s a beautiful spot!
Tanner S
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: Lower Pines
I loved it here!
Earl W
VerifiedAugust 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Lower Pines
Fair ... Extremely crowded, camp site located next to roadway where overnight parkers/campers woke up and walk through our camp site as a short cut; not a great location. Restrooms were not very well stocked and out of soap. a plus, very close to all things in the valley to see.
Julia D
VerifiedAugust 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Lower Pines
Good campground, easy pull-in spot with bathrooms nearby. I wasn't sure where the showers were but only stayed one night.
Zach G
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: Lower Pines
Amazing location near everything you need in Yosemite Valley. You can make your own food or wait with everyone else at Curry Village which is a 5-10 min walk. It was 100 degrees while we were there so a little rough for sleeping, but a short walk to the river and you could cool off quickly. Highly recommend leaving your car here and taking the shuttle or renting bikes to explore the valley!
Zhipeng S
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Lower Pines
There’s not much space to set up a tent, but if you’re car camping, you’ll be fine. The campsite is about a 20-minute walk from the Mist Trailhead, so it’s very convenient if you’re planning to go hiking.
Erin M
VerifiedAugust 8, 2026 • Stayed at: DBL1, Loop: Lower Pines
Yosemite can’t be beat, but lower pines … like most of the valley… is loud and crowded. I would try to get a site away from the road next time or look into camp 4. I thought it would be nice to be close to the amenities of Curry Village but it’s so crowded. We rarely could use the amenities. The stores were often cleaned out and the food typically had a 30 to 45 minute wait. We expected crowds and noise to some extent, but not really people partying and yelling in a campground until 1 AM.
Katherine W
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 • Stayed at: DBL2, Loop: Lower Pines
Some trees at this site were cut down recently. Mid-day in July and August there is not a drop of shade for 3-4 hours with temps in the 90s. Thankfully the river is right there! We have a camper van - required 4 blocks under a front wheel to get level. Overall, it’s a huge site with enough space for 4+ tents and 3 cars and convenient access over to Curry Village.
David W
VerifiedAugust 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Lower Pines
Great place
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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