Warning
GeneralUpper Pines will be closed from May 26 through June 8, 2026 for internal campground road construction.
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About Upper Pines Campground
Number of accommodations: 236
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1154)
What Guests Are Saying
Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite is well-maintained, with clean bathrooms and spacious sites that are conveniently located near beautiful walking trails and major attractions. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, making for a pleasant experience. While some sites are narrow and privacy can be limited, the overall ambiance and accessibility to the park's stunning scenery make it a favored choice for visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Upper Pines Campground in Yosemite is well-maintained, with clean bathrooms and spacious sites that are conveniently located near beautiful walking trails and major attractions. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, making for a pleasant experience. While some sites are narrow and privacy can be limited, the overall ambiance and accessibility to the park's stunning scenery make it a favored choice for visitors.
Review Summary
David G
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: Upper Pines
One of our favorite campgrounds. Friendly staff, clean restrooms. Campsites are great but inconsistent in size, so be prepared for anything.
Hochoel N
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Upper Pines
Around 6 PM, more than 10 people parked two cars right next to my spot and started cooking using pine needles. The heavy smoke and loud music were very bothersome. They only left when the actual reservation holder arrived an hour later. It was a very unpleasant experience due to the noise and acrid smoke. I hope the system is improved so that only verified reservation holders can access the sites.
David G
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: Upper Pines
One of our favorite campgrounds. Friendly staff, clean restrooms. Campsites are great but inconsistent in size, so be prepared for anything.
Hochoel N
VerifiedMarch 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Upper Pines
Around 6 PM, more than 10 people parked two cars right next to my spot and started cooking using pine needles. The heavy smoke and loud music were very bothersome. They only left when the actual reservation holder arrived an hour later. It was a very unpleasant experience due to the noise and acrid smoke. I hope the system is improved so that only verified reservation holders can access the sites.
Helene E
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Upper Pines
We had a great time at upper Pines Yosemite last week. The weather was in the 70s. They only have 95 campsites open in the whole park so it was the most uncrowded I’ve ever been to Yosemite, which was wonderful but a shame that not more people could partake of the campgrounds, but I know they’ll soon open but the Rangers are all wonderful there and they do a great job of keeping up the park. this is our favorite place to camp.
Rocel J
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Upper Pines
Safe place to camp
Elaine E
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper Pines
A great spot at end of the first loop. Since it was at the end, we didn’t have any people walking through our site. Bathrooms were close by (also to get potable water and to dump grey water.)
While there is shade most of the day, there were a few hours where we were in direct sunlight due to the angle through the treetops.
Would recommend!
Helene E
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Upper Pines
We had a great time at upper Pines Yosemite last week. The weather was in the 70s. They only have 95 campsites open in the whole park so it was the most uncrowded I’ve ever been to Yosemite, which was wonderful but a shame that not more people could partake of the campgrounds, but I know they’ll soon open but the Rangers are all wonderful there and they do a great job of keeping up the park. this is our favorite place to camp.
Rocel J
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Upper Pines
Safe place to camp
Elaine E
VerifiedMarch 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper Pines
A great spot at end of the first loop. Since it was at the end, we didn’t have any people walking through our site. Bathrooms were close by (also to get potable water and to dump grey water.)
While there is shade most of the day, there were a few hours where we were in direct sunlight due to the angle through the treetops.
Would recommend!
Location Upper 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: 37.7361 / -119.562
Elevation: 1223 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Read site alerts and choose a suitable site for your equipment.
- Check in at the kiosk upon arrival to avoid cancellation.
- Check road and weather conditions before arrival by calling the provided numbers.
Cancellation policy
- Call if you're arriving late to avoid cancellation of your reservation.
- Reselling or auctioning reservations is not allowed.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food and toiletries properly to avoid attracting wildlife; use provided lockers and bear-proof dumpsters.
Utilities
- No hookups are available; a free dump station and potable water are provided on-site.
Fires & fuel
- Obtain firewood at or near your camping destination to prevent pest spread; moving firewood is illegal in some states.
Safety & rules
- Minimize waste and recycle to support Yosemite's Zero Landfill initiative; use refillable containers.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralUpper Pines will be closed from May 26 through June 8, 2026 for internal campground road construction.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026