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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Pets and Policies
- 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
Alyson F
VerifiedMarch 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 134, Loop: Upper Pines
Compact spot with space for 1 car. Close to the bathrooms which were clean (but don't provide soap). We were able to fit 2 medium tents without a problem, as there were several flat spots. Like most sites, it is more cramped and you will be close to your neighbors. Nice location in the valley with proximity to the Merced and the mist trailhead.
Ken M
VerifiedMarch 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: Upper Pines
Great! Location was perfect!
Sojung J
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Upper Pines
Site#15 well leveled for camper van. Originally booked for 2 nights but first night was canceled due to campground closure after heavy snow. Relatively spacious site. Loved the stay.
Sojung J
VerifiedMarch 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Upper Pines
Site#15 well leveled for camper van. Originally booked for 2 nights but first night was canceled due to campground closure after heavy snow. Relatively spacious site. Loved the stay.
Satyanarayana S
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Upper Pines
A perfect place to camp and is close to the great hikes
Satyanarayana S
VerifiedFebruary 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Upper Pines
A perfect place to camp and is close to the great hikes
Lewis K
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Upper Pines
I drove all the way to Yosemite, 4 hours one way, only to find they were closing the campgrounds and I had to turn around the next morning and leave, Recreation.gov sent an email telling me, but who gets email alerts while driving? Sending a text alert would have saved me 7 hours of driving!
Christine W
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Upper Pines
Consistently a great experience even with the holiday crowds and traffic.
Lewis K
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: Upper Pines
I drove all the way to Yosemite, 4 hours one way, only to find they were closing the campgrounds and I had to turn around the next morning and leave, Recreation.gov sent an email telling me, but who gets email alerts while driving? Sending a text alert would have saved me 7 hours of driving!
Christine W
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Upper Pines
Consistently a great experience even with the holiday crowds and traffic.
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