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.
Campground Amenities
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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
Lori W
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 086, Loop: Upper Pines
Great campground! Amazing experience.
Jarleen V
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: Upper Pines
I always love camping here. You are dead center in the park and it's always nice to wake up to the mountains being shined on by the sun. If you dislike being close to your neighbors, then this campsite might not be for you.
Kim P
VerifiedMay 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 219, Loop: Upper Pines
Upper pines is always a great place to camp, but not the easiest to get reservations.
Lisa H
VerifiedMay 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Upper Pines
Beautiful, camp host was awesome and so helpful. Can’t wait to return to the valley
Morgan B
VerifiedMay 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Upper Pines
Great location with access to trails and the shuttle
Linda L
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 109, Loop: Upper Pines
While rated for a 24 ft trailer, site 109 was difficult to get into. It is very narrow with a tree on each side which would be manageable except that a permanent, tall cement berm is in a spot too far forward in the site that prevents easily backing far enough into the site. Our trailer is 23', and we were able to carefully straddle the berm, driving up on blocks which allowed us to barely miss the jacks and black water pipe by about half an inch on each side and the top. Was glad for my husband's expert towing skills or we would have had to drive away. The awning still would not clear the tree. The neighboring pad for the site on the door (passenger side) is only a few feet away. Still, Yosemite is lovely and we were glad to be there in the spring. If this was the only site available, though, we would not take it again.
David G
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: Upper Pines
Large rock in campground. Great to have close access to two bathrooms. Overall flat. Electrical boxes are on this site and I could hear the humming at night.
Annette H
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 172, Loop: Upper Pines
An excellent campground. Stay here every year. Clean restrooms. Only complaint was that site 172 has a huge hole right where the RV outside seating goes. Needs to be filled in.
Amy H
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 175, Loop: Upper Pines
During our last camping trip, it rained quite a bit and had a day of snow. With that said, we live Upper Pines Campground because of all the trees, how close it is to Happy Isles, Mirror Lake and the trailhead to Vernal and Nevada Falls. Having bikes to get basically anywhere in the valley is also amazing! Whether good or bad weather...Yosemite is gorgeous!!! Also wanted to give a big shout out to the rangers, volunteers and to James (keeps the restrooms super clean), at Upper Pines...such great customer service and the care and attention they put into what they do for thos incredible national park!!!
Bry G
VerifiedMay 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Upper Pines
Beautiful campsite! Did not have neighbors for most of our stay, and then bathrooms were very clean. There is also a drinking water station and a water waste disposal station. As others said, you are close to the dumpsters but I didn’t think it was a big problem or noisy. Would definitely stay here again (:
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 3, 2026