Yosemite Village Camping

Yosemite Village Camping

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Yosemite Village is at the edge of, and is the gateway to, the Yosemite National Park. This is the center of activity and the major tourist area of the park. The village is a jumping off point to explore the park.

Considerations

The park can be crowded in summer. It is best to make reservations as early as possible.

Types

Lower Pines, Upper Pines and North Pines are the major camping areas nearest the village.

Types

The sites have a table, fire ring and food locker. The sites do not have electric or water hookups.

Warning

Food lockers are provided at campsites. Their use is required, to prevent bears and other animals from getting your food and causing themselves harm.

Types

There is primitive camping allowed at marked spots along trails in the park.

Types

Tuolumne Meadows Campground is in a remote area offering solitude and breathtaking views. There are 304 sites available.

Article Written By James Jordan

James Jordan has been a writer and photographer since 1980. He has worked for newspapers in Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina and Kansas, winning state press association awards for writing, photography and page design. In 1995 he received his master's in Christian education and completed two years of Ancient Greek at the graduate level. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism.

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