Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp campground
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Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp
Reservations are required for camping at Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp and can be made up to six months in advance. The campground is in high demand during the summer months, so it is recommended to book early to secure a spot. The best time to visit is typically in the spring or fall when the weather is milder and the crowds are smaller. During the summer, the campground can get crowded, so it is advised to plan accordingly.
Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The area is known for its stunning scenery, including the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and the surrounding granite cliffs. However, campers must be cautious of bears in the area and follow proper food storage guidelines to minimize encounters. Overall, Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp is a beautiful and popular camping destination for those seeking a true wilderness experience in California.
What's on-site at Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Eleanor Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Dimond O Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Diamond O | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cherry Valley Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| White Wolf - Yosemite National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 398 cfs | → |
| Eleanor C Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 21 cfs | → |
| Lk Eleanor Div To Cherry Lake Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 994 cfs | → |
| Cherry C Bl Valley Dam Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 7 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Ab Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 464 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Lower Kibbie | 1.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.7 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Horse Meadows | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gianelli Meadow | 162.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tenaya Lake | 0.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Hoover Wilderness
- Toiyabe National Forest
- Heaven For Kids Rotary Park
- Yosemite National Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Rim Of The World Vista
- Tunnel View
- Columbia Rock
- Valley View
- Indian Village Of The Ahwahnee
- Yosemite Museum
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
- Clavey River From 3n01 To Cottonwood Road
- Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3n01
- Lilly Creek (Source At Chewing Gum Lake And Y Meadow Lake) To One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow
- One-Tenth Mile Downstream Of Coffin Hollow To Confluence With Bell Creek And Clavey River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp
Can I make reservations at Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Hetch Hetchy Backpackers Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
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