Sweetwater campground
Sweetwater
The campground offers several amenities, including fire pits, picnic tables, and restrooms. There are a total of 10 campsites available, each of which can accommodate up to six people. Reservations are required, and they can be made up to six months in advance.
One interesting fact about the Sweetwater Camping Area is that it was originally used as a stopover for travelers on the historic Mono Road. Today, it provides a peaceful and serene camping experience for visitors.
The best time of year to visit the Sweetwater Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the average temperature ranges from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-40s at night, making it perfect for outdoor activities. However, visitors should be aware that the campground is not accessible during the winter months due to snowfall.
What's on-site at Sweetwater
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 Sweetwater, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Placer Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Placer | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Mammoth Pool | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Mammoth Pool Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Little Jackass Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sweetwater -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs | → |
| Big C Div Nr Fish Camp Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Mf San Joaquin R Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 425 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,130 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,480 cfs | → |
| San Joaquin R Bl Friant Ca | 476 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sweetwater -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Graveyard Meadow | 0.8 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chilkoot Meadow | 0.2 in | -0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poison Ridge | 0.4 in | 0.4 in | → |
| Huntington Lake | 1.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Kaiser Point | 1.1 in | -0.7 in | → |
| Nohrsc Green Mtn | 5.9 in | -0.1 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 Kaiser
- Wildlife Area Kinsman Flat
- Wilderness Ansel Adams
- Yosemite National Park
- Devils Postpile National Monument
- Wilderness Dinkey Lakes
Boat launches
- Mammoth Pool Rd, California
- Huntington Boat Ramp & Launching Site
- Redinger Boating Site
- Lake Edison Boating Site
- Florence Lake Boating Site
- Florence Lake Campground
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Blue Canyon Vista Observation Site
- Chinese Laundry Building
- Wawona Visitor Center
- Grey Barn
- Vermillion View Observation Site
- Yosemite History Center
Paddle runs
- Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River To Hells Half Acre
- Cora Creek To Confluence With San Joaquin River
- Rainbow Falls To Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River
- Hemlock Crossing To Confluence With Cora Creek
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T3s, R25 E To Hemlock Crossing
- Rainbow Falls To National Monument Boundary
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 Sweetwater as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sweetwater
Can I make reservations at Sweetwater?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Sweetwater?
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
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Sweetwater.