Tamarack Flat campground
Tamarack Flat
The Tamarack Flat campground is situated near the Merced River and is just a short distance away from the spectacular Yosemite Valley, which is home to world-famous landmarks such as El Capitan, Half Dome and Yosemite Falls. Other nearby attractions include the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Glacier Point, and the Mariposa Grove.
The campground offers basic amenities such as potable water, pit toilets, and fire rings. There are no RV hookups, showers, or dump stations available at the site. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis and has a total of 52 campsites.
One quirky fact about the area is that it was once used as a hideout by the infamous bandit Joaquin Murrieta in the mid-1800s.
The best time to visit Tamarack Flat Camping Area is during the summer months between June and September when the temperatures range from 70-80°F during the day and drop to 50-60°F at night. Visitors should be prepared for occasional thunderstorms and high winds during this time of year.
What's on-site at Tamarack Flat
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 Tamarack Flat, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crane Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Yellow Pines Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hodgdon Meadow Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hodgdon Meadow | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hodgdon Meadow - Yosemite National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tamarack Flat -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 2,040 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,730 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 2,670 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 1,570 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Ab Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 1,680 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Bl Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 2,200 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tamarack Flat -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.5 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 208.3 in | 83.9 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lower Kibbie | 1.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows | 124.1 in | -0.3 in | → |
| Ahwahnee 2.5 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poison Ridge | 0.6 in | 0.3 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
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Yosemite National Park
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Hoover Wilderness
- Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
- Devils Postpile National Monument
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Tunnel View
- Valley View
- El Capitan Meadow
- Columbia Rock
- Sentinel Bridge
- Indian Village Of The Ahwahnee
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
- Confluence With Middle Fork Tuolumne River To Confluence With Tuolumne River
- Clavey River From Cottonwood Road To Confluence With Tuolumne
- Clavey River From 3n01 To Cottonwood Road
- Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3n01
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 Tamarack Flat as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tamarack Flat
Can I make reservations at Tamarack Flat?
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 Tamarack Flat?
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 Tamarack Flat.