Tioga Lake campground
Tioga Lake
There are a number of points of interest nearby, including the famous Tioga Pass entrance to Yosemite National Park, which is just a few miles away. The area is also home to numerous hiking trails and scenic drives, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. However, there are no hookups or showers available. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and has 13 campsites available for tent camping.
An interesting fact about the area is that Tioga Lake was created by a glacier during the last ice age. The glacier carved out the basin and when it melted, the lake was formed.
The best time to visit Tioga Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when the temperatures are mild and the weather is sunny. Average daytime temperatures in the area range from 70-80°F during the summer. Visitors should be aware that the campground is at an elevation of over 9,500 feet, so temperatures can drop significantly at night.
What's on-site at Tioga Lake
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 Tioga Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tioga Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Junction | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Junction Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Ellery | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Ellery Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tioga Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Green Creek Near Bridgeport | 41 cfs | → |
| Robinson C At Twin Lks Outlet Nr Bridgeport | 136 cfs | → |
| Deadman C A Big Springs Nr Crestview Ca | 35 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 715 cfs | → |
| Buckeye C Nr Bridgeport | 92 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 1,100 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tioga Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows | 30.7 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows | 124.4 in | -1.6 in | → |
| Lee Vining 5.9 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Virginia Lakes Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Virginia Lakes Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Agnew Pass (Goes) | 5.2 in | 0.4 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
- Hoover Wilderness
- Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
- Owens River Headwaters Wilderness
- Bodie State Historic Park
- Devils Postpile National Monument
- Mammoth Creek Community Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
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 Tioga Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tioga Lake
Can I make reservations at Tioga Lake?
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 Tioga Lake?
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 Tioga Lake.