Upper Camp campground
Upper Camp
The campground offers 238 campsites for both tents and RVs and has amenities such as restrooms, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campground is first-come-first-serve during the summer months and is available by reservation during the off-season.
An interesting fact about the Upper Pines Campground is that it is the largest campground in Yosemite National Park and has been in operation since the early 1900s.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Pines Campground is during the summer months, from June to August. During this time of year, temperatures average around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the low 50s at night. Visitors should be aware that the campground can get crowded during peak season, so planning ahead is recommended. Overall, the Upper Pines Campground is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and anyone looking for a peaceful camping experience in the heart of Yosemite National Park.
What's on-site at Upper 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 Upper Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sada's Spring Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mexican Flat Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Skeels Meadow Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Frog Lake Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sierra View Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Anderson Lake County Park
- Jackson Oaks Park
- Conte Gardens Park
- Nordstrom Park
- Stone Creek Park
- Diana Park
Boat launches
- Coyote Lake Road 10700-12746, Gilroy
- Oak Glen Avenue 17655, Morgan Hill
- Mckean Road 22707-22725, San Jose
- Uvas Road 15000-15208, Morgan Hill
- Pinto Lake City Park
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 Upper Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Camp
Can I make reservations at Upper 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 Upper 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
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Camp.