UPPER PINES

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CAMPING CALIFORNIA

Upper Pines


May 6, 2024

The Upper Pines camping area is located in Yosemite National Park in California and is a popular spot for visitors due to its breathtaking surroundings. The campground is nestled among towering trees and has views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors can take a short walk to the Merced River, where they can go swimming, fishing, or rafting.

One of the main points of interest near the Upper Pines camping area is Yosemite Valley, which is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the park, such as Half Dome and El Capitan. Visitors can also take a short drive to Glacier Point, which offers panoramic views of the valley below.

The Upper Pines campground offers amenities such as flush toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. The campground is also located near a general store where visitors can purchase basic supplies and groceries.

Interesting facts about the area include that the Upper Pines campground is one of the largest in Yosemite National Park, with over 200 campsites. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, so visitors are advised to take proper precautions when storing food and garbage.

The best time of year to visit the Upper Pines camping area is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from the 60s to the 80s during the day and dropping to the 30s and 40s at night. Visitors should be aware that the campground can be crowded during peak season, so it is recommended to make reservations well in advance.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Alpine Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout

Bigelow Lake

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Twin Lakes (Bridgeport)

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout

Jackass Lakes

Almaco Jack Apache Trout Brook Trout

Lane Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Grizzly Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Buck Lakes

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Lewis Creek

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Koenig Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Anna Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

California Creek

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Fish Creek

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

High Emigrant Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Avalanche Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Evelyn Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Finger Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Kelp Bass

Lower Long Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout

Vandeburg Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Kirkwood Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Junction Lake

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Isberg Lakes

Apache Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Manzanita Lake

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brown Trout

Lewis Lakes

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Lillian Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Golden Trout Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

FOREST ROUTE 1N04, GROVELAND
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
COUNTY ROAD 29 MADERA COUNTY
Upper Chowchilla-Upper Fresno Watershed, California
MAMMOTH POOL RD, CALIFORNIA
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
LAKE EDISON BOATING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
REDINGER BOATING SITE
Upper San Joaquin Watershed, California
RAMP ROAD MONO COUNTY
East Walker Watershed, California
ROAD 29 MADERA COUNTY
Upper Chowchilla-Upper Fresno Watershed, California
MERALS POOL PUT-IN
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
MADERA COUNTY
Upper Chowchilla-Upper Fresno Watershed, California
FOREST ROUTE 1N10 TUOLUMNE COUNTY
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

HEADWATERS TO TRAILHEAD
Truckee Watershed, California
STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO 1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50
South Fork American Watershed, California
HELL HOLE DAM TO ELLICOTTS BRIDGE
North Fork American Watershed, California
BIG GRIZZLY CANYON TO OXBOW RESERVOIR
North Fork American Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 7, T11N, R18E TO BLAIR BRIDGE
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
ELLICOTS BRIDGE TO BIG GRIZZLY CANYON
North Fork American Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE WITH VAN HORN CREEK TO COSUMNES MINE ROAD
Upper Cosumnes Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO SOUTH OF UPPER TRUCKEE ROAD (SEC LINE BETWEEN 17/20 INTERCEPTS RIVER AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY)
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 2, T9N, R18E TO CONFLUENCE WITH MOKELUMNE RIVER
Upper Mokelumne Watershed, California
1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO AVALANCHE LAKE
South Fork American Watershed, California

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Wilderness Emigrant

Grover Hot Springs State Park

Wilderness Carson-Iceberg

Topaz Lake Park

Wilderness Mokelumne

Toiyabe National Forest

Wilderness Desolation

Heenan Lake Wildlife Area

Wildlife Area Slinkard / Little Antelope

Wilderness Wovoka

                                                                                                                       
                                               
VALLEY VISITOR CENTER & THEATER
The Valley Visitor Center & Theater is an essential stop for visitors to California's Yosemite National Park. Here are some reasons why: 1. Helpful Information: The Visitor Center provides a ...
LEMBERT DOME
Lembert Dome is a breathtaking point of interest located in Tuolumne Meadows within Yosemite National Park, California. The dome is a granite rock formation towering over 8000 feet, and it's ...
SOUTH TUFA
TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
Welcome to Tuolumne Meadows, located in Yosemite National Park, California. This breathtaking area offers visitors a chance to experience high-elevation wilderness at its finest. Here are some reasons why you ...
POTHOLE DOME
Pothole Dome is a popular point of interest located in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park in California. There are several good reasons to visit this scenic spot. ...
DONNELL VISTA
WASHBURN POINT
Washburn Point is one of the most popular lookout points in Yosemite National Park, California. It is located at an elevation of 7,385 feet and offers panoramic views of Yosemite ...
WAWONA VISITOR CENTER
The Wawona Visitor Center is a must-see point of interest in California's Yosemite National Park. It offers a wide range of information and resources for visitors, including exhibits, park maps, ...
PARSONS MEMORIAL LODGE
Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, Parsons Memorial Lodge is a historic building that offers a glimpse into the history of Yosemite National Park. The lodge was built ...
TIOGA LAKE OVERLOOK INFO SITE

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