Upper River - Yosemite National Park campground
Upper River - Yosemite National Park
The campground offers amenities such as drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. It is a first-come, first-served campground with 30 campsites available. An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the largest granite monolith in the world, El Capitan.
The best time of year to visit the Upper River Yosemite National Park camping area is from June to September when temperatures range from the mid-60s to low 80s. It is important to note that the campground may experience heavy snow and road closures during the winter months. Overall, the Upper River Yosemite National Park camping area is a beautiful and peaceful spot for a camping trip in California's stunning natural landscape.
What's on-site at Upper River - Yosemite National Park
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 River - Yosemite National Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower River - Yosemite National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Pines - Yosemite National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| North Pines - Yosemite National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Backpackers Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Pines | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper River - Yosemite National Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 715 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 742 cfs | → |
| Big C Div Nr Fish Camp Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Ab Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 829 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper River - Yosemite National Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.9 in | 0.7 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows | 124.4 in | -1.6 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows | 30.7 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 208.3 in | 83.9 in | → |
| Nohrsc Green Mtn | 5.4 in | -0.5 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chilkoot Meadow | 0.2 in | -0.2 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
- Yosemite National Park
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Hoover Wilderness
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
- Devils Postpile National Monument
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center
- Valley Visitor Center & Theater
- Yosemite Museum
- Sentinel Bridge
- Indian Village Of The Ahwahnee
- Glacier Point
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T3s, R25 E To Hemlock Crossing
- Hemlock Crossing To Confluence With Cora Creek
- Headwaters Tributaries To Research Natural Area Boundary
- Saddlebag Lake Rna Boundary To State Highway 120
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 River - Yosemite National Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper River - Yosemite National Park
Can I make reservations at Upper River - Yosemite National Park?
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 River - Yosemite National Park?
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 River - Yosemite National Park.