Vogelsang Backpacker Camp campground
Vogelsang Backpacker Camp
What's on-site at Vogelsang Backpacker 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 Vogelsang Backpacker Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker's Wilderness Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sunrise High Sierra Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tuolumne Meadows - Yosemite National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Lyell Fork | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Tuolumne Meadows | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Vogelsang Backpacker Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,610 cfs | → |
| Mf San Joaquin R Nr Mammoth Lakes Ca | 579 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 2,000 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 2,460 cfs | → |
| Deadman C A Big Springs Nr Crestview Ca | 37 cfs | → |
| Robinson C At Twin Lks Outlet Nr Bridgeport | 145 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Vogelsang Backpacker Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows | 124.1 in | -0.3 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows | 30.3 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Agnew Pass (Goes) | 5.2 in | 0.4 in | → |
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.5 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Green Mtn | 5.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lee Vining 5.9 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 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
- Devils Postpile National Monument
- Mammoth Creek Community Park
- Trails End Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center
- Tuolumne Meadows
- Parsons Memorial Lodge
- Lembert Dome
- Pothole Dome
- Olmsted Point
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Walker Lake
- Saddlebag Lake Rna Boundary To State Highway 120
- Headwaters Tributaries To Research Natural Area Boundary
- Headwaters To Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T3s, R25 E To Hemlock Crossing
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
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 Vogelsang Backpacker Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Vogelsang Backpacker Camp
Can I make reservations at Vogelsang Backpacker 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 Vogelsang Backpacker 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 Vogelsang Backpacker Camp.