Wawona campground
Wawona
The nearby points of interest include the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, where visitors can see some of the largest trees in the world. Yosemite Valley is also nearby, offering stunning vistas and opportunities for rock climbing and hiking.
The campground amenities include tent and RV camping, picnic tables, fire rings, and food storage lockers. The Wawona area is also home to the historic Wawona Hotel, which has been welcoming guests since 1876.
Interesting facts about the area include that Wawona was once a thriving logging town, with a sawmill and general store. The town was eventually abandoned and became part of Yosemite National Park.
The best time of year to visit Wawona is in the summer, from June to September. During this time, temperatures range from the mid-70s to low 80s during the day and drop to the mid-40s at night.
Overall, Wawona is a must-visit destination for those exploring Yosemite National Park. With its stunning natural beauty, nearby points of interest, and wide range of campground amenities, it is the perfect place for a peaceful and relaxing camping trip.
What's on-site at Wawona
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 Wawona, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wawona Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Waawona Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wawona - Yosemite National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Summit Camp | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Summerdale | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wawona -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big C Div Nr Fish Camp Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 2,040 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,730 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 2,670 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Ab Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 1,680 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wawona -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahwahnee 2.5 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poison Ridge | 0.6 in | 0.3 in | → |
| Nohrsc Chilkoot Meadow | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Graveyard Meadow | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.5 in | 0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Green Mtn | 3.3 in | -1.3 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
- Wildlife Area Kinsman Flat
- Wilderness Kaiser
- Devils Postpile National Monument
- Hoover Wilderness
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Yosemite History Center
- Grey Barn
- Wawona Visitor Center
- Chinese Laundry Building
- Tunnel View
- Valley View
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
- Confluence With North Fork San Joaquin River To Hells Half Acre
- Hemlock Crossing To Confluence With Cora Creek
- Headwaters In Sec 8, T3s, R25 E To Hemlock Crossing
- Cora Creek To Confluence With San Joaquin River
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 Wawona as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wawona
Can I make reservations at Wawona?
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 Wawona?
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 Wawona.