Yosemite Creek Campground campground
Yosemite Creek Campground
The campground features 75 first-come, first-served campsites, which are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, and bear boxes. Drinking water and flush toilets are also available on-site. There are no showers or electricity at the campground, so visitors should plan accordingly.
An interesting fact about Yosemite Creek Campground is that it was one of the first established campgrounds in Yosemite National Park, dating back to the early 1900s.
The best time to visit Yosemite Creek Campground is from late spring to early fall, when the weather is mild and pleasant. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-60s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, as temperatures can drop significantly at night. Overall, Yosemite Creek Campground offers a unique camping experience in one of the most beautiful national parks in the United States.
What's on-site at Yosemite Creek Campground
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 Yosemite Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yosemite Creek - Yosemite National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Yosemite Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Porcupine Flat Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Porcupine Flat - Yosemite National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Porcupine Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Yosemite Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 853 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R A Grand Cyn Of Tuolumne Ab Hetch Hetchy | 1,500 cfs | → |
| Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 1,150 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 772 cfs | → |
| Eleanor C Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 28 cfs | → |
| Lk Eleanor Div To Cherry Lake Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 1 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Yosemite Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tenaya Lake | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tuolumne Meadows | 124.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Tioga Pass-Dana Meadows | 30.6 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lower Kibbie | 1.2 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
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Yosemite National Park
- Mono Lake Tufa State Reserve
- Owens River Headwaters Wilderness
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Indian Village Of The Ahwahnee
- Valley Visitor Center & Theater
- Yosemite Museum
- Columbia Rock
- Sentinel Bridge
- Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Near The Tuolumne And Mariposa County Lines To Western Boundary Of Yosemite National Park
- Headwaters Tributaries To Research Natural Area Boundary
- Snow Lake To Hoover Wilderness Boundary
- Saddlebag Lake Rna Boundary To State Highway 120
- Headwaters, Includes East Fork And West Fork To Hoover Wilderness Boundary
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 Yosemite Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Yosemite Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Yosemite Creek Campground?
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 Yosemite Creek Campground?
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 Yosemite Creek Campground.