Ellery Lake Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 62.6 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 63.1 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.9378, -119.2442
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Campground is located at Ellery Lake east of Tioga pass, the east entrance of Yosemite National Park. Elevation is 9500 feet. Campground has 12 campsites. Some sites can accommodate vehicles up to 28 feet. Many sites do not have room to park a second vehicle.14 day stay limit. Each campsite has a locker for food storage. This is bear country, please store food properly and don 't feed the bears.
From the USFS.
Is Ellery Lake Campground free?
No. Ellery Lake Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Ellery Lake Campground?
From US 395 at Lee Vining, go west on CA 120, just East of Tioga Pass.
What are the rules at Ellery Lake Campground?
Dogs must always be on leash and under owner control. Maximum stay 14 days. Active bear area. All food must be secured overnight and when not attended; bear boxes are provided and must be used (typical bear box size 48" x 30" x 36"). Always keep a clean camp and do not feed wildlife.
Nearby
- Junction Campground0.4 mi
- Tioga Lake Campground0.9 mi
- Sawmill Walk-in Campground1.8 mi
- Saddlebag Lake Campground2.3 mi
- Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp2.4 mi
- Big Bend Campground2.4 mi
- Aspen Campground3.1 mi
- Moraine Campground4.6 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site62.6 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water63.1 mi
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
