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Tioga 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 · 62.9 mi
Nearest water fill
Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 63.4 mi
Coordinates
37.9275, -119.2551
Last verified
September 18, 2026
37.9275° N · 119.2551° W
Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Elevation 9700 feet. 13 campsites on Tioga Lake near the Tuolumne Meadows entrance to Yosemite NP. This is Bear Country. Please store food properly and don't feed the bears. Small RVs or short trailers only, no RV hook ups.

From the USFS.

Is Tioga Lake Campground free?

No. Tioga Lake Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.

How do I get to Tioga Lake Campground?

From US 395 at Lee Vining, go west on CA 120.

What are the rules at Tioga 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

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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