Tuolumne Meadows Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $36.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- September 28 to July 1
- Sites
- 289 total · 289 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 64.1 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 64.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.8745, -119.3537
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Tuolumne Meadows Campground is Yosemite’s largest, and is located along the Tioga Road, with some areas located near the Tuolumne River. At 8,000 feet (2,600 m) this campground is open seasonally and has wonderful summer access to many hikes, lakes, and prominent viewpoints. The campground is located approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Yosemite Valley but a small store, grill, and post office are located nearby in Tuolumne Meadows.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Tuolumne Meadows Campground free?
No. Tuolumne Meadows Campground charges $36.00. 289 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Tuolumne Meadows Campground?
Tuolumne Meadows Campground has 289 sites on record. 289 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Tuolumne Meadows Campground open?
The season on record runs September 28 to July 1. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Tuolumne Meadows Campground?
The Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located along the Tioga Road. From Hwy. 120 east/Tioga Pass, the Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located approximately 17 miles west on the left. From Yosemite Valley take the Big Oak Flat Road and Tioga Road to reach Tuolumne Meadows; 54 miles total (approximately 90 minutes). You’ll find the campground on your right.
What is the weather like at Tuolumne Meadows Campground?
Yosemite National Park covers nearly 1,200 square miles (3,100 square km) in the Sierra Nevada, with elevations ranging from about 2,000 feet (600 m) to 13,000 ft (4,000 m). Yosemite receives 95% of its precipitation between October and May (and over 75% between November and March). Most of Yosemite is blanketed in snow from about November through May. (The Valley can be rainy or snowy in any given winter storm.)
What are the rules at Tuolumne Meadows Campground?
<b>Pets:</b> Permitted (except in group sites); must be on a leash at all times. <b>Fires:</b> Wood and charcoal fires are permitted. <b>People per site:</b> A maximum of six people (including children) are allowed per campsite, except for the group sites, which requires 13 to 30 people. <b>Vehicles per site:</b> A maximum of two motor vehicles are allowed per campsite. All vehicles must be parked on a parking pad. Trailers don't count against the vehicle limit as long as they fit on the parking pad. Additional parking may be available near the campground for no additional charge. Contact the Campground Office directly for more details. <b>You are required to store food properly in order to protect Yosemite's bears.</b> Learn more about <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/nature/bears.htm">bears</a>, <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/bears.htm">proper food storage</a>, and <a href="https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/lockers.htm">food lockers</a>.
Nearby
- Tuolumne Meadows Horse Camp0.3 mi
- Tuolumne Meadows Campground0.4 mi
- Tioga Lake Campground6.5 mi
- Junction Campground7.1 mi
- Sawmill Walk-in Campground7.4 mi
- Ellery Lake Campground7.4 mi
- Saddlebag Lake Trailhead Group Camp7.6 mi
- Saddlebag Lake Campground7.7 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site64.1 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water64.6 mi
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
