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MARKW8
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Jan 08, 2023

Campground near Yosemite in July

Can someone recommend a place to stay near Yosemite. We will be going from Florida to Vegas in early July and would like to go to Yosemite. It will be our 50th anniversary.
Mark
  • We tried to get a site in the valley but fractions of a second matter when they open up the booking window. Booking window for June 15-July 14 opens 5 months before at 7am PT on January 15 on recreation.gov. Wawona CG is inside the south end of the park and is roomier and they have some 35-foot sites.
  • Be aware: California is having severe storms so flooding is a big risk. There may be mudslides, downed trees, etc, this winter that could result in closed campgrounds this summer while repairs are made.
  • Keep in mind that if you stay outside the park, you will need to plan on time to drive there, wait in line at an entrance station, and then try to find a parking space (If there are any available).

    Yosemite traffic and parking

    Just reading that page is making me reconsider my plans for my arrival in May!!
  • We stayed at Bass Lake RV resort. It's about an hour and a half away but was very satisfied withe the CG.

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