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National Park ServiceLast Updated: February 11, 2026
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Tuolumne Meadows Campground is Yosemite’s largest, and is located along the Tioga Road, with some areas located close to 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.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
The campground is normally open seasonally from July - September (dates vary).
Weather
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.)
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Food Storage Lockers
Directions
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.
Rates & Fees
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Fee - Non Group Site
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Reservation Fee - Standard Sites (RV or Tent) and Tent Only Sites (non-group site)/night
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Group Site Fee - Group Site
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Group Site Fee - Group Site/night
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Stock Site Fee - Stock Site
Tuolumne Meadows Campground Stock Site Fee - Stock Site/night
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Wood and charcoal fires are permitted when the campground is in use/open.Regulations Overview
<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>.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The following campsites are suitable for wheelchairs and include picnic tables with extended tops. The closest restrooms to these campsites are also wheelchair accessible. These campsites are limited to people with disabilities. Sites: A5, A41, B37, B38, B39, C1, C74, C75, D10, H16, H17, H18, H19
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Tuolumne Meadows: 304 sites with space for tents, RVs up to 35 feet, and trailers up to 35 feet. Not every site can accommodate equipment of these lengths. Be sure to read the site details when making a reservation on recreation.gov to ensure your equipment will fit into the site you're reserving. When making online reservations, you can filter available sites by entering the length of your RV.
RV Maximum Length
35
Trailer Maximum Length
24
ADA Information
The following campsites are suitable for wheelchairs and include picnic tables with extended tops. The closest restrooms to these campsites are also wheelchair accessible. These campsites are limited to people with disabilities. Sites: A5, A41, B37, B38, B39, C1, C74, C75, D10, H16, H17, H18, H19
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
Additional Information
Each campsite contains a <b>fire ring</b>, <b>picnic table</b>, and a <b>food locker</b> and is near a <b>bathroom with drinking water and flushing toilets</b>. In Tuolumne Meadows food lockers measure 35"(D)x43"(W)x28"(H). The group site has five food lockers. <b>Groceries:</b> Nearby (small grocery store in Tuolumne Meadows) <b>Showers:</b> Yosemite Valley (Curry Village) <b>Dump station:</b> Available all year in Yosemite Valley (in Upper Pines Campground) or, summer only, near Tuolumne Meadows Campground.
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