Yosemite National Park

Pack Light,
Sleep Deep,
Explore Everything

Wake up to giant sequoias, fall asleep beneath a sky full of stars, and step out your door straight onto the trail. Backpacker's Campground is your home base for the Yosemite wilderness.

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On-Site Lodging

Easy Reservations

Year-Round Access

Trailhead Proximity

Camping

Set Up Camp Your Way

Whether you're hauling a full RV or traveling ultralight, we've got a spot that fits your style and your gear.

Tent camping site among pine trees at Backpacker's Campground

Tent Sites

Flat, shaded sites nestled among pines. Perfect for backpackers who want to sleep under the trees and wake up to birdsong.

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Cozy cabin exterior near Yosemite campground

Cabins & Lodging

Compact, comfortable cabins with real beds — no sleeping bag required. Ideal for groups who want the Yosemite experience with extra comfort.

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Campfire and starry night sky at Yosemite campground

Group & Extended Stays

Planning a multi-day trek or a reunion with the trail crew? We offer group rates and flexible booking for longer stays.

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Lodging

Real Beds.
Real Comfort.
Real Yosemite.

Skip the hard ground and sleep in a proper bed after a long day on the trail. Our cabins are simple, clean, and just far enough from the crowds to feel wild — close enough to the action to make every sunrise worth waking up for.

  • Compact cabins with heating & cooling
  • Shared bathhouses with hot showers
  • Kitchenette access & campfire rings
  • Free parking at your site
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Interior of a cozy cabin at Backpacker's Campground Yosemite
Location

In the Heart of
the Sierra Nevada

Positioned inside Yosemite National Park, our campground puts you minutes from some of the most iconic landscapes in the world — and miles away from the noise.

Trail Access

Direct access to miles of maintained trails through old-growth forest, alpine meadows, and granite domes.

Water & Scenery

Waterfalls, rivers, and alpine lakes are all within easy reach — some visible from the campground itself.

Park Permits

As an on-site campground, we help simplify your permit process so you can focus on the trail ahead.

Your Yosemite Story
Starts Here

Whether it's your first time or your fiftieth, Backpacker's Campground gives you the launchpad you need. Reserve your spot and let the mountains do the rest.

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Contact

Get in Touch

Have questions about availability, group bookings, or trail conditions? Reach out — we're right here in the park.

Address

Yosemite National Park, CA 95389

Office Hours

Open year-round
Daily 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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