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Camp 4

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Open with reservations required through November 9, 2026. Reservations release one week in advance at 7 AM Pacific via Recreation.gov. From November through mid-April, the campground operates first-come, first-served. Campfires permitted in fire rings only between 5 PM and 10 PM from May through September. The campground may close with short notice if high winds or heavy snow are forecast.

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About

Camp 4 occupies a hallowed spot in Yosemite Valley at 4,000 feet elevation, nestled beneath the towering granite walls that made it the birthplace of modern American rock climbing. The campground earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places for its role in shaping the sport during the 1950s and 60s when pioneering climbers like Royal Robbins and Yvon Chouinard called it home base. This is a walk-in, tent-only campground operating on a unique shared-site model. Each of the 61 sites (25 in winter) accommodates up to six people who share communal amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and bear-proof food storage lockers. Parking is located 100-300 yards away with a free permit required spring through fall. Central restrooms with flush toilets and potable water serve the campground. The location offers unmatched access to Yosemite Valley's iconic features. Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and El Capitan are all nearby, with hiking trails ranging from easy valley strolls to the demanding Half Dome cable route. The free Valley shuttle stops nearby, and food services at Yosemite Valley Lodge and Yosemite Village are within walking or biking distance.

Directions

Upon entering Yosemite Valley, turn left onto Sentinel Drive, then left onto Northside Drive. Camp 4 will be on your right after approximately 1.25 miles. From Hwy 140/Arch Rock Entrance, continue west on El Portal Road 8 miles to Yosemite Valley. Follow Southside Drive and signs for Yosemite Valley Lodge and Camp 4.