Hodgdon Meadow Campground — Yosemite National Park
Reviewed May. 23, 2018

Convenient but crowded Yosemite campground

This campground is good enough – it was the other campers I didn’t like. We were there on a weekend which likely impacted our experience. It is conveniently located just a couple of miles from the junction of Tioga Rd and the road into Yosemite Valley (about 25 miles), and also a good location if you want to go to Hetch Hetchy. 

The sites are a little tight so not much privacy. There was no peace and quiet due to other campers many of whom have no camping etiquette as far as night time parties and noise. Ear plugs were needed. Several walked right through our site (practically through the tent) to get to the bathroom. Ugh. That will startle you up in the middle of the night. If I stay there again I will try something on the outer loop or a week day. 

Roads are paved which is nice. Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic table, fire ring food locker. A gas station and small general store are eight miles away at Crane Flat which is a plus for a longer stay. Showers are in the valley and there is typically a wait on busy days.

I recommend in the spring that you visit Hetch Hetchy, which also has spectacular waterfalls and is not so crowded. If you can handle a longer day hike – go all the way to Rancheria falls. Otherwise to Wapama falls and back is about 5.5 miles.

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  • Review photo of Hodgdon Meadow Campground — Yosemite National Park by Patricia O., May 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Hodgdon Meadow Campground — Yosemite National Park by Patricia O., May 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Hodgdon Meadow Campground — Yosemite National Park by Patricia O., May 23, 2018