Grace Oaks Yosemite Cabin

Grace Oak's Cozy Bear Hollow

Mariposa Fairgrounds

AutoCamp Yosemite

This campground is the closest KOA to Yosemite Valley, and it is perfect to use as your base camp while visiting Yosemite National Park. Ride the YARTS public transit bus from the campground for an easy and convenient way to visit Yosemite. After returning from this jewel of a national park, take advantage of the campground's fresh hot pizza, even enjoying it poolside. Or take a dip in the sparkling clean pool. If you prefer sweets, the homemade fudge and ice cream parlor awaits. Before moving on to your next vacation destination, stop by the campground gift store to purchase some Yosemite memories to take with you. Pool: Memorial Weekend - Labor Day Weekend. Max pull thru: 50 feet. Your hosts: the Bailey family.



Yosemite West / Mariposa KOA (Midpines, CA)

Overview

The first of three BLM campgrounds within the Merced River Recreation Management Area is McCabe Flat. The campground is located 2.3 miles west (downstream) from the Briceburg suspension bridge along the Wild & Scenic Merced River.

The Briceburg River Road runs along the historic Yosemite Valley Railroad grade that follows the Merced River. It is an unpaved, dirt & gravel rough road with many potholes, but can easily be navigated with ordinary passenger vehicles traveling within the 15 miles per hour speed limit. Turn-outs are located all along the road. Loop turnarounds are provided in each of the three campgrounds.

McCabe Flat Campground hosts one of the biggest sandy beaches in the area. There is a designated swimming area and no dogs are allowed on the beach. All other areas of the Merced River Recreation Area allow dogs on leash.

Facilities in McCabe Flat Campground (11 sites total):

8 Walk-in camp sites
3 drive-up camp sites
2 vault toilets
1 Port-o-let toilet (seasonal near site 10 and 11)
Trash collection cans
Recycling collection cans
Main parking lot
Overflow parking lot
Drive-thru turn-around
Designated swimming beach
Self-pay Iron Ranger fee system
There are picnic tables, fire grills, and food storage lockers at all camp sites. 
All campsites are within 200 feet of the river
Permits, Fees, and Limitations:

Camp fee is $10/night. America the Beautiful Pass fee is $5.00/night.
Camping is allowed only in designated, numbered camp sites.
Maximum 8 people and two vehicles per site.
Camping is first come, first served. No reservations available.
Pay camp fee within 30 minutes of occupying site. Iron Ranger located near Bulletin Board.
A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full, pay-stub is properly completed and attached to campsite post, and site is occupied by campers (tent up).
No person shall leave any property unattended for more than 24 hours. (43 CFR 8351.2-1 (1))
Fires are allowed ONLY in provided metal fire rings. NO FIRES ON BEACH. (Fire Restriction may apply).
No glass bottles allowed within 1/4 mile of the Merced River. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (i)
Dogs must be on a leash at all times. 
NO DOGS allowed at McCabe BEACH. 
NO AMPLIFIED MUSIC or unreasonable noise any time.
QUIET TIME AFTER 10:00 pm (no speakers, generators etc.)
No Discharge of Firearms or fireworks 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (a)
No person shall enter a developed campground between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am, unless that person is a registered camper. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (g)
All California Motor Vehicle Laws Apply. (Seat Belts, DUI, etc.). 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (e)
Any person who fails to comply with these written orders may be subject to a fine not to exceed $500 and/or imprisonment not to exceed six months. Federal Register/ Vol. 66 No. 130/ Friday, July 6, 2001/ Notices Pg 35663.

Special Guidelines for Merced River Recreation Area Campgrounds During COVID-19

In order to comply with the Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Campgrounds, the following procedures are put in place:

Be prepared by bringing your own personal hygiene supplies, including soap, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer.
Only one household per camp site (Maximum 8 persons).
Only registered campers in developed campgrounds. McCabe Beach is for registered campers only during COVID-19 restrictions. (First come first served, on-site registration/payment only—no advanced registration).
No group campsites. Site #13 will only allow 8 persons.
Stay home if you are sick.
Please help keep these campgrounds open by adhering to these guidelines. Bureau of Land Management staff will be working hard to meet the new guidelines established to keep visitors and workers safe. Restroom cleaning is scheduled once per day weekdays and twice per day weekends. Visitors should bring all of their own personal hygiene supplies and practice CDC recommended hand washing practices, social distancing, etc. Original Source:Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Businesses during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

WARNING:

No lifeguard on duty. Swimming is dangerous any time of year, but especially during spring and early summer. The Merced River is un-damned and the flow changes dramatically from year to year and season to season. 

SWIMMING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED BELOW 700 CFS.

 River flow is posted on-line at: www.dreamflows.com

Potable water is available across the Briceburg Bridge as you head towards the campground facilities. Look for the faucet near the information kiosk. Bring your own water for camping purposes. Potable water is not available at the campground sites.

PLEASE NOTE:

 Trailers over 18 feet and large RV's are not recommended crossing the suspension bridge. The old Yosemite railroad grade is accessible by vehicles up to the Railroad Flat Campground. Only equestrian, pedestrians, and bicycles are permitted beyond the Railroad Flat Campground. Commercial lodging is available in the town of Mariposa.

Return To: Merced River Recreation Management Area

ADA Access: 90% of campsites are ADA accessible



McCabe Flat Campground

The second BLM campground within the Merced River Recreation Management Area is Willow Placer. The campsites are located 3.6 miles downstream from the suspension bridge along Briceburg River Road. With mostly walk-in sites, this camp-ground usually offers a quieter, family atmosphere. The main beach is not nearly as large as McCabe Flat Campground, but good swimming can be found a short walk down stream in the late summer.

Facilities in Willow Placer Campground (9 sites total):

8 Walk-in camp sites
1 drive-up group camp site (25 people max)
1 vault toilet 
1 Port-o-let toilet (seasonal near site 1 and 13)
Trash collection cans
Recycling collection cans
Main parking lot
Self-pay Iron Ranger fee system
There are picnic tables, fire grills, and food storage lockers at all camp sites. 
All campsites are within 200 feet of the river
Permits, Fees, and Limitations:

Camp fee is $10/night. America the Beautiful Pass fee is $5.00/night.
Camping is allowed only in designated, numbered camp sites.
Maximum 8 people and two vehicles per site.
Camping is first come, first served. No reservations available.
Pay camp fee within 30 minutes of occupying site. Iron Ranger located near Bulletin Board.
A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full, pay-stub is properly completed and attached to campsite post, and site is occupied by campers (tent up).
No person shall leave any property unattended for more than 24 hours. (43 CFR 8351.2-1 (1))
Fires are allowed ONLY in provided metal fire rings. NO FIRES ON BEACH. (Fire Restriction may apply).
No glass bottles allowed within 1/4 mile of the Merced River. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (i)
Dogs must be on a leash at all times. NO DOGS allowed at McCabe BEACH. 
NO AMPLIFIED MUSIC or unreasonable noise any time.
QUIET TIME AFTER 10:00 pm (no speakers, generators etc.)
No Discharge of Firearms or fireworks 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (a)
No person shall enter a developed campground between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am, unless that person is a registered camper. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (g)
All California Motor Vehicle Laws Apply. (Seat Belts, DUI, etc.). 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (e)
Any person who fails to comply with these written orders may be subject to a fine not to exceed $500 and/or imprisonment not to exceed six months. Federal Register/ Vol. 66 No. 130/ Friday, July 6, 2001/ Notices Pg 35663.

Special Guidelines for Merced River Recreation Area Campgrounds During COVID-19

In order to comply with the Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Campgrounds, the following procedures are put in place:

Be prepared by bringing your own personal hygiene supplies, including soap, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer.
Only one household per camp site (Maximum 8 persons).
Only registered campers in developed campgrounds. McCabe Beach is for registered campers only during COVID-19 restrictions. (First come first served, on-site registration/payment only—no advanced registration).
No group campsites. Site #13 will only allow 8 persons.
Stay home if you are sick.
Please help keep these campgrounds open by adhering to these guidelines. Bureau of Land Management staff will be working hard to meet the new guidelines established to keep visitors and workers safe. Restroom cleaning is scheduled once per day weekdays and twice per day weekends. Visitors should bring all of their own personal hygiene supplies and practice CDC recommended hand washing practices, social distancing, etc. Original Source:Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Businesses during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

WARNING:

No lifeguard on duty. Swimming is dangerous any time of year, but especially during spring and early summer. The Merced River is un-damned and the flow changes dramatically from year to year and season to season. 

SWIMMING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED BELOW 700 CFS.

 River flow is posted on-line at: www.dreamflows.com

Potable water is available across the Briceburg Bridge as you head towards the campground facilities. Look for the faucet near the information kiosk. Bring your own water for camping purposes. Potable water is not available at the campground sites.

PLEASE NOTE:

 Trailers over 18 feet and large RV's are not recommended crossing the suspension bridge. The old Yosemite railroad grade is accessible by vehicles up to the Railroad Flat Campground. Only equestrian, pedestrians, and bicycles are permitted beyond the Railroad Flat Campground. Commercial lodging is available in the town of Mariposa.

Return To: Merced River Recreation Management Area

ADA Access: At least 90% of all campsites are ADA accessible



Willow Placer Campground

At the end of Briceburg River Road and 4.5 miles from the suspension bridge within the BLM, Merced River Recreation Area is the Railroad Flat Campground. Popular with gold prospectors and hikers alike, there is always interesting campfire talk in this campground. It also serves as the trailhead for the BLM, Merced River Trail. The Merced River Trail is a spectacular wildflower walk in spring, has great scenery, fine fishing, and amazing swimming during other times of the year.

Facilities in Railroad Flat Campground (9 sites total):

3 Walk-in camp sites
6 drive-up camp site
1 vault toilet 
2 Port-o-let toilet (seasonal near site 21-23)
Trash collection cans
Recycling collection cans
Main parking lot
Self-pay Iron Ranger fee system
There are picnic tables, fire grills, and food storage lockers at all camp sites. 
All campsites are within 200 feet of the river
Permits, Fees, and Limitations:

Camp fee is $10/night. America the Beautiful Pass fee is $5.00/night.
Camping is allowed only in designated, numbered camp sites.
Maximum 8 people and two vehicles per site.
Camping is first come, first served. No reservations available.
Pay camp fee within 30 minutes of occupying site. Iron Ranger located near Bulletin Board.
A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full, pay-stub is properly completed and attached to campsite post, and site is occupied by campers (tent up).
No person shall leave any property unattended for more than 24 hours. (43 CFR 8351.2-1 (1))
Fires are allowed ONLY in provided metal fire rings. NO FIRES ON BEACH. (Fire Restriction may apply).
No glass bottles allowed within 1/4 mile of the Merced River. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (i)
Dogs must be on a leash at all times. NO DOGS allowed at McCabe BEACH. 
NO AMPLIFIED MUSIC or unreasonable noise any time. 
QUIET TIME AFTER 10:00 pm (no speakers, generators, etc.)
No Discharge of Firearms or fireworks 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (a)
No person shall enter a developed campground between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am, unless that person is a registered camper. 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (g)
All California Motor Vehicle Laws Apply. (Seat Belts, DUI, etc.). 43 CFR 8351.2-1 (e)
Any person who fails to comply with these written orders may be subject to a fine not to exceed $500 and/or imprisonment not to exceed six months. Federal Register/ Vol. 66 No. 130/ Friday, July 6, 2001/ Notices Pg 35663.

Special Guidelines for Merced River Recreation Area Campgrounds During COVID-19

In order to comply with the Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Campgrounds, the following procedures are put in place:

Be prepared by bringing your own personal hygiene supplies, including soap, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer.
Only one household per camp site (Maximum 8 persons).
Only registered campers in developed campgrounds. McCabe Beach is for registered campers only during COVID-19 restrictions. (First come first served, on-site registration/payment only—no advanced registration).
No group campsites. Site #13 will only allow 8 persons.
Stay home if you are sick.
Please help keep these campgrounds open by adhering to these guidelines. Bureau of Land Management staff will be working hard to meet the new guidelines established to keep visitors and workers safe. Restroom cleaning is scheduled once per day weekdays and twice per day weekends. Visitors should bring all of their own personal hygiene supplies and practice CDC recommended hand washing practices, social distancing, etc. Original Source:Mariposa County Interim Guidelines for Businesses during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

WARNING:

No lifeguard on duty. Swimming is dangerous any time of year, but especially during spring and early summer. The Merced River is un-damned and the flow changes dramatically from year to year and season to season. 

SWIMMING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED BELOW 700 CFS.

 River flow is posted on-line at: www.dreamflows.com

Potable water is available across the Briceburg Bridge as you head towards the campground facilities. Look for the faucet near the information kiosk. Bring your own water for camping purposes. Potable water is not available at the campground sites.

PLEASE NOTE:

 Trailers over 18 feet and large RV's are not recommended crossing the suspension bridge. The old Yosemite railroad grade is accessible by vehicles up to the Railroad Flat Campground. Only equestrian, pedestrians, and bicycles are permitted beyond the Railroad Flat Campground. Commercial lodging is available in the town of Mariposa.

Return To: Merced River Recreation Management Area

ADA Access: At least 90% of all campsites are ADA accessible



Railroad Flat Campground

The North Fork Merced River joins the main stem Merced River 7 miles downstream from Briceburg. This is a lovely stream that is perfect for swimming in the early summer when the main Merced is too high. Springtime comes early around here (late February – April) and the wildflowers on the slopes of the North Fork Merced can be spectacular. There is a beautiful cascade about 3/4 of a mile upstream from the confluence that makes a great destination for a cool dip on a hot day.

Although most people explore the North Fork as a day outing, it makes a great short or introductory backpacking adventure. The North Fork Merced is approximately a one-hour (2.5 mile) walk from the Railroad Flat campground along the old Yosemite Valley Railroad Grade (also known as the Merced River Trail). Access is by trail or river only. Bring plenty of water or, better yet, pack a water filter.

Permits, Fees and Limitations:

Campfire permits are required for all fires. Fire restrictions that prohibit all fires go into effect each summer (extract dates unknown). No overnight permit required. Please follow Leave No Trace practices. Pack it in, pack it out. No glass bottles allowed within 1/4 mile of the Merced River. 

PLEASE NOTE:

Trailers over 18 feet and large RV's are not recommended crossing the suspension bridge. The old Yosemite railroad grade is accessible by vehicles up to the Railroad Flat Campground. Only equestrian, pedestrians, and bicycles are permitted beyond the Railroad Flat Campground. Commercial lodging is available in the town of Mariposa.

Return To: Merced River Recreation Management Area

Visit: Briceburg Visitor Center

ADA Access: The North Fork Merced River is not ADA accessible. Access only by rough trail or class IV whitewater boat.



North Fork Primitive Camp

Upper loop has hitching posts for horses. Cedar, Pines, Good Shade.&nbsp; Campsites are on a slope, only a few sites will accommodate tents. Horses welcomed at upper campsites near the hitching posts.&nbsp; Please pack out your trash.



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