Indian Flat RV Park

Along Highway 140 just outside the entrance to Yosemite National Park, Indian Flat RV Park sits adjacent to Cedar Lodge in El Portal. The campground accommodates RVs up to 35 feet with full hookups and offers both drive-in and walk-in sites. Reviewers note the proximity to the main road, though traffic typically quiets down overnight.

The park operates year-round with varying amenities depending on season. During peak months, campers have access to both indoor and outdoor pools at the neighboring lodge, while winter visitors can use the heated indoor pool and hot tub. Jean L. notes that "pools are open from 8am to 10pm" and describes the lodge complex as including "a fitness center, pool, rec room with table tennis and billiard tables." The lodge also houses restaurants, a bar, and a gift shop with groceries.

Sites include fire pits and picnic tables, though some reviewers mention needing to request tables from the helpful front desk staff. The campground provides four unisex bathrooms and shower facilities, with reviewers reporting good water pressure when hot water is available. WiFi costs around $10 per day through a third-party provider. Cell service is limited in the area, making the paid internet option valuable for staying connected.

The location serves as a convenient base for Yosemite visits, with the YART shuttle stopping at the adjacent lodge. The School for Y. found the shuttle service particularly useful, noting it was "$20 for a family of four (round trip), and that included admission to the park." For those exploring beyond this immediate area, campgrounds near Yosemite National Park offer additional options.

Book ahead during peak season, as availability can be limited despite the campground's year-round operation.

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Location

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Indian Flat RV Park is located in California

Detail location of campground

Address

9988 Highway 140
El Portal, CA 95318

Coordinates

37.6611398 N
119.84990082 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin
  • Yurts

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Campers regularly cited the excellent Yosemite proximity and helpful staff as major advantages, plus pool access next door. Sites run small but most find good value for the location despite tight spacing.

Reviewed Dec. 27, 2025

More than just an RV park

This park is located along the 140 right before El Portal. It is part of a larger complex that includes a lodge with access to all amenities (fitness center, pool, rec room with table tennis and billiard tables) as well as a shop (both gift and groceries). Visitors can stay until 10pm, campground office (with very helpful and pleasant staff) closes at 9pm and the lodge lobby/shop at 11pm. Pools are open from 8am to 10pm. In winter only the indoor pool is accessible (a pool and a jacuzzi) but in hot season, there are also multiple outdoors options.

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Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by Jean L., December 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by Jean L., December 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by Jean L., December 27, 2025
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Reviewed Nov. 28, 2025

2 Night Stay

Honestly an amazing place to stay, coming in November most camps are either closed or have reduced amenities but this place was still at full capacity. Hot showers, a bar, shop, WiFi and swimming pool all available. It’s also really easy to get too and only 30 minutes away from Yosemite .

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Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by Samantha L., November 28, 2025
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Reviewed Oct. 13, 2025

Great site

If Traveling with kids make use of their fire pit and roast marshmallows

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Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Apr. 23, 2025

Nice place

Very good facilities and it’s managed by the nearby lodge. So you can also use their pool and all other facilities.

Month of VisitApril
Reviewed Apr. 17, 2025

Very friendly !!!

We came very late. Around 8 pm and had no reservation. The lady was very friendly and welcoming. She offerd us different spots for our rv. It’s not the cheapest place BUT you are so close to Yosemite that it makes sense.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by Mara C., April 17, 2025
Reviewed Mar. 31, 2025

Great campsite

Good selection of sites, for RV's tents etc. cheap, fire pits, clean toilets and showers, level sites, free use of neighboring property's swimming pool, friendly staff, and a really quick drive into Yosemite Valley. Would recommend.

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Month of VisitFebruary
Reviewed Jan. 7, 2023

Close to Hwy 140 park entrance

After November 1st, the office is closed and the RV park is on autopilot. There is no hot water in the bathrooms, which are not maintained. Site #125 had a faulty ground, so we used power from site #124. We basically were the last to leave on December 1st, closing day. The lodge next door has great wifi, a gift shop and a lobby with hot drinks. Location is very good for access to Yosemite.

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Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Dec. 25, 2022

Pleasent RV park on the way to Yosemite Valley

We stayed here in winter either side of 2 nights in Yosemite. In winter check-in/drive up bookings are in the lodge reception in the main village which is great as they're open all through the night. Power was good, showers were okay - hot but lacked pressure. Wifi is provided by a third party but was reasonably priced for an overnight stop.

Month of VisitDecember
Reviewed Sep. 30, 2022

Close to park has pool

Nice little campground. Sites are tight. Outdoor showers. Nice bathrooms. Pool at lodge next door that you can use. Camp store.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2021

Close to Yosemite

We stayed here so we could shuttle to Yosemite. The lodge next door is a pick up spot for shuttles into the park. They have a bar/restaurant and a store which is convenient. The park was nice & shaded, with fire pits at each site. We enjoyed our stay- it was quiet being the off-season. The showers did not have hot water this time of year. You pay for WiFi per day, which was around $10/day.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by mitch , September 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by mitch , September 21, 2021
Reviewed Jun. 23, 2021

Close to Yosemite

Very close to park entrance. Tent sites are small and gravel. However the hosts are friendly, there are showers, clean bathrooms, good wifi, and you can use the resort pool. Great place to relax after a long day of hiking in Yosemite.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by James W., June 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Indian Flat RV Park by James W., June 23, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 4, 2021

At the door of Yosemite

The campground is in a great spot. Ten minutes from Yosemite. The staff (one person) was very nice. We did try to call and email ahead of time with no response but they had plenty of room for us in March when we pulled up. The campground is right on the road but the traffic quieted down by night and we were in the park all day so it didn't bother us. We have a 20' trailer and fit fine, but no one was in the site behind us. It might have been a tight fit if there were.

Reviewed Jun. 24, 2019

Friendly place

Check in was quick, front desk clerk was very nice and helpful. Our campsite was a bit small but we managed with our pop up tent trailer. We had electric hook up Our camp site didn’t have a picnic table, but the front desk clerk was very helpful and quickly brought us a picnic table. After a long day of hiking in Yosemite it was nice to relax at the pool next door. We will definitely come back in the future.

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Reviewed Mar. 28, 2019

Easy Gateway to Yosemite

This campground is a 45 minute bus ride from Yosemite Village. I sent an email the day before to check availability but didn’t get a response. I called the day-of and was excited to find they had a space with hookups, despite it being spring break week. Maybe the predictions for snow in Yosemite kept the crowds away? There were three amenities at this campground that were a pleasant surprise:

  1. The YART bus (that shuttles you into the park) stops at the hotel next door. It doesn’t run frequently, and we had to catch it really early (7 am), but it was $20 for a family of four (round trip), and that included admission to the park. It was so easy to leave the RV parked, not worry about driving in and parking, having no concern about snow/chains/etc.

  2. The Cedar Lodge next door has an indoor and outdoor pool available for the RV campers to use. The outdoor pool was closed for the season, but the indoor pool was heated to at least 100 degrees so it made our morning swimming delightful.

  3. The Cedar Lodge next door also has two restaurants, a bar/casual type and one slightly fancier. We ate at the casual one and it wasn’t great, but it was nice to have someone else make dinner after a long day in the park.

The folks checking us in the office were very nice and helpful. The campground has four unisex bathrooms that weren’t fancy, but functioned. There were a handful of shower stalls as well. The one I used had amazing water pressure and plenty of hot water.

We were worried about the proximity to the road, but there were almost no cars on the road for most of the night. There is no cell service in the area. The campground does offer 24 hours of WiFi for $9.99. We didn’t purchase, so I’m not sure how strong/fast the signal was.

Overall, we had a great stay!

Frequently Asked Questions

What do reviews say about Indian Flat RV Park & Campground?

Indian Flat RV Park & Campground receives consistently positive feedback for its convenient location near Yosemite. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff who are quick to assist with needs like providing picnic tables. The campground offers a quiet atmosphere, especially during off-season periods. While the sites are described as somewhat small and close together, the overall cleanliness of facilities and access to amenities like showers, clean bathrooms, and WiFi make it a popular choice. Many guests mention the added benefit of using facilities at the adjacent lodge.

What facilities are available at Indian Flat RV Park near Yosemite?

Indian Flat RV Park offers a variety of facilities including electric hookups for RVs, fire pits at each site, clean bathrooms, and outdoor showers. Campers have access to WiFi provided by a third-party service. The campground is associated with the adjacent Cedar Lodge, allowing guests to use additional amenities such as a swimming pool, arcade, and ping pong tables. There's also a camp store for supplies, and the nearby lodge features a bar/restaurant for dining options. Both tent and RV sites are available, with BBQ facilities and picnic tables provided.

Are there photos available of Indian Flat RV Park?

Yes, photos of Indian Flat RV Park are available online. The campground features shaded sites with fire pits, outdoor shower facilities, and access to a swimming pool at the adjacent lodge. To view current images of the campsites, bathrooms, and surrounding area, check the campground's official website or popular camping platforms like The Dyrt. These visual resources can help you get a better sense of the site layout, amenities, and overall camping environment before your visit.

How close is Indian Flat RV Park to Yosemite National Park?

Indian Flat RV Park is exceptionally convenient for Yosemite visitors, located just 10 minutes from the park entrance. The park is approximately 45 minutes by bus to Yosemite Village. The adjacent Cedar Lodge serves as a pickup location for shuttles into the park, making transportation easy for campers who prefer not to drive. This prime location allows campers to reach Yosemite Valley quickly after a night's rest, maximizing time for exploration and activities within the national park.