Best RV Parks & Resorts near El Portal, CA

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Best RV Sites Near El Portal, CA (240)

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    1. Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    23 Reviews
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    199 Saves
    Groveland, California

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging offers some of the best lodging near Yosemite National Park, with many types of cabins, plus yurts and RV and tent sites. While here, enjoy our large swimming pool, volleyball court, deli and Petting Farm! Spend your days at Yosemite and the surrounding Gold Country towns and return to stay with us, where peace and quiet is plentiful! Relax and recharge in a family-friendly setting, ready for your next day’s adventure!

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    2. Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes

    37 Reviews
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    610 Saves
    Eastman Lake, California

    Yosemite Lakes RV Resort is located 80 miles east of Modesto, and just 5 miles west of Yosemite National Park’s Big Oak Flat entrance station. This large, year-round resort offers nearly 400 sites for RV and tent campers along the banks of the South Fork Tuolumne River. RV campers can choose from open, grassy spaces, or shady, wooded spaces with full hookups; tent campers can set up under mostly shady pine woods. Sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire pits, and restrooms and shower facilities are conveniently located throughout the resort. The resort also offers a variety of cottages, cabins, yurts and bunkhouses. Onsite amenities include a country store, laundry room, Wifi and satellite TV service, trash receptacles, gas station, and propane depot. Dogs are permitted. Reservations are recommended, however many tent sites are first-come, first-served. Seasonal campsite rates are $41–$75/night; other accommodations range from $86–$305/night. For campers looking for a little rest and relaxation time outside of the busy national park, the resort offers a variety of amenities and activities. There’s a playground for the kids, and mini golf, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and basketball for kids of all ages. Swimming, floating, fishing, and gold panning can be enjoyed on the South Fork Tuolumne River, which flows right through the resort area. The resort also hosts group activities, movies and weekend events. Nearby activities include swimming, fishing, boating and water skiing on Don Pedro Reservoir and New Melones Lake, as well as touring the old mining towns of Sonora, Angels Camp and Murphys. When it’s time to visit Yosemite National Park: Hetch Hetchy Reservoir is 45 minutes away; Yosemite Valley is 1 hour away; Tuolumne Meadows is 80 minutes away; and Mariposa Grove is 90 minutes away. In the busy summer season, it’s good to allow extra time to get to these destinations, and have patience looking for parking. Yosemite National Park, located in the heart of California’s spectacular Sierra Nevada Mountains, is, justifiably, one of America’s most popular national parks. Visitors flock to Yosemite every summer to marvel at its towering granite walls, domes and pinnacles, as well as its spectacular meadows, waterfalls and wildlife. No trip to Yosemite is complete without taking at least a short walk or hike to soak in the majesty of this glacier-carved landscape, away from the park’s busy roads and villages. Yet, with its limited camping and lodging options, it can be challenging to visit the park during its busy summer season. Fortunately, there are several campgrounds and resorts located just short distances outside of the park that make suitable alternatives to the often congested and overcrowded park facilities, while still allowing easy access to the park’s sights, attractions, and trails.

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    3. Yosemite RV Resort

    11 Reviews
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    177 Saves
    Oakhurst, California

    Spanning 35 breathtaking acres of majestic oaks and manzanitas, cascading waterfalls, rolling hills and a never-ending star-spotted sky, Yosemite RV Resort is an idyllic camping getaway in the valley foothills. Hang here to enjoy the large pool, new playground, and horseshoe pits, then hit the trail, catch a falling star and adventure boldly under the Yosemite Valley sky.

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    4. High Sierra RV Park

    9 Reviews
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    145 Saves
    Oakhurst, California
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    $13 - $50 / night

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    5. Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort

    7 Reviews
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    66 Saves
    Bass Lake, California

    Located in the beautiful Sierra Mountains, Bass Lake at Yosemite offers cabin rentals, tent and RV camping next to the pristine waters of Bass Lake. Enjoy hiking, swimming, fishing, or boating.

    178 full hook-up sites available with cable and wi-fi. Swimming Pool, Shuffle Board, Kids Game Room, Adult Lodge with Relaxing Fireplace and Games, Group Firepit, Cafe and more!

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    6. Outdoorsy Yosemite

    5 Reviews
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    73 Saves
    Bass Lake, California

    Outdoorsy’s Yosemite campground is set in the western foothills of California’s High Sierra on the shores of Bass Lake. The destination is 18 miles from the south entrance to Yosemite National Park and features RV camping, rustic cabins, and luxury tents. Guests will find themselves a few minutes walk from the joys of lake life - boating, swimming, paddle boarding and fishing, or a world of mountain adventures.

    The campground welcomes guests year round to the comforts and refinement of air conditioned luxury glamping tents and pull-through and back-in RV sites (with full hookups) and rustic cabins with fully equipped kitchens. Guest amenities include: WiFi, outdoor pool, cafe, retail store (inc RV supplies), children's playground, community lodge, Cable TV, laundry and shower facilities and gear rentals.

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    $42 - $127 / night

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    7. Mammoth Mountain RV Park & Campground

    16 Reviews
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    219 Saves
    Mammoth Lakes, California

    Mammoth Mountain RV Park offers full and partial hook-up sites, tent camping and cabins in the beautiful alpine town of Mammoth Lakes, CA. Mammoth Mountain offers an impressive 175 different campsites to choose from, including 49 full hook-up sites, 105 partial hook-up sites, 17 tent sites, 2 group tent sites, and 2 cabins. The park is ideally located near sightseeing, fishing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, kayaking, shopping and much more!

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    $35 - $80 / night

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    8. McCabe Flat Campground

    9 Reviews
    76 Photos
    282 Saves
    Midpines, California

    Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. No water in campground. Drinking water available at the Briceburg Bridge. ### 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 $10.00 per site per night. America the Beautiful Pass fee is $5.00/site/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. * 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). * Self-pay system. Iron Ranger located near Bulletin Board. * Pay camp fee within 30 minutes of occupying site. * No dispersed camping within the Merced River corridor. * 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. ### 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. Please wear a life jacket. SWIMMING IS ONLY RECOMMENDED BELOW 700 CFS. 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. ### Helpful Links: * River flow is posted on-line at: www.dreamflows.com * Return To: Merced River Recreation Management Area. * Visit: BLM, Mother Lode Field Office * Recreation Passes: America the Beautiful -- National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass

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        10. Marble Quarry RV Resort

        2 Reviews
        6 Saves
        Columbia, California
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      Recent RV Reviews in El Portal

      1236 Reviews of 240 El Portal Campgrounds


      • William J.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mariposa Fairgrounds
        Dec. 3, 2024

        Mariposa Fairgrounds

        Camping at the fair.

        Full hookups on level gravel pads. We stayed in lot 5 at the back of the fair grounds, and it was quiet at night. The showers were clean, and the wifi was the best campground internet we have experienced. It is 2 miles from town, but there are plenty of restaurants and a market in Mariposa to make the trip worthwhile Make sure you go to the Mine and Mineral museum on the the grounds.

      • KThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site
        Nov. 30, 2024

        Goat Meadow - Dispersed Camp Site

        Ideal

        Quite a large level area, though it was November and not peak season so there were loads of space. We pulled in and there were a couple of trailers with horses and a couple of other vehicles and we parked with loads of space between. When we left early in the morning a handful more of vehicles had joined.

      • Caroline S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Shooting Star Sanctuary and Retreat near Yosemite National Forest
        Nov. 10, 2024

        Shooting Star Sanctuary and Retreat near Yosemite National Forest

        Perfectly Peaceful

        What a gem! We loved our two-night stay surrounded by the animals. While the dirt road/driveway is a bit bumpy, we had no problem with our 23' Airstream -- just go slowly and you'll be fine (there was a 40' Class A there, too, if that says anything). Great host who is truly kind. Quiet, peaceful, and fun...what more do you need?

      • Lauren Hannah G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Glass Creek
        Nov. 7, 2024

        Glass Creek

        Lovely, pretty campground

        Lovely campground. Nice creek sounds and beautiful large trees. Couldn't get a hold of host and sites aren't very private. Otherwise really solid choice for location, amenities (bear lockers were great) and maintenance.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Nov. 1, 2024

        Aspen Campground

        Nice place to stay if camped by the river

        We found a great campsite at the Aspen Grove Campground off of Hwy 120 close to the east entrance of Yosemite. Our campsite had a running waterfall with pine and aspen trees. Each campsite includes a table, fire pit, and bear box. There is no potable water and it only has porta potties. Cell service is poor but we used out Starlink with no issues, which also will not work if your campsite is in the pine trees. We would stay here again.

      • Marian B.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mono Vista RV Park
        Oct. 20, 2024

        Mono Vista RV Park

        Smal and nice campground with full hookups and dump station

        We arrived late in the night, there is a sign with available places on the office entrance. Good restrooms. Dump Station and Hot water shower is free if you pay for Camping. Laundry is available as well. Paid for 1 night with electric and water hookup 52 $. Only Cash.

      • cThe Dyrt PRO User
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        Oct. 18, 2024

        Kamook Staging Camp

        Hidden space close to Yosemite NP

        I was expecting bad conditions because of the previous comments but it was actually a good surprise. It's very close to the entrance of Yosemite, in our case it was very quiet and well isolated. There is no view or wow effect but it's great location and isolated.

      • VThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lundy Canyon Campground
        Oct. 18, 2024

        Lundy Canyon Campground

        Hidden Paradise

        We spent 1 night and was hoping to spend another except for an unexpected rainstorm that brought of course rain and high winds. It is a windy area as it is in a canyon, but it had settled after the sun went down, and we were able to build a beautiful campfire. Our site was very large and it might have been a group site but there was only 1 post on the site. The vault toilet was just across from the campsite. The site was quite private and had a small walkway down to the stream where you could fit maybe 4 or 5 chairs and just enjoy the endless stream. I have T-Mobile and I had absolutely NO service.

      • Tony G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Upper Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park
        Oct. 11, 2024

        Upper Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park

        Easy access to anywhere in the park

        After numerous previous backpacking trips throughout Yosemite's high country, this was my first stay in the valley itself. The site was clean, spacious enough, flat enough, and very convenient to access to everywhere in the valley. We ended up driving up to Tuolumne Meadows in the high country so being able to leave the trailer and all our camping stuff in a safe, relatively crowded and lively campground was was really nice. The site easily accommodated my trailer and Jeep. There were plenty of clean bathrooms, fresh water, fire pits, and spacious site located bear boxes throughout. One thing to note, although it is in one of, if not the most beautiful national parks, I wouldn't call it rugged or even having the illusion of privacy.

      • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from North Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park
        Oct. 11, 2024

        North Pines Campground — Yosemite National Park

        All That...AND a View of Half Dome in Your Backyard!

        How do you snag a reservation in one of the most popular campgrounds in the entire NPS with just a few days notice?  Easy!  Set up a Dyrt Alert with your Dyrt PRO subscription. We did this and turned 1 night in the valley into 10.  Here's to shoulder season camping!  But come prepared as you might need your kayaking gear and your snowshoes on the same trip.

        This is a great campground in valley, with many sites right by the Merced River, a view of Half Dome in the background, and a little forestry action means that you even get some sunshine down through those big pines and can recharge with solar in a few key sites. We were also able to run our Starlink to get some work done. You can walk to many trails, bike to others, and even stroll over to Curry Village for a meal, shower, or an ice cream. 

        What you have in these campsites is very similar throughout this park, paved spot with not a lot of room for big rigs, small area for tents, a spot for your car, picnic table, fire ring, and a food/ cooler/ cooking equipment storage locker.  Seriously y’all, they will ticket your butt for not storing food properly– they do not mess around here in this park with feeding wildlife, either on accident or on purpose. And you will quickly learn why because the ground squirrels do not give a#$%^ about you except that you are a quick source of Cheetos-- and they’ll even climb up your leg to get some.  Don’t even get me started about the Ravens, they are smart and they have a taste for potato chips! Bears make regular visits to these campgrounds, too.  

        The “Comfort Stations” as the NPS calls them means a couple of toilets that flush, a sink with cold running water, and a hand dryer. Bring your own soap.  They can stay on top of cleaning them, but do your part too.  Showers can be purchased at the Yosemite Curry Village area and they are just fine, but there is a high demand for them so plan ahead. 

        Unlike most parks, Yosemite has its own grocery store, gas station, bike rentals, restaurants, visitor’s center, park film theater, gift shop– and if you come at the right time of year, you can see “Shakespeare in the Park’s” live theater. 

        You can bike, hike, paddle, float, climb, sightsee, stargaze, climber stalk, waterfall gawk and walk. But parking is a bitch. So just leave everything at the campsite and hop on the bus to get around the park and the different hiking areas. The buses also have bike racks so you can bike as much as you want, then hop on the bus if you’re not feeling it anymore. 

        There are so many beautiful hikes, but please don’t go to the popular ones in the middle of the day, or maybe do, that way I can enjoy the less popular ones on my own time at my leisure. Understand that the valley is one of the most “touristed” destinations outside of Disney World, and get your head around it, settle in and make nice-nice with all the other folks who have been dying to come. But please don’t feed those squirrels, ravens, or bears! 

        Depending on which way you come into the park, the closest town with reasonable grocery store prices can be up to an hour away. So, it’s worth the price of admission to stock up on your way into the park.

      • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Crags Campground
        Oct. 8, 2024

        Crags Campground

        Hard to Get To...Even Harder to Leave!

        If you ever want to get away from it all, here is where it might be found. This gorgeous and sprawling campground close to the tiny resort hamlet of Twin Lakes is worth the drive.  We came for a night or two and stayed nearly a week.

        With many FCFS campsites along the loop above the river and among Jeffery’s Pine trees and Sierra sagebrush, you can find a quiet space to set up a beautiful camp. The sites are huge and lots of space in between them.  They are designed for any rig size that is set up for off-grid camping, with double sites for small groups.  Almost all of the sites have a wide open sky and lots of sun for good solar gain and strong Starlink, so no need for a generator.

        The river is only a short walk away from any of the campsites, so fishing and cooling off are always an option, and you can start a handful of hikes right from the campground.  The lower lake of the twins is walkable as well, at about 1.25 miles away. 

        The vault toilets were sparkling clean and well-maintained by the camp hosts. Showers were available for purchase at the nearby RV park. The town of Twin Lakes has a small grocery store at the marina with a few things -- a bit better than a convenience store, but not by much.  At the top of the upper lake, there is a small restaurant located at the other RV park.

        There’s lots of water activity opportunities to do in this part of the world, but check the boat regulations as there are speed limitations.  Fishing, paddling, and SUP’s are all great here, but it can get REALLY windy so plan accordingly.

        Hiking is amazing on the many trails which take you to the higher elevations. Wilderness backcountry travel looks delightful, but we only went on day-hikes. Multi-day backpackers can park in the upper lake marina lot for a fee.  With so many trails and OHV trails nearby, this is also a great campground to bring your mountain bike or other toys.

      • AThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Highway 120 Roadside Dispersed Campsite
        Oct. 6, 2024

        Highway 120 Roadside Dispersed Campsite

        Great spot for a nice overnight

        We were exploring Yosemite high country and wanted a place to park and sleep. I passed the place I found on here and before I could turn around, I saw this big area. It is sandy, so be cautious of that when you park. I have a Subaru so it’s not an issue.

      • K
        Camper-submitted photo from Junction Campground
        Sep. 28, 2024

        Junction Campground

        Last Campground bf Yosemite Gate Entrance

        No  reservation campground. I came on a Wednesday the last week of September and took the last site which happened to be the handicap site that become available at 3:00 because it was not yet taken. However, this situation only allows for a one night stay which was fine for me since I just needed a place to crash that night. Had I wanted to stay longer, I could have easily jumped over to other sites that became available in the morning. This campground cleared quickly in the morning and there did not appear to be many multi night guests but rather people needing a place before or after traveling the Tioga Pass.  Arrive early (before 9AM) and you will probably get a site. 

        Some road noise but beautiful big sky at night.

        Pit toilets

        No cellular service

      • K
        Camper-submitted photo from Trumbull Lake
        Sep. 27, 2024

        Trumbull Lake

        Near Virginia Lakes Trailhead

        Lovely and quiet. Plenty of open spots mid week September. The lake sites go fast but 35 and those on the eastern perimeter are very spacious with sunrise views over the cliff. Most of the campers seemed to be into fishing and frequented the lake with poles and even non motorized watercrafts. The trail head to Virginia Lakes is just off the west side of the camp with ample fishing as well. 

        Pit toilets

        Portable water

        No cellular service

      • Be L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Diamond Gulch
        Sep. 27, 2024

        Diamond Gulch

        perfect

        Was a wonderful experience! The host was super helpful even at night when we didn’t find our designated spot (even though it had super obvious signs - our fault) Super lovely host and a beautiful ranch. A lot of fireplaces with wood. Can only recommend lighting up a little campfire and stargazing at night! Bring some marshmallows with you !

      • Miles L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Evergreen Rd Dispersed camping
        Sep. 25, 2024

        Evergreen Rd Dispersed camping

        A few spots scattered along the road

        Nothing fancy or too expansive, but a handful of spots on either side of the road. Certainly easier to settle in before it’s dark.

      • Raymond V.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Outdoorsy Yosemite
        Sep. 25, 2024

        Outdoorsy Yosemite

        Good place to stay near Yosemite and Sierra National forest

        Nice clean park with clean toilets and showers. Great pool as well. We had a Great spot in september and its close to Yosemite.

      • Mouni The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Mono Lake South Dispersed
        Sep. 23, 2024

        Mono Lake South Dispersed

        Amazing Spot

        This was an amazing find, there’s only maybe 1 spot that wouldn’t require AWD it gets to be somewhat deep sandy/gravely roads after that. But otherwise, close to the lake, beautiful, and peaceful.

        I have ATT and had plenty of service here.

      • Mouni The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Kamook Staging Camp
        Sep. 23, 2024

        Kamook Staging Camp

        Not ideal

        This is more of an ATV spot, I arrived on a Sunday evening and the ATV people were set up and essentially taking up most of the spots meant for camping. They were using the many many trails meant for ATVs before I arrived and, when I parked a decent distance away from where they were set up, they opted to ride circles around my RV throwing dust everywhere and revving their engines (likely an attempt to run me off). The open space at the top of the hill where the restrooms are is meant for camping, I would NOT ADVISE taking any of the other roads as they are steep, uneven, and you will struggle to turn around.

        There’s one spot at the entrance good for camping (away from most of the ATV action) but it is taken up by a permanent boondocker.

      • Delilah W.
        Camper-submitted photo from Fleming Meadows Don Pedro Recreation Area
        Sep. 23, 2024

        Fleming Meadows Don Pedro Recreation Area

        Lake is beautiful. Campground extremely noisy

        Our neighbors in A119 talked, played loud music, whooped and laughed loudly until at least 3 am. At about 11 pm, we requested that please keep the noise down and reminded them of the quiet after 10 pm park rule. They said that the rule only applied to loud music and proceeded to make rude comments and told us to call the ranger. No one answered the phone. We called the local police: no noise ordinance in the county. Our neighbors proceeded to increase the volume of their talking, laughing and started hooting (making animal noises) as well. My husband asked them again at about 12 am to please be quiet and they got even louder after that. We moved to a different site and were still able to hear them but the noise level dropped to a more moderate level. We reported them to the ranger the next day but did not get a satisfactory response. There were at least 20 people at that site. The ranger said that 8 people was the limit. Without enforcement, number limits or quiet time rules are meaningless.

      • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging
        Sep. 20, 2024

        Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

        Going downhill ?

        It wasn’t as nice as the photos depicted. Water shortage? The grasses were long and dried up, there appears to have been a wooden bridge as a shortcut to the pool/restroom/laundry room/Deli, but no longer. The restrooms were barely tolerable and the woman’s had a bad odor. There’s a dishwashing station that is no longer serviceable, just a stainless sink set in a covered table with no water or even plumbing to include drains. You have to pay for WiFi and sometimes the signal drops. For the cost of the campground the WiFi should be free! Lesser known campgrounds even have free WiFi. There are Conestoga Wagons, Cabins and Yurts. None were occupied. Reason?

      • Noel L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Elks RV park
        Sep. 18, 2024

        Elks RV park

        Lost in Almond country

        Level gravel lots. In the middle of an orchard. Friendly and courteous hosts. Bathrooms, showers, laundry room, dumpsite. Quiet place. Easy in and out for overnight. Elks members discount.

      • Noel L.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mono Vista RV Park
        Sep. 17, 2024

        Mono Vista RV Park

        Okay for a pinch

        Stayed one night on the way to Yosemite. Nasty snow rainy day. Restrooms and showers clean. Laundry good. Park needs some TLC. Unlevel sites. Cable had terrible connection. Wifi very weak.

      • E
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Edison
        Sep. 8, 2024

        Camp Edison

        Beautiful Family Friendly Campground

        Amazing weather and amazing views. Short walk to the lake from our campsite (#129)


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      Guide to El Portal

      El Portal, California, offers a fantastic selection of RV camping options for those looking to explore the stunning landscapes of Yosemite National Park.

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      Big rigs should check out these parks

      • Yosemite RV Resort is big rig friendly, offering spacious sites with full hookups and easy access to local attractions.
      • High Sierra RV Park provides ample room for larger RVs and features clean facilities, making it a solid choice for those traveling with big rigs.
      • Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort accommodates larger vehicles and offers a family-friendly atmosphere with various amenities.

      Most parks have electrical/sewer hookups

      • Yosemite Westlake Campground & RV Park features full hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay for RV travelers.
      • Yosemite Ridge offers essential amenities like sewer hookups and electric connections, making it convenient for longer stays.
      • Eagle Point provides electrical hookups and a peaceful environment, perfect for those looking to unwind after a day of exploring.

      Frequently Asked Questions

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        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near El Portal, CA is Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging with a 3.9-star rating from 23 reviews.

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