We were lucky to get 5 days in a row during 4th of July weekend in 2021 at one of the best sites within North Pines campground. We set up camp at site #515, we had a fire pit, bear locker, picnic table and two tents! Within walking distance is the edge of the Merced river, from there you have views of Yosemite Falls. One of my favorite activities was take a short walk with a floating tube from the campsite to the entrance of the campground and hop into the river float back down and get off near our campsite! Our site also offered a good amount of shade and was a short walk from the restrooms. We were surround amongst the giant granite cliffs. One of the best camping trips with great company. 10/10 would recommend.
We decided to spontaneously go camping just outside of Austin, TX. We needed a spot that was far enough outside city limits so we can lessen the light pollution. It was a great campsite and the set up for taking pictures of the Milky Way was awesome! Very quiet and offered some short and beautiful hiking trails!