Why is it so hard to get a campsite in Yosemite?

It is difficult to get a campsite in Yosemite National Park due to its popularity and limited capacity. Yosemite is one of the most visited national parks in the United States, attracting millions of visitors each year. The park has a limited number of campsites, and many of them are only open seasonally. As a result, demand often exceeds supply, especially during peak travel seasons like summer and holidays. To secure a campsite, it is recommended to make reservations well in advance.

To skip the craze (and early wake-up call), try getting a Yosemite campsite reservation by setting up a free Hipcamp alert for any Yosemite campground, such as Upper Pines or Lower Pines. We'll monitor campground availability, and you'll get instantly notified of any openings that come up for your dates so you can jump on it to reserve the newly open site. Set up an alert.