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Porcupine Flat Campground
Porcupine Flat Campground is a 55-site campground in Yosemite National Park that operates on a reservation system with no first-come, first-served availability.
The campground accommodates tents, vans, pickup campers, RVs, and pop-up trailers across standard and tent-only sites, with one ADA-accessible site available. Reservations can be made in advance, and no permit is required to camp here.
Located off the Tioga Road and open seasonally from late June through mid-October, Porcupine Flat sits in a high-elevation setting roughly 30 minutes west of Tuolumne Meadows Campground. Those planning a visit should note that RVs and trailers may find the narrow roads challenging in this more primitive area.
As part of Yosemite National Park, Porcupine Flat offers an alternative to the valley's more developed options like Lower Pines Campground and North Pines Campground, providing campers seeking a quieter backcountry experience within the park.
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Common Questions
What campers most often want to know about Porcupine Flat Campground.
Do I need a permit to camp at Porcupine Flat Campground?
No permit is required to camp at Porcupine Flat Campground. You will need to make a reservation in advance, as all 55 sites are reserved and there are no first-come, first-served options available.
How do I book a site at Porcupine Flat Campground?
Porcupine Flat Campground is reservable in advance. You should check Recreation.gov or contact Yosemite National Park directly for current availability and reservation procedures.
What types of camping equipment can I bring to Porcupine Flat?
Porcupine Flat accommodates tents, pickup campers, vans, caravans, RVs, and pop-up campers. However, RVs and trailers are not recommended due to narrow roads at this more primitive campground.
Is there an ADA-accessible site at Porcupine Flat Campground?
Yes, Porcupine Flat Campground has 1 ADA-accessible site available. Contact the park or check Recreation.gov when making your reservation if you need to request this site.
When is Porcupine Flat Campground open?
Porcupine Flat Campground typically opens in late June and closes in mid-October. The exact opening date varies depending on seasonal road and facility work, particularly related to the opening of Tioga Road.