These are some of the camping regulations that apply throughout the park. Additional regulations may apply at each campground. Violation of these regulations may result in a fine and/or revocation of your camping permit.
FOOD STORAGE
You must keep your food properly stored from bears 24 hours per day. Find out more about bears and food storage. (Click here for Bears and Food Storage information.
CAMPFIRES
In Yosemite Valley, campfires are permitted only between 5 pm and 10 pm between May 1 and October 1. At other times of the year and in out-of-Valley campgrounds, fires are permitted at any time. Fires must always be attended and put out completely with water when not attended (do not let them smolder). Firewood collection (including pine cones and pine needles) is not permitted in Yosemite Valley; you can purchase firewood at stores near the campgrounds.
SLEEPING IN VEHICLES ONLY PERMITTED IN DESIGNATED CAMPSITES
Camping or sleeping in vehicles is permitted only in designated campsites. Sleeping in vehicles is not permitted anywhere else in Yosemite.
MAXIMUM # of PEOPLE PERMITTED PER CAMPSITE
A maximum of six people (including children) and two vehicles are allowed per campsite. Both vehicles must be parked on the parking pad.
CAMPING TIME LIMIT
There is a 30-day camping limit within Yosemite National Park in a calendar year; however, May 1 – September 15, the camping limit in Yosemite is 14 days, and only seven of those days can be in Yosemite Valley or Wawona.
PETS
Pets are permitted in all campgrounds except Camp 4, Tamarack Flat, Porcupine Flat, and all group campsites. Pets must be on a leash and should not be left unattended. Find out more about pet regulations. See Pet Regulations.
QUIET HOURS
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am; generators may be used sparingly during daylight hours.
WASTE
Camp wastewater must be disposed of in designated utility drains. Sewage must be disposed of at designated dump stations (Yosemite Valley, Wawona, and Tuolumne Meadows).
ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS:
Electrical extension cords may not be connected to campground restroom outlets.
