Wawona Campground
Southern Yosemite haven along the South Fork Merced River, close to Mariposa Grove giant sequoias.
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Booking Difficulty & Cancellation Patterns
Releases on the 15th of each month at 7:00 AM PT for 5 months out.
Heavy cancellation volume 48–72 hours prior.
Loop A sites sit closest to the South Fork Merced River. Ideal basecamp for visiting the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias (10 mins away).
Plan B Strategy: Nearby Legal Backup Spots
If all Recreation.gov sites are booked and your sniper alert hasn't caught an opening yet, here are verified legal alternatives nearby:
Sierra National Forest (Chowchilla Mtn Rd)
Free dispersed camping along Chowchilla Mountain Road and Miami Mountain, 15 minutes from Wawona.
Summerdale Campground
Sierra National Forest campground located 1.5 miles south of the park's south entrance on Hwy 41.
Campground Regulations & Rules
Permitted on parking pad.
Mandatory metal lockers provided.
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wawona Campground close to the Giant Sequoias? ▾
Yes, Wawona is only 10 minutes from the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, making it the most convenient park campground for sequoia hikes.