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Camp 4
Camp 4 is a campground run by the National Park Service in Yosemite National Park, California[4]. Recreation.gov lists 62 tent-only campsites, and NPS lists the fee as $10 per night per person[1][2].
What to expect
The campground stays open year round and takes tents only, with up to 6 people sharing each site[5]. NPS says reservations are required from April 15 to November 29 in 2026 and are available one week before arrival[6]. NPS says that for part of the year, half of the campground is first-come, first-served and campers self-register when they arrive[6][5]. Recreation.gov lists 0 sites that accept an RV or trailer[7]. NPS lists flush toilets, drinking water and food storage lockers year round, and no showers[8]. Check-in and check-out are both at 12:00 PM on Recreation.gov[9][10].
Campsite details
From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Campsites[1] | 62 |
| Site types[1] | 62 tent only nonelectric |
| Sites (NPS count)[11] | 61, 61 reservable, 0 first come, first served |
| Reservations[3] | Yes, on Recreation.gov |
| Equipment[7] | RV or trailer at 0 sites, tent at 62 sites |
| Campfires[12] | Allowed at all listed sites |
| Check-in[9] | 12:00 PM |
| Check-out[10] | 12:00 PM |
| People per site[13] | 6 |
Camping fees
Nightly fees listed by the National Park Service. Fees can change by season.
| Site or fee | Per night |
|---|---|
| Camping Fee[2] | $10 |
Amenities
Before you go
- Fees can change. Recreation.gov lists the fee as $10 per person, per night[14].
- Reservations on Recreation.gov have a no-show rule, so check the full policy there before you go[14].
- NPS says pets are not permitted[15].
- NPS says to store food properly because of bears, and food lockers are listed[15][8].
- Check the official NPS and Recreation.gov pages for current rules.
Questions people ask
- How much does Camp 4 cost?
- NPS lists the camping fee as $10 per night, charged per person[2]. Fees can change, so check Recreation.gov[14].
- Can you reserve Camp 4?
- Yes, Camp 4 can be reserved on Recreation.gov[3]. NPS says reservations are required from April 15 to November 29 in 2026[6].
- Can I bring an RV to Camp 4?
- Recreation.gov lists 0 sites that accept an RV or trailer and 62 that accept a tent[7].
- Are campfires allowed at Camp 4?
- Recreation.gov lists campfires as allowed at all 61 campsites with this detail[12]. NPS says from May through September, wood campfires in Yosemite Valley are allowed only between 5 pm and 10 pm[15].
- Are dogs allowed at Camp 4?
- NPS lists pets as not permitted at this campground[15].
Facts and sources
- Recreation.gov lists 62 overnight campsites at Camp 4: 62 tent only nonelectric. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Camping fee, Camping Fee: $10 per night. National Park Service
- Camp 4 can be reserved on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Camp 4 is a campground managed by the National Park Service in Yosemite National Park, California. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Season and hours (NPS): Camp 4 is open all year for tents only. Sites are shared, with up to 6 people per site. Reservations are required from mid-April through October (available one week in advance). From November to mid-April, half of the campground is... National Park Service
- Reservation note from NPS: Camp 4 is open all year. Sites are shared, with up to 6 people per site. In 2026, from April 15 to November 29, reservations are required and available one week in advance of your arrival date. Up to six people can be registered... National Park Service
- Permitted equipment at Camp 4: 0 sites accept an RV or trailer and 62 accept a tent. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Amenities at Camp 4 listed by NPS: toilets: Flush Toilets - year round; showers: None; drinking water: Yes - year round; dump station: No; cell reception: Yes - year round; camp store: No; firewood for sale: No; food storage lockers: Yes - year round;... National Park Service
- Check-in time at Camp 4 on Recreation.gov: 12:00 PM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Check-out time at Camp 4 on Recreation.gov: 12:00 PM. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- NPS lists 61 sites at Camp 4: 61 reservable and 0 first come, first served. National Park Service
- Campfires allowed per Recreation.gov site details at Camp 4: yes at all 61 campsites with this detail listed. Fire restrictions can apply at any time. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Maximum people per campsite at Camp 4: 6 at most sites (range 6 to 6). Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- Fee information on Recreation.gov: Recreation Fee: $10.00 per person, per night. No Show Policy: Reservation holders have until 8:30 a.m. the day following their arrival date to check-in or their camping reservation will become void. Campers should call... Recreation.gov (RIDB)
- NPS campground rules for Camp 4. National Park Service
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