Aspen trees for miles…read more I always make a point to stop here just to witness the Aspens changing color, a breathtaking transformation that typically peaks in late October. It's absolutely worth the short detour. Located approximately 20 mins from Yosemite's entrance at Tioga Pass. These golden groves are located just before the entrance to the campground. While I'm not much of a camper myself, I did stroll through the site to get a feel for it just incase I ever change and become a camper. It's serene, quiet, and beautifully nestled alongside Lee Vining Creek. The area is shaded by trees and offers amenities like restrooms and picnic tables. If camping is your thing, I recommend checking out their website for more details. Even if you're not into camping, catching the Aspens in their autumn glory should be on your list if you're in the area between late October and early November.

I'm very hesitant to review this campground, because we wanted to keep this special Eastern Sierra…read moreNevada hideaway all to ourselves. We arrived on a Friday afternoon without a reservation, and began to mildly panic one we learned most of the sites had already been taken. Luckily we came across some super friendly Aspen Campground regulars, who invited us to share their double site which just happened to be situated in a prime spot right next to the beautifully bustling river - SCORE! The Big draw to Aspen is hands down the fishing. It just so happened that right before we arrived the local hatchery dropped a load of fresh trouts, ready to be hooked! This was my first time fishing, and I was able to catch (and Cook) my very first fish! If you like to fish and you like to camp, going to Aspen is a no brainer. The trees are also large and plentiful, so if you come, don't forget to pack your hammock!

The campground seems well kept, glad we found an available site day of. Not many people tent…read morecampers, most sites booked were for rv camping. Our site was a short walk to the lake but there were several sites directly in front of lake access. The lake is beautiful and enclosed, with a beautiful mountain as a backdrop. Looking forward to our next adventure here.

Beautiful RV camping. Excellent fishing great staff. Beautifully surrounded and the staff…read morewonderful. Clean crisp and clear

Best Campsite on OH Ridge Campground - Site #6!…read more We toured the whole campground, and hands down Campsite #6 is the winner. This site is for tents and not trailers/RV, so yay for us ground campers/RTTs! It's got the perfect front-row view, tucked away just enough to feel private and peaceful, with none of the noise or crowding you get at other spots. If you're lucky enough to snag #6, you won't regret it! *I forgot to mention the restroom, it is quite a long way down to the restroom but we brought our own potty so didn't pay much attention to it. If #6 is already taken, the next best options are sites #7, #8, and #9. They're still good choices, but be aware that the separation is only a couple of bushes--so you'll definitely be sharing a bit of "neighbor visibility." Still nice, but nothing beats the serenity and seclusion of #6. Highly recommend this place, and especially that site!

Really beautiful place, getting a campsite with a clear lake view is really clutch as well. The…read morestaff seemed like they were longstanding employees who loved the place. The people running the kayak rentals were understanding and fun. The lake itself is beautiful and spring fed, the water is clean and fun. It can get cold from wind, so if you're swimming be careful of hypothermia when you get out. The bathrooms were ok. Make sure to go into town and support local businesses or kayak across to the other resorts on the lake!

First off, the cleanest vault toilets I've ever seen. The campground is beautiful, and at 10K feet,…read moreis one of the highest you'll find in California. The trails into the wilderness are amazing, just take your time to get acclimated to the elevation. We rolled in on a Thursday evening and were lucky to snag the last open site. Only downside to the campground is that you have to pitch your tent on the camping pad, which is kind of small. Wouldn't recommend if you're with a group with multiple tents. Also, $40 per night to camp if you have two cars.

Such a beautiful campground! We were able to get a spot in a Friday afternoon in August, last one…read morebut it was nice. Lots of shade too! And the camp hosts keep the toilets SO CLEAN! And I'm not sure how they did it but they smelled like flowers!

My first time in Yosemite, that I can remember anyway, we decided to just wing it and hope to get a…read morespot at one of the campgrounds that offers 'first come first serve' option. We arrived in late June...and had a hunch that somewhere along the less busy 120 which heads up north of the Yosemite Valley would be the most likely spot for an open campsite. Up up up we went, winding our way along Tioga Road past stunning glacier carved scenery. Both Tamarack and White wolf had "full" signs, but finally after a 55ish mile drive we arrived at Tuolumne Meadows 9000ish feet up. The campground itself is just east of the Tuolumne meadows store, gas station and visitor center and on the Southernish slopes of the meadows themselves. We got there at 7:30am and there was already a line forming for the open campsites. (The office is open 8-5) In line I learned that The Pacific Crest Trail passes right through here, and June is generally when all the hikers make it to Yosemite after starting out in Mexico in April. Everyone hanging around the site were definitely of the younger and more rugged variety. Also I became aware that June is mosquito season. We got campsite G14...and let me tell you, I absolutely loved it. It is a bit of a walk to the restroom, but whatever you're camping. The point is this site is very very secluded. You can hardly see or hear your neighbors, there is ample space in between. I mean of course your campsite might be the first a bear would visit, but that's why each site has its own bear locker for all your food and toiletries to hide. I recommend bringing an umbrella to provide shade for your locker, because it can literally turn into an oven. I have to say, in retrospect I'm really glad we stayed in Tuolumne meadows, because it was far less touristy then the Yosemite Valley. Yes in June it is infested with mosquitoes, but I'd rather deal with them then loud obnoxious tourists traffic. The nearby Tuolumne meadows store and grill sell everything you might have forgotten and the prices are generally reasonable too. You can walk right down to the meadows from the campground, or head out on any of the wonderful hiking trails that start right there in the meadows. I really recommend Tuolumne if you're looking for a cooler (temperature wise) less touristy place to stay in Yosemite. Just keep in mind the Yosemite Valley is quite a driving trek. After my whole trip finished, I would have to recommend Yosemite in Early Spring or Late Fall, never in summer. Tuomlumne is only open in Summer generally, so definitely call ahead to make sure where ever you are going in the park is open, no matter what time of year it is.

We love to visit Tuolumne Meadows. We try to get back there every year. I have to say the biggest…read moremistake I see parents making is camping in below 30 degree weather with toddlers. Parents, keep in mind Tuolumne Meadows is High Sierra camping. Even we adults need a day to acclimate. Little kids and babies have an every tougher time because they don't know why they feel weird and out of breath and it's so cold. Time and again we see them toddling during the day, only to be disoriented, screaming and crying in the middle of the night. Not fun for the rest of us. Tuolumne is a wonderful place to escape from the onslaught of the Valley population. Don't come here with dogs, babies and toddlers and huge RVs with generators and expect this to remain a quaint place where people can attempt to escape from the more worldly and impacting human experience. Keep Yosemite Wild!