Summerdale Campground

Sierra National Forest

Summerdale Campground is located just 1.5 miles from Yosemite National Park, and sits in a scenic wildflower-filled meadow, surrounded by fir, cottonwood and cedar trees. The campground's proximity to Yosemite, the excellent fishing at Big Creek and the cooler summer temperatures make it a very popular destination.

Each campsite has a paved parking spur, picnic table, grill and campfire ring. Vault toilets are available, and water is provided. Camping supplies are available in the nearby community of Fish Camp.

Need to Know

• Maximum vehicle length is 25 feet

• Two pets per site and leashed at all times.

• Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. 

• Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.  

• Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.  

• Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

• Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

• Click here for more information about Sierra National Forest

• Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating; always keep a clean camp and do not feed any wild animals.

Natural Features

The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.

Summerdale is located in the Highway 41 Corridor of the Bass Lake Ranger District, an area known for its giant sequoias. Big Creek, which runs by the campground, is active with the local beaver population.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy making day trips into Yosemite National Park, or taking a ride on the logging train at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad. Nelder Grove is also in the vicinity, offering the opportunity to walk among giant sequoias.

Recreation

Anglers can fish for rainbow trout in Big Creek. A few miles from the campground are opportunities to ride off-road vehicles in the Miami Motorcycle Trails Area or hike the 3.7-mile Lewis Creek National Recreation Trail.

Changes & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Contact Information

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HIGHWAY 41 FISH CAMP CA

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 559-642-3212

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, just past the town of Fish Camp. The campground is on the left side of the highway, 1.5 miles before the entrance to Yosemite National Park.

Available Campsites

• Site FS1-20, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD24, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD17, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD04, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD06, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD18, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD29, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD03, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD05, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD09, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD15, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD25, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 026, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD20, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD13, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site FS1-20N, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD11, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD16, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site FS1-30, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD10, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD21, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD19, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD26, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD27, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD07, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD14, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD28, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 029, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD12, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD23, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD02, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD08, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD30, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site SD22, Loop Summerdale, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop AREA SUMMERDALE CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric

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