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Housekeeping Campground

Housekeeping Camp is a unique riverside campground in Yosemite Valley featuring 266 three-sided concrete units with canvas roofs located directly along the Merced River, offering sandy beach access and on-site amenities including a camp store, laundry facilities, and shower house.

The camp operates seasonally (mid-April to early October) and is the only accommodation in Yosemite where outdoor cooking is permitted via individual campfire rings with grills.

Units accommodate up to six guests and include electrical outlets and basic furnishings, making it ideal for visitors seeking a camping experience with modest comforts near the river.


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