Name: Porcupine Flat Campground
Item: Porcupine Flat Campground
Rating: 5
Author: percywittaker.1

Porcupine Flat Campground in Yosemite National Park California offers primitive tent and RV (small) camping adjacent to Tioga Road. Tucked off the road a bit this quiet unassuming campground provides campers with a more natural camping experience. Most of the sites are relatively private (notably the further back you go). Porcupine Flat Campground is also a sneaky option for larger RVs who can easily fit in sites 1-3 out in front (do not proceed any further into the campground though as you will get stuck!). Sites 40+ are accessed via a narrow and bumpy road that requires care navigating in anything bigger than a Yugo.

Sites are available on a first come first served basis and generally the campground never fills completely even during peak seasons. Vault toilets are available but no potable water is. Picnic tables, fire rings and food storage boxes are available at each site. A self registration kiosk is located at the entrance.

All of the sites are situated in a heavily forested setting.

No hiking trails depart from this campground the location is better utilized as an overnight camping spot travelling in to or out of Yosemite. Open seasonally the shaded nature and high elevation, 8,100′, make for cool evenings.

Pets - Allows pets to stay. Special rules will likely apply so check with park regarding the pet rules. If you like camping with pets this campground or RV park is an option.

Tents - Provides camping options for tent campers. If you will be sleeping in a tent this location likely has a site to accommodate you.

Back-in - Back-in sites available. Have no fear you can back it in here.

Dogs - Allows pets including dogs. Our information, reviews or photos suggest that dogs are allowed at this park. Be mindful of rules and call ahead for any breed or quantity restrictions.

Public Park - Publicly managed. This campground or RV park is a public park managed by a state, federal, or municipal agency. Generally these types of parks have stricter rules on camping.

Bathrooms - Bathrooms available. If you are looking for a campground or RV park with bathrooms including toilets or restrooms reviews and our data show that this location has you covered.

Dirt - Dirt camping pads. The information, reviews and photos we have reviewed suggest that the campsites are dirt, gravel, rock or some form of material that is not grass or concrete. Dirt sites are not a bad thing just a factual thing. Bring some mats for the dirt.

Video - Video available for viewing. Videos provide a more intimate look at a location to discover if the campground or RV park is right for your next camping trip.

Trees - Trees are situated close to or around the campsites. These trees may be close enough to require care when maneuvering into and out of the camping spot.

Family Friendly - Family friendly. This can include scheduled activities, playgrounds, game rooms or simply a family friendly camping environment. If you are looking for a family friendly RV park or campground this one may fit the bill.

Shade - Provides campsites with shade coverings. Shade can be provided in a number of ways but primarily is caused by a forested setting or trees placed in a manner to block some direct sunlight.

Hiking - Hiking opportunities immediately from the campground or within a very close distance. If you like to hike, explore on foot or even jog/ run this RV park or campground has access to hiking trails.

Pull-In - Pull-in style RV sites. These sites generally are best suited to RV coaches with a windshields. Pull-in can include pull thru sites or sites designed specifically to pull nose in and back out to leave.

Scenic - Offers scenic views of the surrounding area. If you want to camp in a RV park or campground with scenic views this one fits the mold.

Firepits - Our information, reviews or photos suggests has fire pits available for campfires. Fire pits may be available at all sites or select sites.

Walking Trail - Access to a walking trail or walking area. If you want to stretch the legs this location has opportunities to do so.

Wildlife - Wildlife around. Wildlife can be as simple as birds or as complex as bears. Wildlife is around so ask what type and know your surroundings.

Rural - Set in a rural setting. Rural locations allow you to escape the city and explore the countryside.

Primitive - Offering primitive sites. Primitive sites may have varied amenities available but our definition of primitive campsite means it does not have electric, water or sewer hookups available. The majority of tent sites are primitive in nature.

Forest - Within or adjacent to a forested setting. Our information, reviews or photos suggest the park is surrounded by forest. Access to the forest will depend on the location but generally we have flagged these as forest if they are surrounded by trees or national forest lands.

Tourist - Provides facilities for tourists. Generally these campgrounds are located near points of interest or are designed to accommodate novice campers and RV travelers. If you are a tourist this location may be right for you.

.GOV - Managed by a government agency. Usually the Forest Service, a national park, BLM, Corp of Engineer, or the like. This location is a public park.

.RECREATION - Accessible for reservations or more information at recreation.gov. It is a public park.

Destination - Destination in the fullest sense of the word. Our information or reviews suggest that this campground or RV park is a place people go to to stay at... People want to be here. If you are here then post photos and reviews to brag to others!

Mountains - Within a mountainous area. The campground or RV park may be situated on the side of the mountain or their may be mountains around. If you require some elevation variation in your camping destination this park might be a good choice.

Public Parking - Provides public parking. This applies to both public and private parks. If the campground or RV park allows non-guests to park in the location.

Park - Within a public park or park like setting. If you want a park to camp at this RV park and campground may suit your needs.

Seasonal - Open seasonally. Season may vary and services may still be available in the off season by our research and info suggests this campground or RV park is seasonally operated.

Remote - Located in a remote setting. If you want to camp at a location that allows you to get away from everything this campground or RV park is set in a remote setting.

First Come First Served - Campsites available on a first come first served basis. These sites are not reservable and are available for drive up or walk up campers.

National Park - Within or close to a national park. If you want to camp near a national park this RV park or campground is a suitable choice.

Off-road - Situated "off-road". This may require serious off-roading to access or it may just be located down a dirt road. If you don;t mind a little dirt this campground or RV park is an option.

360 VR Tour - Full 360 video tour available for viewing. Like google streetview this exclusive technology allows you to virtually tour the park see each site in a form better than pictures of each site and see for yourself if your RV or tent will fit. Remember to use your mouse or finger to drag the screen to look around.

Desolate - Remote or desolate location far from civilization, people or supplies. Our information or reviews suggest that campers looking to stay in a RV or tent far from things might like this location. At times we also categorize desolate locations as places to research a bit more heavily as to whether it will be the right place for you to camp. Come prepared with your supplies to these desolate spots.

Stream - Adjacent to a stream of water. Streams can provide an extra ambiance to a location with the sound of trickling water.

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We lucked in to an awesome site way back in this small campground. Our truck camper fit and the way the site was setup we were essentially all alone for our night of camping. This “all alone” became a bit scary in the morning while cooking breakfast when a large black bear circled the camp by 100 yards! The vault toilets were clean and in our opinion this is one of the better places to camp in Yosemite.
7 years ago