Housekeeping Camp - Yosemite National Park
Offering basic, open-air concrete structures along the Merced River in Yosemite Valley, Housekeeping Camp is ideal for those seeking a rustic, self-catering experience. Its direct river access and natural setting make it a prime spot for observing mule deer, various waterfowl, and other riparian wildlife.
- Location
- Yosemite National Park, California Sierra & Deserts, United States, North America
- Type
- budget_camp
- Coordinates
- 37.745000, -119.585000
- Price range
- budget
- Best season
- April to October
- Website
- https://www.travelyosemite.com/lodging/housekeeping-camp/
- Activities
- budget_camp
- Capacity
- 1596 guests
- Rooms
- 266
- Child-friendly
- Yes
- Tank Filling
- budget
PlnrScore: 33/100
Sustainability
Strong emphasis on bear-human conflict mitigation through mandatory bear-proof food storage lockers and strict food storage policies. Encourages purchasing local firewood to prevent invasive species. Promotes a 'digital detox'.
Best Time to Visit Housekeeping Camp
The best months to visit Housekeeping Camp are June, July, August, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Poor, temperature -5.64°C, rainfall 175.6mm, sunshine 7.6 hrs, humidity 63.4%
- February: Good, temperature -5.55°C, rainfall 116.9mm, sunshine 8.7 hrs, humidity 61.8%
- March: Poor, temperature -5.31°C, rainfall 200.9mm, sunshine 8.8 hrs, humidity 68.7%
- April: Good, temperature -0.9°C, rainfall 68.4mm, sunshine 11.4 hrs, humidity 64.6%
- May: Good, temperature 3.13°C, rainfall 40mm, sunshine 13.1 hrs, humidity 64%
- June: Great, temperature 10.31°C, rainfall 26.7mm, sunshine 13.5 hrs, humidity 52.4%
- July: Great, temperature 15.71°C, rainfall 18.1mm, sunshine 13.7 hrs, humidity 41.1%
- August: Great, temperature 14.18°C, rainfall 26.8mm, sunshine 12.9 hrs, humidity 43.9%
- September: Great, temperature 11.13°C, rainfall 19.4mm, sunshine 11.7 hrs, humidity 46%
- October: Great, temperature 5.86°C, rainfall 41.3mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 46%
- November: Good, temperature -2.53°C, rainfall 85mm, sunshine 8.5 hrs, humidity 56%
- December: Poor, temperature -4.63°C, rainfall 230.1mm, sunshine 6.8 hrs, humidity 62.4%
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