Primitive sites have no hookups and often no water, just a cleared spot, a fire ring, and quiet. They are the closest thing to dispersed camping with a designated site, and they suit small rigs, vans, and tents best.

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Primitive & Backcountry Camping near Yosemite Valley, California

Doc Moyle's Camp

Glen Aulin High Sierra Camp

Little Yosemite Valley Campground

Lower Jackass Lake Campground

May Lake High Sierra Camp

Merced Lake Backpacker Camp

Merced Lake High Sierra Camp

Sunrise High Sierra Camp

Upper Jackass Lake Campground

Vogelsang Backpacker Camp

Vogelsang High Sierra Camp

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