El Portal stands as Yosemite National Park's western gateway, where Highway 140 meets the wild Merced River. Camp here to launch into granite domes and waterfalls just minutes away. Our directory lists five RV parks that deliver riverfront spots and full hookups for your adventure base.
El Portal clings to the Merced River's south fork along Highway 140, twelve miles west of Yosemite's Arch Rock Entrance. Golden trout leap in the rapids. Kayakers paddle Big Creek. Hikers trace trails to Foresta's meadows. This census-designated place draws crowds for its rail history at the old Yosemite Valley Railroad depot.
Indian Flat RV Park suits families with WiFi, showers, 50-amp hookups, and a dump station; rates run $52 to $289 nightly. Dirt Flat Campground fits groups who bring pets and need drinking water, at $41 to $43 per night. Dry Gulch mirrors Dirt Flat for pet owners seeking group sites by the river. Indian Flat Campground offers basic tent and RV pads. Yosemite West Cottages provide cozy alternatives for those wanting roofs over rigs.
El Portal serves as the western gateway to Yosemite National Park via Highway 140. The Merced River rushes through town, fueling kayaking and fishing trips. Old railroad relics nod to its logging past, while proximity to granite cliffs pulls hikers year-round. This spot blends wild waters with park access.
Try Indian Flat RV Park, Dirt Flat Campground, Dry Gulch, Indian Flat Campground, and Yosemite West Cottages. All cluster along Highway 140 near the Merced River. Indian Flat RV offers full amenities like WiFi and 50-amp; others provide group sites and pet areas.
Yes, Dirt Flat Campground and Dry Gulch allow pets with group sites and drinking water. Both charge $41 to $43 nightly along the Merced River. Keep leashes handy near wildlife trails leading to Yosemite.
