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Wishon Bass Lake

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🏕️ CampgroundYosemite AreaCalifornia⭐ 4.1 (205)
Wishon Bass Lake
🟢 6 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27
4 of the last 69 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 7h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Wishon Bass Lake in California has 6 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 24–Thu Aug 27. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Aug 24 – Thu Aug 273 nightsbook these dates →👥 8 in a row, WISHON BASS LAKE #018–WISHON BASS LAKE #025 next to each othersites #001, #003, #005, #006, #007, #008, #010, #011, #012, #013, #014, #018, #019, #020, #021, #022, #023, #024, #025, #027, #028, #029, #030, #032, #033, #034, #035, #036, #037, #040, #041, #043, #044, #045, #046
Tue Aug 25 – Fri Aug 283 nightsbook these dates →sites #042
Wed Aug 26 – Fri Aug 282 nightsbook these dates →sites #009, #047
Fri Sep 11 – Sun Sep 132 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 12 in a row, WISHON BASS LAKE #036–WISHON BASS LAKE #047 next to each othersites #006, #007, #012, #013, #014, #018, #019, #022, #024, #025, #026, #027, #028, #029, #030, #031, #036, #037, #038, #039, #040, #041, #042, #043, #044, #045, #046, #047
Sun Aug 30 – Wed Sep 23 nightsbook these dates →👥 WISHON BASS LAKE #038 & WISHON BASS LAKE #039 next to each othersites #004, #026, #031, #038, #039
Tue Sep 1 – Fri Sep 43 nightsbook these dates →sites #002

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #001 — Tent site, picnic table, fire ring. No shade, Lake View.
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #001 · Tent site, picnic table, fire ring. No shade, Lake View.Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #001 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #001 · Wishon PointCLM Services
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #003 — A photo of Site 003 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #003 · A photo of Site 003 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #003 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #003 · Wishon PointCLM Services
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #005 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #005 · Wishon PointCLM Services
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #005 — A photo of Site 005 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #005 · A photo of Site 005 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #006 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #006 · Wishon PointCLM Services
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #006 — A photo of Site 006 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #006 · A photo of Site 006 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #007 — A photo of Site 007 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #007 · A photo of Site 007 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #007 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #007 · Wishon PointCLM Services
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #008 — A photo of Site 008 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #008 · A photo of Site 008 of Loop WISHON BASS LAKE at WISHON BASS Vicki Davis
Campsite WISHON BASS LAKE #008 — Wishon Point
Site WISHON BASS LAKE #008 · Wishon PointCLM Services
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Nearest DC fast charging: 6.6 mi away.

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🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 29 openings at Wishon Bass Lake over the last 30 days, on 23 separate days, most of them for stays 3–12 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~236 mi from LA💵 $52–$104/nightStandard NonelectricTent Only Nonelectric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.1★★★★☆198 ratings
5★104
4★49
3★20
2★12
1★13
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon3.1/4
AT&T3.0/4
T-Mobile1.5/4
Sprint retired1.8/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Wishon Bass Lake FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Wishon Bass Lake?

Wishon Bass Lake in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Wishon Bass Lake?

Campsite fees at Wishon Bass Lake run about $52–$104/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Wishon Bass Lake when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Wishon Bass Lake often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Wishon Bass Lake?

CampSage's scans caught 29 openings at Wishon Bass Lake over the last 30 days, on 23 separate days, most of them for stays 3–12 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Wishon Bass Lake a good campground?

Wishon Bass Lake holds an average rating of 4.1/5 from 205 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Wishon Bass Lake?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Wishon Bass Lake, Verizon rates highest at 3.1 out of 5 from 68 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Wishon Bass Lake located?

Wishon Bass Lake is located in Yosemite Area, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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