I have sent Dan a better copy of the Housekeeping Camp Map. Hopefully, it's easier to read.
You should know that while the campsites in sections A, K and J are along the river, there is a wooden rail fence between those campsites and the river with signs that say to keep out as they are trying to restore the river bank. While you can see the river, they are encouraging the trees and bushes to grow there. Thus, the river view is some what filtered. However, the views of Half Dome (looking toward the section J direction) and Yosemite Falls (looking toward the section A direction) are spectacular.
From what I remember from the signs, you only have direct river access between sections A and D and in section G (where there are sand bars built up).
If you are staying in a unit next to the river, it feels pretty private. You should know that every 2 units share an outside fire ring.
The double bed is big enough for 2 adults. Each bunk bed can also hold an adult. In both units we have stayed, the metal bunks are sort of curved in the middle. This would make it harder to roll out. The beds have vinyl covered matresses. We just throw our sleeping bags on top. If you don't have sleeping bags, they will rent you sheets, pillows, blankets, etc.
The space between the double bed and the bunkbeds would hold an air matress; but, I don't think you'll need it.
There is an electric outlet inside and another next to the countertop. While it's not roughing it, you can plug in your favorite electrical devices (or even a space heater). When we go, we use gas stoves to cook on. The fire ring is more for roasting marshmallows.
You have to wash your dishes by the bathrooms in a large outside sink (with no shelf or countertop around it). Unfortunately, at night, there isn't really a light to see what you're doing. We found headlamps to be handy while you're trying to wash the dishes as they let you keep both hands free.
You have to bring all your own wood to burn. If you forget things, the Housekeeping Grocery Store can take care of most of the basics (including wood and ice). The main grocery store in Yosemite Village has everything else you would need.
There is a light inside and a light outside. In addition to the outside light, we use a lantern.
Best of luck,
Roy
stray_chicken wrote:Hi. My husband, his two college age brothers and I are staying in housekeeping camp May 5-8. We booked a river unit. My brother in law really likes to fish so the proximity to the river is real bonus. Does anyone have a recommendation for the best location/unit number to request? It would be nice for him to be able to fish near our unit and for us to have a nice view nearby. We also would prefer privacy.
I also wondered what others experience has been with housekeeping camp and which items we should bring to make the stay more comfortable. We plan to bring sleeping bags at least. Will the double and two bunks comfortable sleep 4 adults (the double bed looks small in some pictures)?