Hi everyone,
Boy am I glad I found this forum!
Anyhow, I am planning to visit Yosemite in July and I will be coming from San Francisco. I have to use a FC/FS campground because by the time I found out, it was too late to reserve a campground. I have read that it is best to arrive early and wait for a spot. I would have to leave San Francisco by 2:00 - 2:30 a.m. to get there within enough time to get a spot. I would like to see if I can secure a spot at Bridalveil.
I have lots of questions as I am not an experienced camper.
1. What do you have to do to secure a spot? Do you just wait your turn or register somewhere?
2. When is the best day to arrive midweek? I will be arriving on Tuesday. Is that a good day to arrive? or is Monday better?
3. Once you secure a spot, can you leave and come back? We plan to take hiking tours during the day. Do we leave our stuff there? How can I make sure no one will take our spot if we leave with our car?
4. Do I have to reregister every day?