Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort

Rustic tent cabins, hostel dorms, and a cafe on the road to Yosemite

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Midpines, CA

About

Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort is a hillside compound in Midpines built along Highway 140, roughly 30 minutes from the Arch Rock entrance and about an hour from Yosemite Village. Guests choose from tent cabins, hostel dorm beds, or duplex rooms, and a trail behind the property leads down to a creek with a small waterfall and swimming hole. With 4.4 stars across 1,799 reviews, it's a longtime favorite for travelers who want a basecamp with character rather than a standard hotel room.

Rooms and Amenities

Tent cabins come with electric heat, a fan, and a small deck; some units add air conditioning and wall outlets. Duplex rooms include a private bathroom and small refrigerator. Guests describe the onsite June Bug Cafe as the social hub of the property, serving coffee, packed lunches, and dinner into the evening, alongside a common kitchen and an amphitheater area for grilling. The resort also offers a hot tub, yoga classes, and spa services.

Good to Know

The property is built into a hillside, so expect stairs between the parking areas and your room or tent cabin.
Wi-Fi is available, but rooms skip phones and TVs by design — this is a place to disconnect.
The creekside swimming hole behind the property has slick approach rocks according to guest reports, so use caution near the water.

Call (209) 989-3598 ahead to check availability, especially during peak Yosemite season.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort from Yosemite Valley?

Guest reviews place it roughly 30 minutes from the Arch Rock entrance on Highway 140 and about an hour from Yosemite Village in the valley.

What types of rooms are available?

Guest reviews describe tent cabins with single or double beds, hostel dorm-style stays, and duplex rooms with a double bed, bunk bed, full bathroom, and small refrigerator.

Is there a restaurant on site?

Yes, the June Bug Cafe serves coffee, packed lunches, and dinner, and guests also have access to a common kitchen and an amphitheater grilling area.

Does the resort have a hot tub or spa?

Guests report an on-site hot tub, along with yoga classes and spa services, per the property's own description.

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Anika van den Boom

in the last week

Had a lovely stay here. About 45 min (scenic) drive to Yosemite. We stayed in a double room and it was so cozy. Would definately recommend 👌🏽

Adriana Rodriguez Villegas

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Schlum Phine

in the last week

As the name suggests, it's a rustic campsite. We rented a tent for the three of us. The sanitary facilities are very clean!

Andrew Kay

in the last week

It felt like I was at camp, but with a lot more luxury--adult camp! Our cabin was one of the more uniquely decorated rooms we've stayed in--it was kind of steampunk, with whimsical art--I think the target audience might have been younger folks, but we loved it. The room had everything we needed (AC!), and the property has a laundry room which came in handy on our long trip. The best part for us was the dining hall, they had an eclectic menu with options for meat eaters (steak, ribs!) and veggies/vegans, breakfasts were tasty, and they had to go bfast and lunches for people looking to get out to Yosemite fast--don't sleep on the desserts! We had a great carrot cake cupcake, and the next night a lemon cheesecake. Staff from check-in to food were all friendly and helpful. The grounds had a community kitchen, foosball, table tennis, board games, and a spa. A fun and well equipped little resort--we will definitely stay again if in the area.

Uta Krüger

a week ago

Thank You for the peaceful, relaxing, home away from home. We appreciate the stay in your Resort. Hope to be back next time.