Weekend availability at Pines Stanislaus
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 17, 10:24 PM PT- Fri, Sep 25Open4/7 sites
- Fri, Oct 2Open4/7 sites
- Fri, Oct 9Open6/7 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 12
About this campground
Overview Pines Campground is conveniently located, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. It is an ideal base camp for visitors to explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas within Stanislaus National Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and Mokelumne Wildernesses. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws. Recreation Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the Tuolumne River for wading and fishing. Winter sports are very popular in the area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a variety of winter activities. Facilities In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided. Natural Features The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River. Nearby Attractions Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery.
Getting there
9 miles east of Groveland on Old Highway 120, just east of the Groveland District office.
Activities
- HIKING
- SWIMMING
- CAMPING
- FISHING
- CLIMBING
Nearby federal campgrounds
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