Pines Group Stanislaus

FS USDA Forest Service · GROVELAND, CA · Primitive

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Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Elevation 3,200 ft
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Style Primitive Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites1
Tent-Only Sites1
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites1
SurfaceGravel

Location

37.818308, -120.095702 · GROVELAND RANGER STN HWY 120 , GROVELAND , CA 95321

Photos

The Pines Campground Group Site1

Description

Overview

Pines Group Campground attracts large families and groups friends with its convenient location, 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

The tent-only group site is open year-round and can accommodate up to 50 people. 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.

Directions

From Groveland, drive 9 miles east on State Highway 120, just past the Groveland Ranger Station on Smith Park Road. Look for signs to the campground.

Activities

CAMPING CLIMBING FISHING HIKING SWIMMING SITE

Details

Phone209-379-2258
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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