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Campground
Pines Stanislaus
Stanislaus National Forest, California
About this campground
Pines Campground is conveniently located, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California.
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.
Map
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- Latitude
- 37.818951° N
- Longitude
- 120.093929° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Drive-in
Site types
- Tent sites
- RV / trailer sites
- Standard campsites
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Picnic table
- Drinking water
- Fires
- ADA access
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Electric hookups
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
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.
Facilities
In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided.
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.
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.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Camping
- Fishing
- Climbing
- Hiking
- Swimming
Amenities and facility features
- Toilets
- Electric hookups
- Pets allowedFollow the exact facility restrictions
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Standard Non-Electric
11 sites- Equipment
- Caravan/Camper Van, Fifth Wheel, Pickup Camper, Pop Up, RV, Small Tent, Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 6
- Maximum vehicles
- 2
- Maximum vehicle length
- 0 ft
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Accessible sites
- 4 flagged accessible
Management
1 site- Equipment
- Caravan/Camper Van, Fifth Wheel, Pickup Camper, Pop Up, RV, Small Tent, Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 6
- Maximum vehicles
- 2
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Accessible sites
- 1 flagged accessible
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Reservation cutoff
- 4 Not Reservable
- Maximum published occupancy
- 6 people per site
- Maximum published vehicles
- 2 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 11:00 AM
- Food storage
- Pines Stanislaus's official facility record checked 2026-10-16 does not publish a food-storage method; confirm the posted rule with Stanislaus National Forest.
- Fire and stove use
- The current official campground record does not publish a campground-specific fire or stove rule. Check current posted restrictions before using any flame.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Oct 13, 2026
- Next release
- Oct 26, 2026, 7:00 AM PDT
- Next book-through date
- Apr 26, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Oct 13, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonApr 26, 2026 – Oct 13, 2026 | Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonApr 26, 2027 – Oct 13, 2027 | Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonApr 26, 2028 – Oct 13, 2028 | Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eatingable during the winter season (Oct-April)
- No electric hookups at this facility
- This campground has first-come, first-served single family campsites. These sites and walk-ins are cash or check only (no credit cards accepted).
- A fee will be charged for additional vehicles
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit Firewood.ca.gov
Getting there & contact
Official directions
9 miles east of Groveland on Old Highway 120, just east of the Groveland District office.
Facility contact
801-226-3564