Stanislaus National Forest Lost Claim Campground sits along a rough access road about 15 miles from the northwest boundary of Yosemite National Park, within a forested stretch of camping near Stanislaus National Forest managed by the US Forest Service. The campground runs just 10 sites, open from late April through September 1. Amenities are basic: vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. Sites are not uniformly flat, and privacy between neighbors is limited. Road noise from passing cars is audible at times. One recurring local feature worth knowing: free-ranging cattle pass through the area regularly, with cowbells audible morning and evening. At $25 per night with reservations available and a 15-foot RV maximum, it makes sense for smaller rigs and tent campers looking for a low-cost base near Yosemite.
Description
Overview
Lost Claim attracts families and friends with its convenient location, just 15 miles from the northwest Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. Deemed as an ideal base camp, visitors can explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas of the Stanislaus National Forest. 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.
Facilities
The 10 camping sites are all suited for tents. Sites 1, 7, and 8 would also accommodate tent trailers. The roads and spurs are native surface or gravel. Each site has a picnic table, food storage box and campfire ring. Drinking water and vault toilets are available.
Natural Features
At 3,100 feet in elevation, the tranquil campground sits in a mixed conifer forest with ample shade at each campsite. Nearby is the Tuolumne River, which flows for 150 miles from the central Sierra Nevadas to the San Joaquin River.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
Nearby Attractions
Take a scenic drive through Yosemite and explore its legendary waterfalls. Enjoy world class fishing on the Tuolumne River or at one of the many lakes in this western Sierra Nevada location. Go hiking on one of the many nearby trails. The town of Groveland boasts many shopping and tourist activities; check with the Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau for more information.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsStanislaus National Forest Lost Claim Campground is located in California near Groveland
Directions
From Groveland, Take State Highway 120 east for 12 miles. The campground is just east of the Groveland Ranger District Office.
Address
34660 Evergreed Road, Dimond O CG #36
Groveland, CA 95321
Coordinates
37.8211111 N
120.0486111 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/7/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 19 min from Merced, CA
- 1 hr 29 min from Modesto, CA
- 1 hr 36 min from Stockton, CA
- 2 hrs 9 min from Fresno, CA
