[The Pines Campground](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480569.jpg "The Pines Campground")[The Pines Campground Restroom](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480570.jpg "The Pines Campground Restroom") [The Pines Campground](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480571.jpg "The Pines Campground") [The Pines Trail](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd480572.jpg "The Pines Trail")

The Pines Campground is on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to the Little Golden Forest Trail and near the Groveland Ranger District Office. The campground includes a large group site.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. Vault toilets and potable water is available in the campground during summer.



Pines Campground

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. Natural Features: The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest with ample shade at each campsite. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River. 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. Nearby Attractions: Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery. ACTIVITIES Climbing: Rock Climbing Fishing Hiking Swimming Site



Pines Group Stanislaus

Yosemite Ridge Resort

Stanislaus National Forest Lost Claim Campground

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. 

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.

ADA Access: N



Lost Claim

Stanislaus National Forest Lumsden Campground

 [South Fork Campground](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525330.jpg "South Fork Campground") [South Fork Campground Sign](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525328.jpg "South Fork Campground Sign") [South Fork Campground Restroom](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525327.jpg "South Fork Campground Restroom")

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South Fork Campground is on a low elevation site near the confluence of the South Fork Tuolumne River and the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River&nbsp;approximately one mile from Lumsden Campground and Lumsden Bridge Campground, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

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CAUTION - BURNED AREA   
Please use caution while in the  
Rim Fire Burned Area.  
Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris flows.  
Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall at any time.  
Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.

Be alert for falling objects and do not linger around large trees.

Avoid the area during high winds or heavy rain.
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South Fork Campground

 [Lumsden Bridge Campground](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525339.jpg "Lumsden Bridge Campground") [Lumsden Bridge Campground Tuolumne River](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525336.jpg "Lumsden Bridge Campground Tuolumne River") [Lumsden Bridge Campground](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525340.jpg "Lumsden Bridge Campground") [Lumsden Bridge Campground Sign](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525337.jpg "Lumsden Bridge Campground Sign") [Lumsden Bridge Campground Restroom](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd525334.jpg "Lumsden Bridge Campground Restroom")

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Lumsden Bridge Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River, approximately one mile from South Fork Campground and two miles from Lumsden Campground, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground.&nbsp;Untreated water is available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

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 [snag tree](”/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3796487.png)
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CAUTION - BURNED AREA   
Please use caution while in the  
Rim Fire Burned Area.  
Potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris flows.  
Trees may have been weakened from fire damage and ongoing drought and may fall at any time.  
Stay on designated roads and trails and within opened areas.

Be alert for falling objects and do not linger around large trees.

Avoid the area during high winds or heavy rain.
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Lumsden Bridge Campground

Rainbow Pool Campground

Sweetwater Campground is located on a mixed conifer forested site adjacent to Highway 120, in close proximity to Yosemite National Park. Sites offer camping furniture (picnic tables, campfire pit with grill). Accessible vault toilets are available and potable water is available over the summer season (May – Sep).



Sweetwater Campground

Yosemite Westlake Campground & RV Park

National Forest

Close to Yosemite, 45ish minutes to Yosemite Village.   Campsites are super accessible for all vehicles. Sites are close together.  We were there in early April no trash service or water and only one pit toilet open for all the campsites.  Midweek lots of sites available.   There are some fun trails to hike/run from the campsite which was a bonus. 

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