Cabin rentals near Fall River Lake offer overnight lodging options within 30-45 minutes of the lake. Most properties close during winter months due to snow and freezing conditions at higher elevations, with primary rental season running from May through October. Cabins range from basic single-room structures to multi-room accommodations with varying amenities.
What to do
Swimming at the lake: Lake Tulloch provides swimming opportunities during summer months when water temperatures reach 70°F. "The lake is gorgeous and at night there were several deer walking thru the site. The bathrooms weren't so awesome but the campground did offer showers by the store and those were very awesome!" notes a visitor to Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina.
Disc golf courses: Multiple disc golf facilities operate within 30 minutes of the lake area. A visitor to Lake Amador Resort explains, "As disc golfers, of course we love camping here, having 3 courses to choose from. But there is something for everyone in the family here, there is amazing fishing, boating and swimming."
Hiking trail access: Several cabin properties provide direct access to hiking trails with minimal driving. At Angels Camp Campground and RV, a visitor mentions, "Small hiking trail that had some horse nearby that came and said hi to us. Will definitely be coming back. Love that this place is open all year long."
What campers like
Privacy between cabins: Most properties maintain adequate spacing between cabin units. At Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes, "Beautiful campground with even more amazing staff. It is First come first serve (after a reservation) so get there early. We lucked out with a pretty big and shaded riverfront spot (site 73) and could not have been happier."
Year-round access: Several properties maintain cabin availability throughout winter months. At Gold Country Campground Resort, cabins remain open even during seasonal facility closures. "We stayed here on an off week. Almost had the place to ourselves except for the full timers. The amenities were not open...off season and/or COVID...but we went and took a look and got a thumbs up by our 7 year old daughter. The place looks great for a summer stay!"
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins offer opportunities to view local wildlife from the front porch. "We saw a tarantula near the tee box on 2. I woke up with 4 deer casually strolling through our campsite, a huge group of turkeys were cruising around the whole weekend," reports a visitor at Lake Amador Resort.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Many cabin areas have unreliable or nonexistent cellular coverage. At Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging, "It's about 45 minutes to drive to the valley or Hetch Hetchy in Yosemite but the drive is beautiful. Plus a short drive to Rainbow Pool and Cherry Lake if you want to avoid park crowds. Oh there is no cell service and the 'pay WIFI' did not work for us."
Cabin furnishings: Cabin interiors vary significantly between properties. At Lake Tulloch RV Campground, "Cabin had bunk beds. Small refrigerator," notes one reviewer in their brief assessment.
Reservation requirements: Most properties require advance bookings, particularly for weekend stays. Campgrounds with limited cabin inventory fill quickly during peak season. A visitor to Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes observed, "The staff was friendly and patient with all the folks that came in at 7pm begging/demanding for a site."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for properties with dedicated children's facilities. At Gold Country Campground Resort, "Splash pad was great for the littles, definitely bring chairs down w you. The pool was closed down the day we all tried to get together. Little traffic so our kids could ride their bikes with no worries."
Educational opportunities: Several cabin properties offer natural learning experiences. At North Grove Campground in Calaveras Big Trees State Park, visitors can experience giant sequoias. "The energy from these trees is electric. The enormity and smell of the forest is enchanting. Highly recommend morning hikes because the fresh smell of a dewy morning and the sun piercing through the trees is magical."
Family-centered activities: Some properties organize family-friendly events. At Pinecrest Campground, "This campground is always amazing but there is no hookups which we always prefer. The lake is beautiful though and the kids really love the Amphitheatre where they play pretty good family friendly movies."
Tips from RVers
Parking considerations: Most cabin properties allow vehicle parking adjacent to cabin units with limitations. At Three Links Camp, "The campground has dorms for families/groups (a building with bunk beds and a bathroom) and tent and full-hookup RV sites. The campground was beautiful and my kids had a blast walking around all the buildings (hall, chapel, cabins/dorms) and on baseball field, disc golf course, and basketball court!"
Food storage recommendations: Secure food storage is essential for cabin stays. At Lake Tulloch RV Campground, one camper warns, "Ferral cat problem!!! Dont leave anything out! Deer and cats get into everything! And cats pee on everything!"
Packing requirements: Cabin guests should verify what supplies are needed versus provided. At Gold Country Campground Resort, practical amenities enhance the experience: "Very easy check in since we did our reservations through The Dyrt app. Upon arrival we found the facility in a clean state. We always reserve the deluxe sites as we like to enjoy our camp fires."
