Best Cabin Camping near Hathaway Pines, CA

Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Golden Pines RV Resort and Campground offer cabin accommodations for visitors to the Hathaway Pines region. North Grove Campground cabins include basic furnishings with rustic amenities, while cabins at Golden Pines feature electricity and indoor plumbing. A visitor commented, "There are 4 cabins that can be rented from the Park Service however, they are not actually in the park. They are across the highway and up in the hills." Most cabin facilities include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to nearby toilet and shower facilities, though specific amenities vary by location.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Three Links Camp provides family-oriented cabin rentals with access to recreational facilities including a baseball field, disc golf course, and basketball court. A recent review noted, "The campground has dorms for families/groups (a building with bunk beds and a bathroom)." Golden Pines RV Resort operates year-round with cabin rentals that accommodate pets, while Calaveras Big Trees State Park cabins are available seasonally. Reservations are required for all cabin facilities, with peak booking periods during summer months and holiday weekends.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. North Grove Campground cabins cost approximately $170 per night and do not include bedding or towels. Kitchen facilities vary across locations – some cabins offer basic cooking equipment while others provide only outdoor fire rings for meal preparation. On-site camp stores at certain locations stock essential supplies, though selection is limited. Nearby towns such as Arnold and Camp Connell have general stores for additional provisions. Visitors planning extended cabin stays should prepare grocery lists in advance as shopping options become limited at higher elevations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Hathaway Pines, California (35)

    1. North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    22 Reviews
    Arnold, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 795-2334

    $25 - $70 / night

    "There are 4 cabins that can be rented from the Park Service however, they are not actually in the park. They are across the highway and up in the hills."

    "The campground we chose was kind of close to the road which would have been the only real negative."

    2. Pinecrest Campground

    18 Reviews
    Long Barn, CA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 965-3116

    $40 / night

    "The campsites are a very short walk from the lake. the sites are spacious, well spaced and shady. Amenities are quite good with flush toilets, showers, a general store and more."

    "Had a large campsite with plenty of room and fairly secluded. Close to the restrooms, never did find showers. Enjoyed the proximity to the lake and had a great hike around it."

    3. Angels Camp Campground and RV

    5 Reviews
    Angels, CA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 736-0404

    "Stayed in the cabin that sleeps 6. Super nice, close to the bathrooms. There's a community outdoors kitchen with stove and sink."

    "Lots of activities for kids (pool, horseshoes, playground). East side of CG seems to accommodate more for families with kids while west side is better for RVs."

    4. Golden Pines RV Resort and Campground

    1 Review
    Camp Connell, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 795-2820

    $58 - $80 / night

    "Very peaceful location with amenities for all needs. Far enough from the road to be quiet."

    5. Gold Country Campground Resort

    9 Reviews
    Pine Grove, CA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 296-4650

    "It has nice big pull through spots, park with pool and mini golf. Lots of stuff to keep kids busy. It’s an older sport but feels like camping and not glamping. Staff is very friendly."

    "They have a store that carries most of the essentials. They have clean restrooms. They also have a pool and play area for smaller kids. This is a nice place for families with small kids."

    6. Three Links Camp

    2 Reviews
    Mi-Wuk Village, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 591-0195

    "Three Links Camp is a private campground just below Stanislaus National Forest on 108."

    7. Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    23 Reviews
    Groveland, CA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 962-7690

    "With a pool, petting zoo, a corral where they have a fire and s'mores followed by a movie, this is a great place to camp with the kids."

    "What a great place to stay and enjoy this magnificent National Park."

    8. Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes

    41 Reviews
    Eastman Lake, CA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "This Campground is 5 miles from West gate entrance to "Yosemite National Park". Only 35 miles west of " Lake Don Pedro, take out your boat, go jet skiing or fishing."

    "Fairly clean, a few of the dishes needed rewashed, but it‘s required that the previous occupants wash and put away their dishes."

    9. Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina

    10 Reviews
    Fall River Lake, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 881-0107

    "We were lucky to have a spot at the dead center of the top of the mountain looking out at the lake (site 13) with a big shade tree."

    "There are sites on the lake with shade provided over the tables. It was mid week and was not crowded at all. The lake is gorgeous and at night there were several deer walking thru the site."

    10. Lake Amador Resort

    12 Reviews
    Ione, CA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 274-4739

    $25 - $45 / night

    "The campsites are mostly level with a shared water source every site or two. Restrooms are basic and clean, no shower."

    "The park is a mix of old RV’s that folks have long term stays and open spots for visitors. Some nice spots and some tight spots. We stayed in site 62 with 41 foot MH."

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Cabin Reviews near Hathaway Pines, CA

264 Reviews of 35 Hathaway Pines Campgrounds


  • B
    Oct. 3, 2021

    Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes

    "Child/Pet Friendly!

    This Campground is 5 miles from West gate entrance to "Yosemite National Park". Only 35 miles west of " Lake Don Pedro, take out your boat, go jet skiing or fishing. Don't forget to go to " Moaning Cavern!" Tuolumne River runs through campground. There are 254 Full Hookups, 130 Tent sites, Hostel, Cabin & Yurts. They have WiFi, Satellite TV,Clubhouse, Billiard's, Game room, Shuffleboard, Store, Hiking Trails,Nature, Playground, Mini Golf, Tennis, Picnic/BBQ,Volleyball, Basketball & in the Summer-Bus runs to Yosemite, for an additional fee. Summer Swimming,Seasonal Fishing,Wheelchair Accessible, Restroom/Shower Facilities & Laundry. Yosemite Lakes Resort 31191 Hardin Flat Rd. Groveland,CA 95321 Reservations Member- 1-800-368-7788 Non-Member 1-888-481-6348 Welcome Center (209)962-0103 Rental Check In- 4PM Rental Check Out - 11AM Front Desk- Sun-Sat 8AM-8PM

  • Natalie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2020

    Desolation Hotel - Hope Valley

    Great location & amenities

    This is a privately owned Resort with cabins, yurts, campsites, etc close to a super awesome river and with lots of great amenities, including a cafe/store, sauna, trails and a restaurant. The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because I didn't love the site itself that we were in especially with a $60 price tag. It was great to be close to the river, but the site was small and on a hill like a lot of them were. There were cheaper sites but I didn't see what those were like. Otherwise, we had fun playing in the water, using the sauna and having access to great amenities before going into more primitive camping. There was a fire ban while we were there, and there is NO SMOKING anywhere on their property. Everyone that worked there was super friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay.

  • J
    May. 17, 2018

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    Good Place for Kids

    With a pool, petting zoo, a corral where they have a fire and s'mores followed by a movie, this is a great place to camp with the kids.

    The showers are free and usually clean although on Saturday evening the campground was full and the bathrooms were dirty and out of TP.

    There are tent sites, RV sites and cabins so something for everyone.

    There were A LOT of stray cats on the property which kind of drove our dog crazy. But at least the campground is pet friendly.

    If you plan to go into Yosemite NP, it's a long drive so plan accordingly. Our family really enjoys Rainbow Pools and Yosemite Pine's proximity to Rainbow Pools is part of why we stay here. The kids can jump and swim there and that's all they really want to do anyway so being close to that is key for us. So many of the places in the park where we used to get in the water do not allow swimming anymore.

  • Sunshine M.
    Oct. 21, 2022

    Rancho Seco Recreation Area

    All types of fun !

    I love this place because it is about 45 minutes from the house.  There's plenty to do with lots of great sites.  The first time we went, they didn't have any annual passes because they lady was out that day. But the other day, we were able to finally get a season pass.  You can fish, hike, or swim here. The campsites are spacious and you don't feel over crowded if there is a family next to you. It's pet friendly. The store was recently redone and they offer a wide variety of items, from keep sakes to any necessity you may have forgotten ( lighter, logs, clothes shoes, etc... )  There also boat rental that are a fair price, plus you get them for an hour or so. ( You will have to check the prices and availability. ) There's a dog park for the dogs to roam free off the leash, which also has access to water/ beach area for the dogs only.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 9, 2022

    49er Village RV Resort

    Convenient to area wineries

    General: This is a HUGE RV park (a Sun Resort) with back-in, pull-through sites, and cabins. We called a day ahead to see if there was room and on a weekday in early May, there was plenty of availability. We even received a Spring Flash Sale (40% off) rate which, although more than we usually spend to camp, was reasonable. As is typical of RV parks, there is a small patch of lawn between sites but virtually no privacy. There are trees throughout the park and although it is located right on the road, only the sites that back up to the road hear road noise. There is a small pond in the center and we saw some ducks. All camping sites have full hook-ups and a picnic table but no fire ring or grill. There is a large laundry room and a café. We were assigned a site at check-in. 

    Site Quality: Pads are paved and level. The back-in sites in the center back up to each other with no divider between them. I saw several large RVs look almost like they were touching! 

    Bathhouse: Two bathhouses each with three stalls, two sinks, and two showers. Although there is a curtain separating the showers from the rest of the bathroom, the bench is outside of the shower stalls, which could be awkward. However, in the time we were there, I never saw a single person in the bathroom(assuming most people use their own bathrooms in their RVs). The shower had good water pressure and hot water.

    Activities: There is a pool, playground, rec center. Shuffleboard, horseshoes, and beach volleyball. It is a half-mile around the perimeter, so I was able to enjoy a short run.

    This is not our usual type of camping experience, but since we met friends at a nearby winery, this worked for us since we did not want to drive far.

  • Heather D.
    Jul. 1, 2020

    Yosemite Ridge

    Nice main loop, but...

    Summary as of late June 2020:

    -Super nice, helpful manager -Great location for Yosemite/Hetch Hetchy -Large, clean restrooms -Inconsistent electricity -Bear Lot is right next to Hwy 120 -Coyote Lot is literally a new gravel parking lot, 4x4 required -No wi-fi in Bear Lot or Coyote Lot

    First of all, I have to say that the manager (owner? I never caught his name) was very kind and tried his best to accommodate everyone there. The location is great for trips to Yosemite, and if you’re lucky enough to reserve a spot in the ‘main loop’ (I don’t see this ability online), you’ll probably love it. The bathrooms are large and clean and there is laundry, a small playground, a small pool (closed during our stay), and a privately run store on-site.

    We brought our 28’ toy hauler here at the end of June 2020. We had reserved a spot in Coyote Lot, which we were told over the phone would be no problem. Upon arrival, the manager had his doubts but told us to “put the truck in 4x4 and give it a go!” Coyote Lot looks like a newly, semi-leveled gravel parking lot with full hook-ups… no trees or shade. There were some longer spots, but there was no way our trailer would fit in the one we reserved. The lot also exits through a run-down residential grouping of trailers, some occupied and some abandoned.

    The manager put us in Bear Lot, no question, after it was determined Coyote Lot would not work. This lot is a little more established than Coyote, but still a gravel parking lot with electricity (inconsistently for many) and water hook-ups. The lot is pretty level and separated from Hwy 120 by a wooden fence. There are some picnic tables and fire pits, but not enough for each spot. We didn’t end up having to use our generator like others did. There were tent campers and rv/trailers in this lot.

    Side note: the Rainbow Pools swimming hole that is recommended on the website was WAY overcrowded and I do not suggest going unless maybe you go in the early morning. There were tons of people, tons of litter, and no respect for nature… very sad to see.

    Photo are of Bear Lot

  • m
    Jun. 10, 2018

    Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes

    Hillside yurt #6

    Fairly clean, a few of the dishes needed rewashed, but it‘s required that the previous occupants wash and put away their dishes. Quiet, the neighbors were all pretty quiet, occasioanlly a car would drive past the road that backs up to the yurts. Comfortable bed, gas stove heater and AC worked well. I didn’t use the propane grill that was on the balcony, it was very dirty, and one of the grates were broken. Nothing spectacular about my 2 night stay. About an hour drive all the way to Yosemite Village.

  • T
    Aug. 26, 2019

    North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    Awesome Cabins!

    There are 4 cabins that can be rented from the Park Service however, they are not actually in the park. They are across the highway and up in the hills. We drove to the park but it's only short distance.

    The cabins are great but expensive, $170 per night, so I deducted a star. They are rustic. No TV, no air conditioning (just ceiling fans), no bedding or towels. You bring your own.


Guide to Hathaway Pines

Cabin accommodations near Hathaway Pines provide rustic to modern lodging options at elevations ranging from 2,500 to 4,500 feet. The Sierra Nevada foothills experience warm, dry summers and occasional winter snow, making cabin stays practical year-round with proper preparation. Most cabin rentals in this region require advanced reservations, particularly for accommodations with premium amenities or during peak visitation periods.

What to do

Hiking around lake perimeters: At Pinecrest Campground, visitors can access scenic trail systems with varying difficulty levels. A camper noted, "There is a great hike around the lake close by, as well as swimming in the lake a marina and a convenience store."

Fishing for local species: Lake Amador Resort provides fishing access for multiple fish varieties. According to a visitor, "The lake is stocked with Trout, Bass and Catfish. Tackle Box Cafe is really good, weekends only, and the staff is kind and helpful."

Water recreation options: Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes features river access within the campground. A camper mentioned, "Beautiful river running through the campground. There is no cell service," making it ideal for disconnecting while enjoying water activities.

Frisbee golf courses: Multiple disc golf courses near Lake Amador Resort attract enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation. As one reviewer explained, "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."

What campers like

Clean facilities: North Grove Campground maintains well-kept amenities throughout the property. A visitor commented, "Bathrooms are very nice: clean, flush toilets, and sinks with cold water taps. Bear boxes provided."

Wildlife encounters: Many cabin areas feature regular wildlife sightings. A camper at North Grove Campground observed, "Ranger came through one night hit the Bear box and walked off. Rangers were friendly and very informative about the area."

Swimming areas: Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina offers designated swimming zones with beach access. According to a visitor, "The kids had fun playing at the playground, jet skiing, and making sand castles at the beach."

Educational programming: Several campgrounds offer ranger-led programs and interpretive activities. A North Grove Campground visitor noted, "There's lots of trails to hike here, an extensive ranger station with a Visitor Center, snack bar, and organized talks and activities."

What you should know

Limited cell service: Many cabin locations have minimal connectivity. At Pinecrest Campground, a guest observed, "You will have to look for showers. You will need a headlamp for the bathrooms at night as there are no lights."

Cabin reservation windows: Most cabins book 6-12 months in advance for peak season. Availability varies by location with Three Links Camp offering year-round options. A visitor noted, "Three Links Camp is a private campground just below Stanislaus National Forest on 108. They're open year-round, so we might return for a snow visit!"

Road access challenges: Some cabin locations require navigating mountain roads. A Yosemite Pines RV Resort visitor warned, "What a scary drive up a curvy mountainous road to get to it. Most of the campground is clay dirt, so it's quite dusty."

Water conditions: Seasonal variations affect lake levels at certain properties. A Lake Amador Resort visitor noted, "The water levels drastically change due to it being a privately owned lake. The employees that work there are always really sweet and helpful."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly water features: Gold Country Campground Resort offers specialized aquatic amenities for younger visitors. A camper reported, "Splash pad was great for the littles, definitely bring chairs with you. The pool was closed down the day we all tried to get together."

Recreation facilities: Three Links Camp provides multiple activity options for families. A visitor explained, "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!"

Animal encounters: Some properties feature petting zoos or wildlife viewing opportunities. At Yosemite Pines RV Resort, a visitor mentioned, "With a pool, petting zoo, a corral where they have a fire and s'mores followed by a movie, this is a great place to camp with kids."

Insect preparation: Depending on season, certain locations require insect management strategies. A Gold Country camper warned, "The only and biggest downfall was the meat bees. Absolutely ruined the trip. Recommend bringing nets and tents to eat under."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: At Angels Camp Campground and RV, configuration varies by location within the property. A visitor advised, "East side of CG seems to accommodate more for families with kids while west side is better for RVs. Most RV sites have full hookups and are pull throughs."

Limited premium hookups: For those requiring specific electrical connections, availability can be constrained. At Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes, a camper noted, "There are only a handful of 50amp spots and people move to them quickly after someone leaves. Lots of 30amp though so you might want to bring an adapter."

Site levelness: Ground conditions vary significantly between properties. A Three Links Camp visitor shared, "Gold Country Campground Resort sites are a little tight but manageable. We will be coming back!"

Road noise considerations: Some cabin and RV locations experience traffic sound. A North Grove Campground visitor mentioned, "Only issue is being by the road and having road noise. Plenty of restrooms and showers (coin operated). The only Wi-Fi is at the visitor center and VERY limited cell service."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Hathaway Pines, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Hathaway Pines, CA is North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 22 reviews.

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