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GuideHigh Sierra RV Park
Quiet and close to Yosemite
The spots are close but not too close. There's a nice creek at the end. Place is quiet and close to Yosemite. Decent prices.
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Several cabin options near Madera, California provide convenient access to Yosemite National Park and Bass Lake. Yosemite RV Resort offers cabins with full amenities including electricity, running water, and comfortable sleeping arrangements. Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort features cabin accommodations with varying levels of furnishing, from basic to deluxe options with kitchen facilities. Indian Flat RV Park provides cabin rentals with proximity to park shuttles and recreational facilities. Lake McSwain Recreation Area includes cabin options with lakeside views and access to water activities. "Many options to stay! RV, bring your own tent, yurts, safari tents, cabins. RV spaces have many different location styles, secluded, views, groups etc."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The Forks Resort offers cabin-only accommodations, ideal for visitors seeking a dedicated cabin experience without RV or tent camping options. Most properties allow pets in cabins for an additional fee, though policies vary by location. Reservations are essential during summer months and holiday weekends when cabins book quickly. According to one visitor, "We didn't know that the '20 miles from Yosemite' just meant the entrance, we still had to drive about 30 miles to get into the valley." AutoCamp Yosemite provides higher-end cabin experiences with modern amenities and stylish interiors.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely between properties, with some offering full kitchenettes while others provide only basic refrigeration and microwave access. On-site stores at locations like Yosemite RV Resort and Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort stock essential supplies and groceries. A camper wrote, "The campground has a great pool and playground for the kids. We stayed here 3 nights but could've stayed here a week easy." Cabins typically include fire pits or grills for outdoor cooking, though fire restrictions may apply seasonally.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Madera (15)
1. Yosemite RV Resort
"Rv, bring your own tent, yurts, safari tents,, cabins. RV spaces have many different location styles, secluded, views, groups etc.
Large clean pool with a shallow lounging section.""Quiet; dog park; pool; playground; fire pit ; only thing is sites and small."
2. High Sierra RV Park
"The campsite was 39 and it was right next to the bathroom. To leave with a 26’ travel trailer I had to pull out and back down another road just to exit the park."
"The premium sites include full hook-ups — water, electric and sewer. We were in site 43. "
Check Availabilityfrom $13 - $50 / night
3. Lake McSwain Recreation Area
"The lake was beautiful and refreshing. Would come back again but maybe early spring. Our campsite was set up a little backwards."
"My family and I stayed at Lake McSwain Campgrounds for a weekend during a mountain bike race at Exchequer."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $40 / night
4. Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort
"We booked this last minute over the phone, we were very impressed with the spot, next to the pool, clubhouse, fire pit."
"Fairly big campground, with some spots having a good amount of privacy in a forest. Our site (#162) was large enough, although not very level."
5. Indian Flat RV Park
"Fantastic WiFi, extremely clean bathrooms and shower rooms, excellent pool at cedar Lodge next door, short walkable distance to the YART bus stop into Yosemite, great price for a campground 8 miles from"
"The lodge next door is a pick up spot for shuttles into the park. They have a bar/restaurant and a store which is convenient. The park was nice & shaded, with fire pits at each site."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $289 / night
6. Outdoorsy Yosemite
"This park is absolutely wonderful! They have cabins, places to rent camp, laundry on site, a pool, 30/50 hookups. Pull throughs and water and sewer."
"A great location at the South entrance of Yosemite NP. The Staff were so friendly and helpful. Prices are very reasonable for laundry. The sites are well spaced."
5 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $42 - $288 / night
7. Mariposa Fairgrounds
"Big grassy area close to Mineral Museum, water and electric hookups. We basically had the fairgrounds to ourselves. They have additional spots in more of a parking lot setting, well marked."
"Restrooms and shower are quiet clean and the Wifi is extremely good."
from $55 / night
9. Mercey Hot Springs
"When I arrived the nights were hot so I decided to take an AC Cabin #10 where I could park right next to the cabin and slept comfortably."
"If you’re doing the long drive from the Bay Area to LA, a nice place to stay is Mercey Hot Springs. It takes about 20 minutes to get there from the freeway and is in the middle of nowhere. "
Check Availabilityfrom $70 - $185 / night
10. Barrett Cove Recreation Area
"Perhaps also for fishing and other activities, but that's outside my scope of interest. On my first return visit I went to the same spot as the first visit."
"Very friendly at our arrival and in the evening while performing their drive-by checks. This time I actually tried the showers and I was not disappointed."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $40 / night
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Cabin Reviews near Madera, CA
91 Reviews of 15 Madera Campgrounds
jill H.GuideMercey Hot Springs
Desert Oasis
Friendly staff, great facilities away from the grind
- Chisiya R.
ScoutRiverland RV Resort
Ok for one night
We stayed a week here, at first it was good, nice enough place. Our spot was a lot of sand. The bathrooms were full of cobwebs and spiders. The website looks promising, offering a pool, jacuzzi and restaurant. There is no restaurant, the pool doesnt get covered so its filthy, and the "jacuzzi" was filled with algae.
We came on a friday night, the quiet time is not enforced. The river was nice, however the entire length of it was taken up by boats. We hardly found a spot to swim in. We were located in site 10, at the very end in a cul de sac type lay out. Its a gated park so you need a code to enter. We locked our bikes up every single night and the one and only night we forgot, 2 out of our 4 bikes got stolen (mine and my partners, the kids were left) We asked for the surveillance as our site was in direct view of the camera and the office had told us their cameras all of a sudden stopped working around midnight but were working again that morning. Such a strange coincidence! They didnt seem apologetic. We had permanent residence come to talk to us and said they've never had theft issues, if you looked around most people had their personal belongings out every night. The place was very suspicious, I'd check out other options but also if staying a quick night it would be ok. Its right off the highway and really easy to get back on the road. We found a little lizard, and little frogs. However there is cockroaches running everywhere.
The people we met there, and the residents were so awesome, which is why it got 2 stars. The staff however, not so much.
Do not leave belongings unattended!!
Ryan N.ScoutBass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort
Sprawling, crowded but has essentials
Had no reservation but was able to get a spot for my 22-ft Tacoma with electric, water and sewage. Problem was my sewer pointed sideways, instead of straight up which made emptying my camping toilet too daunting to even attempt. The spigot for the water was about 3 in off the ground so I had to by spend $25 on a garden hose in the store. Just so I could fill up a 5 gallon jug with water. Plenty of shade from what I could see, but being a Friday don't expect any peace and quiet until night time. $75 for the night. The parking spaces weren't clearly marked and I accidentally parked blocking someone else's spot and had to move. The spaces should be very clearly marked and they aren't, at least not where I was. Meh.
- SSibylle S.Scout
High Sierra RV Park
Small campsites
Very friendly staff. The sites are rather narrow but even. Restrooms are far away. Propane is available.
M H.ScoutHigh Sierra RV Park
Fraudulent business practices
I made a campsite reservation, later changed the dates, and ultimately had to cancel. The cancellation was made both by phone and email more than 7 days before the scheduled arrival date.
I understand and accepted the $5 reservation change fee and the $10 cancellation fee outlined in their policy. However, instead of refunding the remaining balance, they kept the entire amount and issued no refund whatsoever.
As a result, I have initiated a credit card dispute. I would strongly recommend reviewing their cancellation policies and billing practices carefully before booking.
Jerry S.
TravelerIndian Flat RV Park
Great but tight
I will start with the good. Fantastic WiFi, extremely clean bathrooms and shower rooms, excellent pool at cedar Lodge next door, short walkable distance to the YART bus stop into Yosemite, great price for a campground 8 miles from a national park entrance and easy access to a beautiful little river park across the highway. The only negative is, out of the several hundred campgrounds I have camped in over the last six years, none have even come close to how packed this place is. I was fortunate to get the best campsite in the park but across from me are 4 campers in an area no larger than some single campsites I have stayed at. The spaces don't allow for parking both your camper and your towing vehicle so you need to use the overflow parking which is outside the campground parallel to the highway. The Jupe Tents, tent cabins, and cottages are also packed just as tight as are the tent sites. I would still recommend this campground to anyone wanting to go to Yosemite though. It's definitely the closest and most convenient campground
- DDan V.Guide
Outdoorsy Yosemite
Great Location
A great location at the South entrance of Yosemite NP. The Staff were so friendly and helpful. Prices are very reasonable for laundry. The sites are well spaced.
- HHeidi J.Guide
Indian Flat RV Park
Nothing special
Stayed in this Campground for 2 days. They don't have a dog park and there's really nowhere for dogs to go the bathroom. Every time I went to go to the office there was a sign they'd be back in 15 minutes... The dump site I believe was an old camping spot with hose access. It's about 30 minutes from town if you need groceries and 30 minutes from the park depending on traffic. I personally would not stay in this park again.
Guide to Madera
Cabin camping near Madera, California provides convenient access to both Yosemite National Park and nearby lakes at elevations ranging from 1,500 to 4,000 feet. The region experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions ideal for outdoor activities. Winter cabin stays typically see temperatures between 30-50°F with occasional snow at higher elevations.
What to do
Fishing at Lake McSwain: Lake McSwain Recreation Area offers excellent fishing opportunities with lakeside cabin access. According to one visitor, "Great place to camp and relax. The sites are clean and operational and everything is explained well prior to your stay." The lake is regularly stocked with trout.
Mountain biking at Barrett Cove: Located approximately 30 miles from Madera, Barrett Cove Recreation Area provides extensive mountain biking trails. A camper noted, "To be honest, I didn't experience much of the campground, but the parts that I did were above my expectations. We went to ride the mountain bike trails... they drain well and have a lot of sand it seems."
Swimming at High Sierra RV Park: The park features a creek with swimming options. One visitor remarked, "The creek, waterfalls & rope swing over the swimming hole was unbelievable!! The kids enjoyed the rope swing while the mom enjoyed the walk back to the falls & thru the shallow waters."
What campers like
Modern cabin amenities: Yosemite RV Resort offers cabins with contemporary furnishings and facilities. A satisfied camper shared, "We had a blast here. You're 25 miles from the park entrance, on a straight path. The sites were a great space and the pool and playground was a lot of fun for the kids."
Proximity to activities: Cabins at High Sierra RV Park provide easy access to nearby attractions. As one guest mentioned, "Amazing staff and location is convenient and has the Fresno river running through along with some hiking trails." Most cabins are within walking distance of water features.
Clean facilities: Barrett Cove Recreation Area maintains well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. One camper was particularly impressed: "A friend and I went in March of 2021 to ride the mountain bike trails... Down the hill from us was a nicely maintained bathroom. As my buddy said, it was a 4.5 of 5 stars. It was clean, smelled good and, get this, had nice toilet paper!"
What you should know
Distance to Yosemite Valley: Many cabin locations advertise proximity to Yosemite, but distances can be misleading. A visitor at High Sierra RV Park noted: "It's about a 30 minute drive to the South Yosemite National Park entrance." Plan for additional driving time once inside the park.
Site configurations vary significantly: Some cabin sites have unexpected layouts. One camper at Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort explained: "The site we pulled into was really tight with a hill and drop off on either side so our picnic table had to be in front of the airstream."
Weather considerations: Summer heat impacts comfort at lower elevations. A guest at Yosemite RV Resort mentioned: "Not worth the drive- but stayed here because I didn't plan ahead during COVID and national park restrictions. Nice place- but much warmer than the high elevation of the park."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Indian Flat RV Park provides swimming pool access, which families particularly appreciate. A visitor noted: "After a long day of hiking in Yosemite it was nice to relax at the pool next door. We will definitely come back in the future."
Playground facilities: Many cabin locations feature playgrounds for children. A camper at Yosemite RV Resort shared: "Nice short bike rides up and down hills. Kids loved it!" Another mentioned: "The campground has a great pool and playground for the kids."
Lake activities: Barrett Cove Recreation Area offers family-friendly water recreation. According to a reviewer: "During our stay I think there was a fishing competition. Down the hill and around the corner was a boat launch and that place looked to have some activity. Regardless, the lake wasn't obnoxiously noisy as some lakes can become."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Lake McSwain Recreation Area has specific site limitations to consider. One RVer warned: "Pretty dry in the summertime, lots of foxtails, so be aware if you have fur babies. Flies were a bit of a problem. The lake was beautiful and refreshing. Would come back again but maybe early spring."
Cabin alternatives for RVers: Outdoorsy Yosemite offers both cabin rentals and RV sites at their Bass Lake location. A visitor explained: "This park is absolutely wonderful! They have cabins, places to rent camp, laundry on site, a pool, 30/50 hookups. Pull throughs and water and sewer. The park is about 30 mins from the entrance to Yosemite and if you don't want to do that... There's always Bass Lake...which is 2 miles down the hill!"
Space considerations: Some parks have limited maneuvering room. A camper at High Sierra RV Park advised: "To leave with a 26' travel trailer I had to pull out and back down another road just to exit the park. The showers had two each but you have zero privacy when drying yourself."
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