Pines Group Stanislaus
Pines Group Stanislaus is a national forest campground in California. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- California
- Coordinates
- 37.81831, -120.09570
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Climbing, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 209-379-2258
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Pines Group Stanislaus
Overview 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. 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. 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. Natural Features The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564. Nearby Attractions Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery.
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- National Park Service · 30 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Chevron · 24 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 395 designated routes (523 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pines Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| The Pines | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Pines Stanislaus | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | No hookups |
| Miwok Village | Private campground | 2.4 mi | — | — |
| Shabsters Tent Cabin | Private campground | 2.4 mi | — | — |
| Lost Claim | National forest campground | 2.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.