Pines Stanislaus

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Stanislaus National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Stanislaus National Forest Fees: American Land & Leisure operates The Pines Campground during the summer (typically May through September) and charges the following fees: - $25.00 for a single-family site and $125.00 for the group site (50 person capacity) American Land & Leisure operates this campground under a special use permit administered by the Forest Service. The fees paid by concessionaires finance the… Reservations: Available by reservation at Recreation.gov Overview Pines Campground is conveniently located, 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 In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided. Natural Features The tranquil campground sits at an elevation… Getting there: 9 miles east of Groveland on Old Highway 120, just east of the Groveland District office. Rules: Camp in designated sites only. The number of people allowed in a single campsite is 6. The maximum length of stay in any campground is 14 days. Campfire permits are not required in developed campgrounds. Do not burn trash. Please leave the area in as good (or better) condition than you found it. Often, locations destroyed by thoughtless campers must be closed to restore the area's natural health.… Phone: 801-226-3564 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10180062 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Stanislaus FS