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Camping At Yosemite's Doorstep

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· Groveland, Tuolumne, California
15 acres hosted by Jim L.
2 Vehicle/Tent sites
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Near Yosemite National Park
Within a 30-minute drive from the Big Oak Flat Entrance.
Romantic
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Reserve your tent site on 15 exclusive, wooded-acres only 10 minutes from the entrance to Yosemite National Park. Once you've set up camp, you can explore the walking trails on the property and if you make it to the top, why not enjoy a lovely picnic with beautiful mountain views? Conveniently located across the highway from a gas station and a general store, you never have to worry about running out of ice or forgetting to bring the bug spray. If our base package isn't enough, as an "extra" we can have a tent set up and ready for you when you arrive. Whatever you're looking for, Yosemite's Doorstep is ready to provide the ideal camping experience to suit your needs.
Activities
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Climbing
Natural features
Forest
Mountainous
95%
44 Ratings · 36 reviews
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Jodie R.recommends
October 15, 2024
Site #2
Convenient and peaceful
Camp 2 was great, 5 miles to west entrance with a gas station walking distance for extras. Very clean and set up with sunshade, chairs, picnic table and sun shade. It was really quiet at night.
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Rebecca W.recommends
October 14, 2024
Site #1
Easy camping for Yosemite!
Great site! We stayed in site #1 which is slightly bigger. The lights were a nice touch, the water in the shower was hot, and the campsite was clean and well kept. We didn’t get to enjoy the fire pit since we only stayed one night but I’m sure it would have been lovely. Extremely close to Yosemite’s entrance. We added on the tent set up and Jim was very accommodating. Keep in mind the site is right off the main highway so the traffic can be heard throughout the whole night but, other than that, very cozy setup.
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Grace W.recommends
October 9, 2024
Site #2
10/10 would recommend
10/10 would recommend and would stay here again. Super convenient location, just 10 min outside of Yosemite’s entrance. Jim’s campsite is thoughtful with the table, chairs, metal fire pit, trash, bear locker and canopy. Site 1 even had an outdoor shower! There is also a quick general store and gas station nearby. The road is close, but it did not bother us. Car sounds were pretty tame at night, and far and few during our stay in October. Some mosquitos at dusk but manageable. Keep tent doors zipped up and a small campfire will help deter some. Be mindful that there are some foxtail plants in the area if you have pets/dogs.
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Brandon M.recommends
October 8, 2024
Site #2
Awesome, clean place. Great location. Stayed here with two buddies and we had no complaints.
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Sarah B.recommends
October 6, 2024
Site #1
We loved this campsite! The location was super convenient with the gas station across the street and a short drive to the gates of Yosemite. The road and Valero are barely visible from the site and we didn’t mind heating cars passing. The outdoor shower was a must after a long day of hiking and the highlight of the weekend. We didn’t realize the spigot was connected to a jug of water, but we just ran across the street and picked up more water for washing dishes. Highly recommend also getting a citronella candle for the bugs as they swarm when you start cooking. Will definitely being staying again in the future!!
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Julie R.recommends
October 4, 2024
Site #1
Close to Yosemite Big Oak Flat entrance and right across the street from a gas station, but was still very private. Had a port a potty and a hot outdoor shower that was awesome after hiking all day. Bear box provided. Perfect spot to stay if you don’t want to deal with the reservation hassle or other people camping right on top of you. Will stay again. 5 stars!
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Groveland, Tuolumne, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Miwok and Me-Wuk (Central Sierra Miwok) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jim L.

Joined in January 2024
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