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Diamond Gulch

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· Groveland, Tuolumne, California

824 acres hosted by John B.

3 lodging sites · 29 RV/tent sites · 2 RV sites · 2 tent sites

Near Yosemite National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Big Oak Flat Entrance.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best all-around: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

CLOSE TO YOSEMITE! Explore the mines and hang out on our Groveland, California ranch! We are 35 minutes to the main gate of Yosemite National Park. A great place to stay just outside of the park. We have 824 acres on a beautiful cattle ranch with two small ponds. On our property, you'll find frogs, turtles, oak trees, pine trees and stunning views of Yosemite. We have several campsites to choose from including RV camping, tent camping, and a glamping tent. Pets are welcome. Campfires are permitted as long as there is no fire ban. Potable water and toilet are available onsite. There's a golf course less than a mile away. We are also very close to town. In just a few minutes, you can drive to our local grocery store and pizza parlour. We are a 10-minute drive to Pine Mountain Lake. Beautiful Pine Mountain Lake offers golfing, dining, horseback riding, water sports and an airport. When you come to the ranch it feels like you are hundreds of miles away from civilization, but still close to everything you need. It is incredibly peaceful! This is a great place for someone who wants to escape city life and enjoy the tranquillity of nature. Much of the ranch is open wilderness for you to explore, and it's not uncommon to see deer, frogs, turtles, quail, turkeys, or other countless species of birds. Diamond Gulch Camp is the perfect place to relax if you’re a photographer, artist, family or a group of friends looking for a place to camp near Yosemite. A small portion of the property was used as a gold mine years ago, and you may find remnants of old home sites if you go exploring. We're not far from Wards Ferry Road, Groveland, Lake Don Pedro and other interesting places.

Activities

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96%

878 ratings · 599 reviews

Esteban C.recommends

November 9, 2024

Diamond Gulch Camp

Quiet & Peaceful

We loved tent camping on John’s property. We enjoyed to quiet atmosphere, hot outdoor shower, John’s great hospitality as well as close proximity to town and Yosemite Park. We are looking forward to returning again soon !

Lexi D.recommends

November 6, 2024

Diamond Gulch Camp

Great spot! This campground was a perfect fit for car camping near Yosemite. It was about a 40min drive, with a gas station on the way, to the Big Oak Flat Entrance which gets you some breathtaking views without all the traffic of the other gates!

Monirah G.recommends

November 4, 2024

Site 2 - Walt’s Mining Camp 1893

Loved the place! It was quiet, clean, clean shower and toilet! Would go back again. John was easy to communicate with.

Thomas W.recommends

November 3, 2024

Site 4-Walt Mining Camp 1893

Amazing camp spot! Had everything we needed for our camping experience! We had a roof top tent on a pickup and this was a great for that. I’d recommend it! - ground camping, truck camping, it will all work well. I’d stay here again, and it’s not too far from Yosemite if you’re planning to visit there and you don’t want to fight for a spot there.

Sarah C.recommends

November 3, 2024

Diamond Gulch Camp

My Favorite Groveland Gem

It had been awhile since I’ve been here and John has added more space, tables, and fire pits to the camp site area! This is my favorite place to camp at near Yosemite. It’s a hidden gem for a reasonable price on lovely and quiet land. I’d go back here time and time again and I’ve recommended this place to family and friends. John is a great and communicative host that provides wonderful amenities for his guests (even fire wood)! Thank you John for another lovely stay!

Dan S.recommends

November 2, 2024

Site 1 - Walt’s Mining Camp 1893

Peaceful Camp Site

John, the host was very friendly and accommodated our last minute requests. The camp was clean and peaceful. My friends and I felt welcome and safe during our visit. The abundance of free firewood kept us all warm and engaged with nature. We were delightedly surprised to find a foozeball in the middle of the campsite and made it part of our entertainment in the wilderness. I’m happy to recommend this site.

Location

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

Hosted by John B.

Joined in April 2021

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