Red Tail Ranch at Yosemite

97%

167 reviews

· Groveland, Tuolumne, California

90 acres hosted by Robb H.

5 RV/tent sites · 3 RV sites · 1 tent site

Near Yosemite National Park

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

Great for groups

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

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

Only 25 minutes from Yosemite's entrance gate, come stay at stunning Red Tail Ranch and avoid the crowds of the big campgrounds. With fast wifi, abundant hot water for showers, clean/flush toilets and inside space for cooking with a commercial sink for dishes, all the necessities for a comfortable stay are on site. Use Red Tail Ranch as an ideal launching off point for Yosemite or stay on the property and enjoy all that it has to offer. Red Tail Ranch is a beautiful 90 acre property in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Among the oak woodlands, meadows and coniferous forest, there are numerous trails to explore the property and direct riding access to a developed mountain biking area nearby. Great birding, botanizing and wildlife watching opportunities abound. We have RV sites with hookups, a five site drive-in campground and one walk-in campsite- all with clean, flush toilet bathrooms, hot outdoor showers, indoor camp kitchen and gathering space. Whether your pitching a tent, parking a campervan or rv, there are opportunities for everyone. For large events, workshops or reunions, Red Tail Ranch can be rented out in its entirety- please reach out with any questions or how to do this. New additions to the campground include hammocks, basketball, cornhole, darts and a ring toss game for all to enjoy. We are 10 minutes from the small town of Groveland with a market and restaurants and just down the road from the put in for rafting on the Tuolumne river. Our pricing is a little higher than other places nearby and this is due to the property's great locations, incredible beauty, and all of the amenities added for a great experience. If wanting more information about Yosemite or the surroundings, host Robb Hirsch is a biologist and professional nature photographer with 25 years of experience in the area. He also is connected with all the local guides for any outdoor adventure referrals. Concerned about getting into Yosemite with the new summer reservation requirements? We know all the details, including how to navigate and get through or around the system. Stay with us and we will show you how to access the park with or without reservations.

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97% Recommend201 ratings · 167 reviews

Red Tail Ranch offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience just outside of Yosemite. The ample amenities, including clean showers and bathrooms, along with a communal kitchen, make it a comfortable stay. Guests appreciate the quiet atmosphere and stunning starry nights, with the added bonus of being close to Yosemite and Groveland. The host, Robb, is praised for his responsiveness and helpfulness, enhancing the overall camping experience.

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Tim F.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

7 m travel trailer ·

Headwaters RV #1

What a beautiful, peaceful 4 nights we stayed here! Everything was great. Wouldn't consider anywhere else when visiting Yosemite.

Iliana G.

1 review

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· April 2025

10/10

Tent ·

Great Gray Owl Camp

Nothing more to ask ! Cute site super calm with outside shower, a little barn with couch to chill out ! Easy to find. Robb is a super reactive and considerate host, super polite and ready to help you if you need to ! I would recommend this campsite to everyone

Jacquelyn I.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Great for Yosemite, kids & groups

7 m travel trailer · With pets ·

Headwaters RV #1

The kids loved exploring the property, the dogs enjoyed the gates dog area and the adults enjoyed the peace and quiet and the 20 ish minute drive to the gates of Yosemite. We used the common area for meals which was so nice having a space for all 10 of us to eat at one table. We traveled with 2 other families who also stayed here and this location was perfect for our group traveling together. Bathrooms were clean, the outdoor showers were refreshing. We saw deer and turkey walking the property in the morning. Hookups were easy, getting level was simple, and the owner was so nice. He stopped by offering first hand advice on what to do in the area and made us feel right at home. Highly recommended Hipcamp!

Sabrina R.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Perfect Yosimite gathering place

7 m travel trailer · With pets ·

Headwaters RV #1

We used this site for a gathering place for our visit to Yosimite. We used the 2 RV sites and the neighboring tent site. The communal areas made for the perfect setting for group meals and hand out zone for audiotapes and kids (age 6-13). The shared areas were close and easily an accessible. The bathroom and showrooms were very clean and well maintained. We traveled with dogs and the dog run was great. Easily accessible and very large, making it easy to burn energy and relax. Location made access to Yosimite a breeze and was perfect for evening relaxation after a day in the part. Would recommend for family and group gathering, the host was cool, we felt like this was a home away from home. Very relaxing.

Jacquelyn I.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Ideal spot for a Yosemite visit

7 m travel trailer · With pets ·

Headwaters RV #2

This was the perfect stay for our Yosemite trip, only about 20 minutes to get to the gate . We stayed in our 28ft travel trailer (easy to park) and had the most relaxing and peaceful time! Full hookups, beautiful property and even a place for the dogs to run in a gated area. We ate meals at the table in the covered barn area and gazed at the night sky enjoying the peace and quiet. The owner stopped by for a hello a few times and was so helpful to offer advice on seeing the area and to answer any questions. The outdoor showers were great the restroom were well kept. We really enjoyed this place and would recommend it for groups traveling together. We had 2 other families we were traveling with and they had the spots next to us and we all enjoyed it so much!

Sabrina R.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

Perfect Yosemite Gathering Place

7 m travel trailer · With pets ·

Headwaters RV #2

This is a lovely space and perfect for a Yosemite adventure. We met friends and used the 2 RV spots and the neighboring tent site. The communal areas were perfect for gathering and the kids had plenty of space to roam and explore the grounds are well maintained. The owner could not have been more welcoming and respectful. We enjoyed hearing about the history of the property and the surrounding communities. Showers and bathrooms were very clean and functional. We traveled with dogs and the pen was perfect, large enough to burn energy and easily accessible.

Location

Groveland, Tuolumne, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Miwok and Me-Wuk (Central Sierra Miwok) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking