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Squirrel Rock RV Campground

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· Columbia, Tuolumne, California
8 acres hosted by Julie G.
2 RV sites
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Private gated RV campground in the Gold Country. Located in the historic townsite of Columbia known as the "Gem of the Southern Mines". There is 1 site so you'll have the campground to yourselves. There are 2 electrical panels so you can bring your family or friends if you like. If there are 2 RV's you can reserve the campground as a double site. WE ONLY ACCEPT FULLY SELF CONTAINED RV'S ONLY. NO TENTS Campsite has 2 electric pedestals 50/30/110. Water hookups at each site. NO SEWER. NO DUMP NO RESTROOMS AVAILABLE. Includes picnic table, camp fire ring, Weber BBQ, doggie station, horseshoe pit, corn hole, walking trails, and garbage/recycle bins. Winter camping dates subject to weather conditions. Located 0.6 mile to Columbia State Historic Park, parking and entrance is free and open year around. It is about a 15 minute walk. Close to Murphys, New Melones lake and Tuttletown recreation area, Moaning Caverns, Downtown Sonora, Mother Lode Escape Rooms, Columbia Airport, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, Black Oak Casino, Chicken Ranch Casino, Indigeny Reserve, Inner Sanctum Cellars Basecamp with other wineries and breweries nearby. About a 50 minute drive to Big Trees State Park and Pinecrest Lake. Yosemite National Park is about 1-1/2 hour drive to the Yosemite valley floor. Check for YARTS for transportation from downtown Sonora to Yosemite valley. There are several rafting outfitters in the area. Restaurants in the immediate vicinity include Mandy's Breakfast-Lunch, Columbia Frosty, El Jardin, St. Charles Saloon Pizza. Gas, diesel mini mart, market store nearby.
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100% Recommend130 ratings · 116 reviews
Squirrel Rock Campground offers a serene and private camping experience, complemented by thoughtful amenities. Julie, the host, is consistently praised for her warmth and helpfulness, making guests feel welcome. The campground is clean, well-maintained, and conveniently located near attractions like Columbia State Park and Sonora. While the nearby airport might be a concern for some, most guests find the occasional plane noise unobtrusive.
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Ashlee R.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
34 ft fifth wheel · With pets ·
Loved camping here! It was so peaceful and private. A very short drive to Columbia and Sonora. Highly recommend!
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Charlotte G.
5 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
20 ft travel trailer ·
Everything was just as you see in the listing or better. Julie has gone to great lengths to make their slice of heaven, feel like yours! Just go! This site puts the “hip” in Hipcamp! We will stay again! ♥️
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Ralph N.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Wonderful host, great place to be.
23 ft travel trailer ·
This is the place. Great site. Deer in camp. Walking distance to State Park and tasty food. Have fun.
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Jeanette W.
1 month on Hipcamp
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· February 2025
Loved our stay!!
35 ft fifth wheel · With pets ·
We loved our stay at Squirrel Rock campground!! The owner has created a serene and comfortable spot to camp. We enjoyed exploring the area and especially taking our granddaughter to Columbia State Park. You can walk to restaurants and a small convenience store if you choose but you still feel like you are camping away from the town. Beautiful sunset views and the stars at night were amazing! A very relaxing experience. We plan to stay here again.!
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Jennifer R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2025
Best hidden gem
We absolutely love this little gem. It is a little snug with our trailer but completely doable. It is always so clean, and we love that the deer and wildlife just walk through camp. It is close to places to eat, and little adventures and even central to come great wine tasting and pour houses. We will be making this a regular on our camping trip locations.
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Elizabeth C.
3 months on Hipcamp
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· January 2025
Julie was patient with our late arrival and incredibly hospitable. Grounds were pristine and beautiful. Highly recommend!
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Columbia, Tuolumne, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Miwok and Me-Wuk (Central Sierra Miwok) First Nations according to
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Hosted by Julie G.

Joined in May 2021
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