Within a 30-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 in California: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Welcome to Yosemite Colfax Spring!
Home to a basecamp for river rafting trips during the summertime, we are located 15 minutes driving distance to the entrance to Yosemite National Park. If you are staying with us between May - September and want to come rafting, ask us about our river trips!
Our camp sits on a ridge with views down into the Tuolumne River Canyon. The Tuolumne River begins at 13,000 feet of elevation in the High Country of Tuolumne Meadows and provides drinking water for over 2.7 million people in San Francisco.
With cedar and pine trees, manzanita bushes, and wildflowers in the spring, enjoy the Sierras' flora and fauna. Our family has been operating our river rafting company for over 50 years, the last 11 of those years being here at Colfax Spring. Conveniently located off Highway 120, we are in close proximity to swimming holes, hikes, and more.
Enjoy the privacy of our campsite and getting world-class views to yourself, with all of the amenities (flushing toilets, wi-fi, showers.)
Make sure to check the Yosemite National Park website for information about reservations to visit the park!
The campsite is a favorite for its stunning views and proximity to Yosemite National Park. Campers appreciate the clean and well-maintained bathrooms and showers, which add a touch of comfort after a day of adventure. While some mention minor quirks like noise from the highway or power lines, the overall experience is positive, with friendly hosts and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The site is easy to find and offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a recommended spot for explorers of Yosemite.
We had an incredible experience camping here! Liza and Tom responded quickly to all of our messages and were incredibly gracious with us when we had to change our reservations around due to car troubles. So kind! The sites are clearly marked and all directions were super easy to follow. The hot showers and bathrooms were very clean, spacious and private. And the view!! Oh my goodness, from sunrise to sunset, the views were breathtaking. And when it was time to sleep, the nearby waterfall acted as our own little sound machine, lulling us right to sleep. We tent camped here for 5 nights and it was all around the perfect stay for our Yosemite trip. 10/10!!
This spot is phenomenal! The view is outstanding, the bathrooms are updated and clean, and the showers are heavenly after a long day of hiking. It’s a fairly short drive to the entrance of Yosemite national park. We had a view of a beautiful waterfall. The sunsets and sunrises from this spot are epic. Marty was friendly, attentive, and goes above and beyond to help in any way and make you feel welcomed. 10/10 would recommend and we can’t wait to go back! Do yourself a favor and just book it!
Fabulous location up on a bluff overlooking the Tuolumne River, well off the highway. Super clean, nice platforms (we had a van tho), new picnic table at our site. Showers and bathrooms were new and first class—like in a home, not a campground (towels included)! Owner is great, too, though we didn’t have anything we needed—it was all there. Next time we need to plan to go rafting, too!
Location
Groveland, Tuolumne, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Miwok and Me-Wuk (Central Sierra Miwok) First Nations according to