Pines Group Stanislaus

GROVELAND, California

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An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

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  • problem: Agency alerts

    14 active alerts in Stanislaus National Forest; most severe: Extension of Seasonal Road Closures

    USFSPosted Apr 16 · checked 14 h ago

  • clear: Weather

    Clear, high 90°F / low 65°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for campground

    OpenWeather14 h ago

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Oct 10 – Oct 17
7 nights

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About this campground

Overview Pines Group Campground attracts large families and groups friends with its convenient location, just 15 miles from the Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. It is an ideal base camp for visitors to explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas within Stanislaus National Forest, including Carson-Iceberg, Emigrant and Mokelumne Wildernesses. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws. Recreation Hike the Little Golden Forest Trail, a half-mile interpretive loop with the option for a longer two-mile loop. A short drive takes visitors to the Tuolumne River for wading and fishing. Winter sports are very popular in the area as well. Dodge Ridge, Bear Valley and Badger Pass Ski Areas offer a variety of winter activities. Facilities The tent-only group site is open year-round and can accommodate up to 50 people. In winter, camping is free but water and toilet paper are not provided. Natural Features The tranquil campground sits at an elevation of 3,200 feet, in a mixed conifer forest. The Tuolumne River is nearby, which flows for 150 mies from the central Sierra Nevada to the San Joaquin River. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564. Nearby Attractions Take a scenic drive through Yosemite National Park to view its legendary waterfalls and scenery.

Campsite info

Sites
1
Site types
Tent, Group
Reservable
Yes
Fire rings
Reserve a site

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When to go

Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Groveland 2, CA weather station, 7.3 mi away. High / low in °F.

  1. Jan53° high31° low
  2. Feb55° high32° low
  3. Mar60° high35° low
  4. Apr65° high38° low
  5. May73° high44° low
  6. Jun83° high51° low
  7. Jul91° high56° low
  8. Aug91° high55° low
  9. Sep85° high50° low
  10. Oct74° high42° low
  11. Nov60° high35° low
  12. Dec52° high31° low

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020

Where it is

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Forest Service

Source: USFS EDW boundaries; USGS PAD-US 4.1

Conditions

Active alerts for Stanislaus National Forest as of Oct 9, 2026:

Source: USFS forest alerts

Nearby

Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)

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