Discover the best forest campgrounds near Turlock, California

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Turlock

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12 top forest campgrounds near Turlock

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Diamond Gulch

43 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents824 acres · Groveland, CA

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.

Walden Ranch

2 sites · Tents300 acres · Linden, CA

Walden Ranch began with the purchase of a neighboring 20 acres. Couple that with the inspiration of Thoreau's lines and life at the real Walden Pond, the ranch has grown to nearly 300 acres and the small ranch pond has grown to a 5-acre lake with a 3-acre forest and home. Scouts, family and church groups use the site for gatherings. Available are canoes, bonfire, and exploring the ranch's 300-head cattle, llamas, poultry and wildlife. Pitch your tent in a forest setting alongside a lake on a working cattle ranch. Watch wildlife or hike to smaller lakes on the ranch. Other animals include dogs, llamas, geese, chickens, and horses. The ranch is within a 20 minute drive to either Stockton or Lodi, CA and is surrounded by vineyards, orchards and pastures. Outdoor flush toilets, sink, tables and fire ring available. Forested area is set amidst grazing lands. This "Walden" even has willow trees slipped from Walden Pond, MA. Owner looks forward to sharing this peaceful, special spot!

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Yosemite Westlake Camp

33 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents6 acres · Coulterville, CA

Located on the John Muir Historic route to Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Westlake Campground and RV Park is convenient to all things Yosemite. Between here and the park is Rainbow Pool, a well-known swimming hole that campers here often visit on their way back to the campground for a refreshing dip in the cool waters. Coulterville was started as a gold-rush town. You can visit the museum and visitor center even try your hand at panning for gold.

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Wondernut Farm

4 sites · Lodging37 acres · Big Oak Flat, CA

Wondernut Farm is an upstart, entirely off grid, working farm-stead being built from the ground up. We breed milking goats and sheep, heritage pigs, and are in the process of converting to a grade A dairy and creamery! We use organic practices, management intensive rotational grazing, and dryland pasture management. We sell our animals locally so that others can have their own milking and meat animals. Our 110 year old hay barn and the roof of the former lumber mill were all we had to work with in getting off the ground. Being first and foremost a functional farm, we can't help but offer a somewhat warts-and-all look into everything it takes to be working to our goals. Our hearts are, and always will be, educational and local community focused, and we work closely with farmers and friends alike in better understanding our innovative animal husbandry, power, pasture and water systems. Whenever we have time, we'll afford the same time and opportunities to interested hip-campers. Our location is stunning and historic, and the beauty of the wild, natural landscape is powerful, yet offers easy access to both Yosemite Valley and the San Francisco Bay area. The area features excellent road and mountain biking in the immediate vicinity, vast access to hiking and backpacking trails, a huge variety of rock climbing in the area, the best whitewater rafting in California on the Tuolumne River, with some tasty places to eat or drink coffee in the nearby town of Groveland, just 10 minutes away. Accommodations at the farm are certainly rustic, and private but not secluded, with occasionally heavily project-exploded shared kitchen and living space, showers, and airy flush toilets. Do be advised that animals are pooping, hammers are hammering, sometimes we need to look into a health or animal injury related issue. Sometimes there is blood in an animal birth or slaughter, and our working guardian dogs have been known to be noisy some nights. Water and electricity are both very limited (though we reuse all our water), waste must be carefully sorted into a number of different categories, and there is always evidence of ump-teen projects unfolding at once. The most difficult condition during much of the summer are nuisance flies, which are always gone at night. We have almost no mosquitoes or ticks. Depending on the exact situation and time of year, guests may have the opportunities to snuggle with baby animals and run our herd to or from pasture, and maybe even get their hands dirty picking veggies in the garden.

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Red Tail Ranch at Yosemite

9 sites · RVs, Tents90 acres · Groveland, CA

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. Welcome to Red Tail Ranch, 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 four site drive-in campground and two walk-in campsites- 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. 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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Joyful Heart

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Jamestown, CA

When we moved to the Sierra Foothills, we found this cozy, little spot on the property and we set up a campsite for friends and family. People loved the space so much that we decided to build this cozy cabin and host other guests as well... The hot tub can be filled with fresh water and be heated by wood and/or be filled using the on demand hot water heater. The private outdoor shower is in a beautiful garden setting.

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The Painted Lake

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Copperopolis, CA

Yosemite Gateway -Serenity Hills

6 sites · Lodging14 acres · Groveland, CA

YOSEMITE IS OPEN! Hetch Hetchy Road gate is open to get to Yosemite .....waterfalls are GOING OFF especially Rainbow pools! Park conditions https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/conditions.htm Useful websites: https://www.visittuolumne.com/ https://www.visitcalifornia.com/experience/things-do-yosemite-national-park/ We are 29 mins to Tioga pass up the 120 and 15 mins to Hetch Hetchy gate 14 acres on the way to Yosemite National Forest. We have a beautiful area for yourTents, RV or Vans. I can supply you with water from our well at the pump house and bathrooms We have amazing star views and huge deck to pop open a bottle of wine from Lodi. You can pack it in and we will pack it out. Trash is available in back of garage. Please only burn propane for your BBQ and fire pit. NO OPEN FIRES!! When you get to the property, Go into second gate with yellow chain down on floor and mailbox. Once you enter gate then you will see a tiny home on the right next to pump house. Make a right and look in that clearing ... Straight ahead is Fallen Tree Camp Left is Shady Tree Camp on the hill next to tire swing We will have a porta potty in that area for you to use. Water is at the pump house and small wading you can use as shower if your feel like it. 23015 Sprague Rd East, Groveland, CA 95321 is actual address.

Shangrilog Near Yosemite

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Twain Harte, CA

Welcome to Shangrilog, a hidden gem nestled on two acres of woods on the outskirts of Twain Harte, California. Immerse yourself in nature's embrace as you explore the lush surroundings and listen to the soothing melodies of the running creek that meanders through the property. Ascend to new heights and discover our three-level treehouse. Whether you're seeking solitude or a gathering space for friends and family, our treehouse provides the perfect retreat. Near Sonora Pass, Pinecrest Lake, Dodge Ridge and a bit of a drive to Yosemite. Bring your own RV or use our pop-top trailer. Please note that there are currently no toilets on-site, but rest assured, we are working on it. Unwind under the starlit sky as you gather around the crackling fire ring, sharing stories and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're seeking a tranquil escape or an outdoor adventure, Shangrilog offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Book your stay today and discover the magic of our woodland oasis.

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Red Dragonfly Ranch

18 sites · Tents38 acres · Groveland, CA

Searching for the ultimate chill camping spot outside Yosemite? Red Dragonfly Ranch is your go to retreat a hidden gem tucked away in a scenic valley along the tranquil seasonal Cobb Creek . Just ten minutes from the vibrant town of Groveland, CA and a n East 29 mile drive from Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance , it's the ideal base camp for your next adventure . Immerse yourself in a perfect mix of stunning nature, peaceful vibes, and a laid-back atmosphere . Book your stay at Red Dragonfly Ranch today and discover why it's the top choice for a relaxed, unforgettable camping experience near Yosemite !! Follow us on Instagram @red_dragonfly_ranch Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have!!

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Wood Water Farm In Yosemite Woods

3 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Groveland, CA

Nestled near Yosemite, our campsite offers a picturesque escape surrounded by towering trees and abundant wildlife, including graceful deer. Situated above the breathtaking Pine Mountain Lake, the serene setting provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures and relaxation. Whether you're hiking through the lush forests, fishing in the crystal-clear waters, or simply unwinding by the campfire under the starry sky, this campsite promises an unforgettable experience immersed in nature's beauty.

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The Land Of Make+Believe

4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents14 acres · Murphys, CA

The Land of Make+Believe is a retreat space bringing magical realism to our nonfiction world... Located at the base of the Sierra Foothills in Murphys, California, we are fourteen acres perched on the edge of time. Our landscape straddles geologic formations that span millions of years across the Mesozoic and Paleozoic eras. The marbleized limestone outcropping is a prominent site feature that's culturally, geologically, and historically significant. It was used as a communal grinding rock — Chaw'se — by the Miwok to process acorns into meal for food. This same rock formation was later hydraulically mined for gold in the second half of the 19th century, amidst some of the largest mining operations during the California Gold Rush. Downtown Murphys, our local gold-mining town turned quaint wine country destination, is just 1.5 miles away. Our site manifests as a spiritual epicenter within the larger landscape, a gateway to the Sierras, a space of regeneration. Fourteen acres of pure possibility for gathering, for staying, for inspiration, for joy.

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Forest camping near Turlock guide

Overview

Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking to camp near Turlock, California and explore the beautiful forested terrain? We've got you covered with over 180 available options in that area. Whether you're looking for a rustic experience or a more luxurious retreat, we've got something for everyone. Check out some of our top campsites like Finnon Lake Recreation Area (780 reviews), The Enchanted Forest Retreat (743 reviews), and Camp Nauvoo (546 reviews). With popular amenities like potable water, the option to bring your pets, and the ability to have campfires, you'll have everything you need for a memorable camping trip. Plus, there are plenty of activities to enjoy nearby, such as exploring historic sites, going horseback riding, or even trying your hand at surfing. So pack your bags, grab your gear, and get ready for an amazing camping adventure in the forest near Turlock, California!