Cherry Valley Campground, Groveland, CA

Cherry Valley Campground is located in the Groveland Ranger District, Stanislaus National Forest (2 hrs 24 min northeast of Merced, CA) with an elevation of 4,887 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 31 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $29.00 to $58.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.

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Campsite Reviews (84)

4.2 out of 5

5 star		56%
4 star		27%
3 star		1%
2 star		5%
1 star		10%

@LorreaneED2AB3 · Camped on Sep 28, 2024 at Campsite #16

Loved it! Just enough space & very nice area!

@ChrisB5203459 · Camped on Sep 14, 2024 at Campsite #16

Lovely camp ground, wonderful host, JJ. Well maintained.

@CarolinaM96F03 · Camped on Sep 13, 2024 at Campsite #12

We really enjoyed our stay here. The restrooms with vault toilets were clean and there was always toilet paper. The site where we stayed was quite spacious and we had plenty of room for two tents. The walk to the lake took about 25 minutes. We would like to come back sometime.

@CharlotteFEFF2 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #12

JJ the camp host was nothing but accommodating and an great resource for fishing. We have been coming to Cherry Lake for the last 4 years and with a total of 9 trips this is one of the most amazing places to be.

@CarolG4880279F · Camped on Sep 7, 2024 at Campsite #41

A very pretty campground. We camped the 1st week of Sept and during the week had the campground almost to ourselves. Cherry Lake Rd is very steep and it is not recommended for trailers. Take the long way around and come up through Tuolumne city!!! No cell service on the road up or at the campground.

@KirillM1F0F160 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #20

JJ (the site manager) and the site itself were great

@PedroC4833097 · Camped on Aug 28, 2024 at Campsite #14

Site 14 is massive, gets lots of sun. The walk down to the lake is a bit of a hike, we opted to drive to the boat slip.

@GabrielG64E756 · Camped on Aug 26, 2024 at Campsite #38

An extremely underrated campground! Very quiet, super clean, and generous campsite spacing. We took Tuolumne up to Cherry Valley and it was super easy (comparatively to the other routes people mentioned). The nearby lake is quite rocky and was a bit difficult to navigate, but other than that the experience was amazing!

@AlejandraC7664 · Camped on Aug 6, 2024 at Campsite #3

JJ, the ranger for the campground, is awesome. He gave us valuable information of the area and he was very friendly. The campsites were beautiful and the bathrooms were well maintained. The drive there is not for the faint of heart, but it definitely is worth it. JJ is truly living the dream.

@DiannaLA043AC5 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #20

This place was awesome. Plenty of tree coverage, a lake to swim, fish, and boat in, and the man overlooking the camp was really helpful. Had a map set up to show us exactly where we needed to go the next morning. Will definitely be going back.

@sashasF47AC318 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #39

Nice campsite, close to the lake.

@ErnestoLE60E36 · Camped on Jul 30, 2024 at Campsite #22

Lugar Increble para sentir la inmensidad del parque.Sitio tranquilo y agradable.

@FrankL5882017 · Camped on Jul 29, 2024 at Campsite #7

It is a hidden gem surrounded by trees and Cherry lake nearby. The campground is clean and very well maintained. Clean dump toilets. Water is available but no hookups for campers. Camper spots are spacious (Some not horizontal ). Fire pits are available at each spot. The camp host is friendly and supporting.Note, no phone or internet services available.

@JanetH5048939 · Camped on Jul 21, 2024 at Campsite #39

We had a wonderful time here!! I've been camping every year at cherry lake since I was 8yrs old. I will continue the tradition with my children for years to come. It's always great time!! The camp host Jay Jay and camp dog Zeke are wonderful and so friendly. Jay Jay does a fantastic job there. See ya next year!!

@HalH4640254B57 · Camped on Jun 30, 2024 at Campsite #42

Disappointed with restrooms located near smaller campsites. Also, the original booking turned out to be a campsite built on a rock pile with rock steps that were very high and steep. Even the camp host agreed no one likes to camp there. There should be images or explanations of the sites.

@LuciC6BAECBD87 · Camped on May 27, 2024 at Campsite #5

A gorgeous campground and friendly host. The only downfall is a very windy long drive to get there.

@RenMF0234CFADB · Camped on May 15, 2024 at Campsite #11

Cherry Valley was great! The camp host JJ and Campdog host "Zeke" were awesome! They were very hospitable and very attentive to the campers. JJ takes care of things right away. Getting there is not bad for a regular vehicle, but for longer trailers or Class A's I wouldn't recommend, the road winds downhill then winds uphill once you pass the powerplant all the while narrow. As far as camping it is next to the lake but it is about a 20 min steep walk but defininately worth it. We did camp in early May so we beat the rush of summer campers. We want to try to go back this season before summer ends. It's one of our favorite camping spots. Also, be advised : there's potable water, pit toilets and NO available showers.

@BrianT1694442 · Camped on Apr 30, 2024 at Campsite #38

Being a tourist, I had no idea that Cherry Valley is in the middle of freakin' nowhere. The roads are basically a once-upon-a-time paved logging road. Driving them at night is borderline dangerous. We cancelled our reservation after one night and never received a refunded for the remaining two nights. I'm sure Cherry Valley is good fishing and a great place for locals, but as a tourist looking for a site close the Yosemite - this ain't it!

@RobertB6182770 · Camped on Oct 7, 2023 at Campsite #3

Great site. Host was excellent and place was very clean.

@DanielB4603573 · Camped on Sep 8, 2023 at Campsite #4

Very clean, well maintained campground.

@JacquesVD5CEFF · Camped on Sep 7, 2023 at Campsite #42

I am a seasoned camper, and have visited many national parks. Yosemite is a crown jewel. However, same cannot be said of Cherry Hill Camping Site. The site is advertised as a "Yosemite Camping Site" on the official National Parks' booking site (recreation.gov), when in fact, it is 110 miles, or 3 hours away from Yosemite Valley. Imagine being booked into hotel in Phoenix, when you tried to book a hotel in Vegas? Disgusting. It ruined our entire weekend. Claiming this to be a Yosemite Camp Site, is nothing but a scam. Never go there.

@EileenD59B270F · Camped on Aug 15, 2023 at Campsite #37

Clean campground & bathrooms, beautiful scenery, balance of shade and sun at our large site. A perfect spot to spend the night after a long drive and before hitting the trailhead the next morning!

@EvgeniiaP69297 · Camped on Aug 8, 2023 at Campsite #11

This is my favorite place. Quite, clean, a lot of space. Sleeping in a coniferous forest is a great pleasure. There is no water, but this is not a problem at all. Take it with you. A great time to learn how to use water rationally. Nature, fresh air, silence, lack of Internet - ideal conditions for relaxation. Lake is clear and a lot of fish. Thank you.

@JuliaW6297849 · Camped on Aug 3, 2023 at Campsite #17

This sprawling campground was beautiful! A quick (but steep) hike led to a lovely swimming hole at the lake. Only downsides were getting to the campground (one road is closed, making it a long trek from Yosemite) and no running water.

@DavidM9841724 · Camped on Jul 25, 2023 at Campsite #5

The road to Cherry Valley was closed due to road construction. I had my two young grand kids in the car already in Stanislaus National Forrest and had to scramble already late in the day to hustle for an open campsite. REFUNDS for Cherry Valley??

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