The best hot spring campgrounds near Tuolumne City, California

Camping near Tuolumne City, California? Look no further! Hipcamp offers over 1500 options in this area, so you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. From the stunning Finnon Lake Recreation Area with 780 reviews, to the serene Camp Nauvoo with 546 reviews, to the picturesque Meadows at Isleton with 514 reviews, you'll be in good company. Whether you're into climbing, hiking, or off-roading (OHV), there's a campsite that caters to your preferred activities. And with amenities like campfires, showers, and trash facilities, your camping experience will be both comfortable and convenient. With an average price per night of $70 and options as low as $29, camping near Tuolumne City, California has never been more affordable. So grab your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Tuolumne City

Camping near Tuolumne City, California? Look no further! Hipcamp offers over 1500 options in this area, so you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. From the stunning Finnon Lake Recreation Area with 780 reviews, to the serene Camp Nauvoo with 546 reviews, to the picturesque Meadows at Isleton with 514 reviews, you'll be in good company. Whether you're into climbing, hiking, or off-roading (OHV), there's a campsite that caters to your preferred activities. And with amenities like campfires, showers, and trash facilities, your camping experience will be both comfortable and convenient. With an average price per night of $70 and options as low as $29, camping near Tuolumne City, California has never been more affordable. So grab your gear and get ready to explore the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Tuolumne City

1. BaseCampByBo!

95%

(342)

10mi from Tuolumne City · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

If you are looking for man made and leveled campsites, then this is not your basecamp. This land is a gorgeous 20 acres that means a lot to us.  It's space to find your peace of mind and pitch a tent or hammock, as you would when hiking the backcountry.  Aside from complimentary ice water, potty, shower, soaps, sanitizer, sunscreen, first aid, communal fire pit, wood stove and dishwashing area) this is not "glamping".  If you are  a person who appreciates nature and making due with what the land has provided, then we are a great fit. Guests have 20 acres to find a secluded, or socially distanced spot to pitch camp. This is for people that know how to camp in the backcountry -  Without a trash can, who don’t leave cigarette butts, respect the land and would rather not be sectioned off. Flat areas are all over if you explore, and use your feet to brush aside rocks and twigs, to lay down a tent base, as we do every time we camp in the backcountry. The geography of these mountains is just that, hills and mountains. The vista at the top of the property is gorgeous and easily camps 5 tents spaced out. The property does offer many other great camping areas, and I’m more than happy to point them out. Yosemite is 30 minutes away, Don Pedro lake is 30 minutes, Cherry Lake is 30 minutes, Preston falls and Carlon falls are both 30 min away.  Downtown Groveland Is 7 minutes away, and other historic towns are not too far.  Close to many swimming holes. Rainbow pools is 15 minutes away. 10 min from the local grocery store and other local shops. Base Camp is just off of highway 120. Sonora has a great farmers market on Sunday and is a beautiful 40 min drive away. Thank you for taking time to read this, we look forward to hosting you!  -Best    Jarrett & Bo

2. Sierra National Forest

92%

(176)

1360 sites · Big Creek, California

“Secret Yosemite” offers scenic beauty, rugged forests, and outdoor recreation with smaller crowds.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

3. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

92%

(69)

868 sites · Mono City, California

Explore the largest national forest in the lower 48 with trails, fishing spots and hot springs.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Public campgrounds near Tuolumne City

Railroad Flat Campground

27mi from Tuolumne City · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

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Willow Placer Campground

27mi from Tuolumne City · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

McCabe Flat Campground

28mi from Tuolumne City · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

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Dry Gulch Campground

30mi from Tuolumne City · 4 sites · in Sierra National Forest

You have to past Incline Road and Dry Glutch Campground to get this one. I missed it when I checked in at 10PM.

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Dirt Flat Campground

30mi from Tuolumne City · 2 sites · in Sierra National Forest

Jerseydale Campground

36mi from Tuolumne City · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

Campsite #16 on the top half of the campground loop (Closer to the highway)

67%

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Leavitt Meadows Campground

45mi from Tuolumne City · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

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Summerdale Campground

47mi from Tuolumne City · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

Obsidian Campground

49mi from Tuolumne City · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

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Big Sandy Campground

50mi from Tuolumne City · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sierra National Forest

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Silver Creek Campground

50mi from Tuolumne City · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

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Sonora Bridge Campground

50mi from Tuolumne City · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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James

October 2025

16 ft pop-up camper

2 nights at BaseCampByBo!

We loved camping at BaseCampByBo! The location and scenery was insane and we got to meet Bo himself! It was easy to find and Jarrett was incredibly helpful. The campsite feels isolated and gives the wild camping feel whilst being not crazy far from civilization. 30 minutes from some amazing hikes in Yosemite.

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Brian

September 2025

14 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to BaseCampByBo!

Great site. Good views and peaceful and quiet. Shower and bathroom were in good shape.

Sergio

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to BaseCampByBo!

Great Host ! Great camping spot! Will definitely recommend! The host was really kind, helpful and informative! His Dog was also pretty awesome! We Had a great experience!

Clarissa

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to BaseCampByBo!

Thank you so much to Jarrett for sharing his land with us. It’s beautiful, private, and well maintained. We had a rough time getting to our reservation due to some car trouble and Jarrett was very understanding and flexible with us. After an unplanned night camping elsewhere, with inconsiderate neighbors, Jarrett’s spot was a sanctuary. We slept soundly under the stars at the top of a hill with a view of endless trees. The porta potty is one of the cleanest I’ve used and the outdoor shower was absolutely refreshing and hot. The location is perfect, nearby watering holes and close to Yosemite, that we did a day of each. We loved having our dog off leash with us and meeting the camp host Bo. Overall, it was a great spot and we will be back.

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Clarice

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to BaseCampByBo!

Beautiful place to camp, great bathroom, shower, sink set up. Feels very isolated even though you are right near the amenities of Groveland and about an hour from Yosemite Valley

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Derek

June 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to BaseCampByBo!

Such an awesome place Jarret has! Perfect location, not too far from the park and spots in Groveland. He was a great host and was really understanding of my reactive pup I brought with me. The spot on the hill was so peaceful. So much better than being cramped with a bunch of campers at a campground. Definitely would come back.

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Andrea

May 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at BaseCampByBo!

Our stay was fabulous. Jarrett was friendly, helpful, and went out of his way to make it a great stay for our family on our son’s 18 birthday. He set up a hammock, stove, and fire for us. The spot was very private and the views were amazing. Exactly what we wanted. Having access to water (shower and wash station) and a clean outhouse was a major bonus. Perfect spot if you want to be close to Yosemite without being on top of other people camping.