Cherry Valley

Overview

Situated in the central Sierra Nevada, camping at Cherry Valley campground offers many beautiful sights. It is located in a forest of mixed conifers about 1.5 miles northeast of Cherry Valley Dam, 1 hour east of Tuolumne City, 1 hour northeast of Groveland, and 2.5 hours from the northwestern border of Yosemite National Park. Lake access is available via a hiking trail. The road to the campground is a winding mountain road and must be taken slowly.

Recreation

There are unlimited opportunities for fishing on lakes and rivers and for exploring hiking trails in the area. Cherry Lake has a boat ramp near the dam, conveniently located off Cherry Lake Road. Visitors to Cherry Valley can enjoy a quiet lake experience great for water sports, swimming, and fishing.

Facilities

Cherry Valley has 41 single and five double family sites with paved roads and spurs. Each site has a table and campfire pit with a grill. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. The opening and closing dates are somewhat weather dependent, but the campground is generally open for the first day of fishing season, the last Friday in April. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

Natural Features

Visitors to Cherry Valley campground can enjoy easy access to nearby Cherry Lake, the largest lake in the Stanislaus National Forest. Anglers flock to Cherry Lake every year, plotting their next catch of eastern brook trout, German brown trout, kokanee salmon, and rainbow trout.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (209) 532-3671.

Camp site features

Across 45 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: all 45 sites
  • Picnic table: 39 of 45 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 45 sites
  • Longest RV: 24 ft
  • Largest party: 12 people

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 18.8 mi · Yosemite Pines RV Reort & Family Lodging

Nearest water fill: 15.5 mi

Directions

Campground can be reached from Hwy 120 using Cherry Lake Road also known as Forest Road (FR) 1N07 or from Cottonwood Road also known as FR 1N04. -Traveling from Hwy 120, go East from Groveland 13.8 miles turn left on Cherry Lake Road/1N07 for 23.5 miles where it becomes Cottonwood Road. Turn left and travel approximately 0.5 miles North. You will see the Cherry Valley Campground sign turn right North East .75 miles to campground. -Traveling from Tuolumne, turn onto Buchanan Road this turns into Cottonwood Road/1N04 and travel approximately 30 miles. Turn left at Cherry Valley Campground sign. NOTE: The Tuolumne route is advisable for RV’s and towing.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

183 reviews
5 stars
129
4 stars
35
3 stars
6
2 stars
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1 stars
9
Gina S
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Reviewed a month ago
Such a great stay! The host was lovely and made us feel so welcome, and the site was spacious and spotless. Would absolutely come back.
Ethan A
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Reviewed 2 months ago
We had a blast!
Ethan A
Loop:Cherry Valley
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Reviewed 2 months ago
We had a blast!
Konstantin V
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Reviewed 2 months ago
This is our second time visiting this campsite, and we really love it. It’s very quiet and remote, away from the nearby towns, which is exactly what we’re looking for. The sites are spacious, well organized, and nicely separated from each other, with beautiful scenery all around. There’s a very clean and peaceful lake nearby. Getting down to the lake requires a bit of a steep hike, but it’s absolutely worth it. The restrooms and garbage bins are well maintained, and cold water is available onsite. The campground host is very nice and helpful, and firewood can be purchased onsite as well. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Jeremy M
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Great campground. About a mile’s drive to the boat launch, and no easy walking access to the lake (especially when the water is low), but JJ and the team taking care of the place do an excellent job and are very helpful.
Carlos G
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Great campsite well cleaned and maintained. Staff was attentive and very helpful.
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Peak season

Apr 26, 2027 – Oct 13, 2027

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Peak season

Apr 26, 2028 – Oct 13, 2028

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