Lost Claim

3.9·58 reviews
·Stanislaus National Forest

Overview

Lost Claim attracts families and friends with its convenient location, just 15 miles from the northwest Yosemite National Park boundary in northern California. Deemed as an ideal base camp, visitors can explore not only Yosemite, but also the fantastic wilderness areas of the Stanislaus National Forest. Pets are welcome, but must be compliant with Tuolumne County leash laws.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Bbq

    (All campsites have Bbq)

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (All campsites have Firepit)

  • Food Storage Locker

    (All campsites have Food Storage Locker)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 0')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 1)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

Natural Features

Lost Claim Campground Highway Entrance - Credits: USDA Forest Service, Stanislaus National Forest
Lost Claim Campground Entrance - Credits: USDA Forest Service
Lost Claim Campground Water pump - Credits: USDA Forest Service, Stanislaus National Forest
Lost Claim Campground - Credits: USDA Forest Service
At 3,100 feet in elevation, the tranquil campground sits in a mixed conifer forest with ample shade at each campsite. Nearby is the Tuolumne River, which flows for 150 miles from the central Sierra Nevadas to the San Joaquin River.

Recreation

Lost Claim Campground Highway Entrance - Credits: USDA Forest Service, Stanislaus National Forest
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.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

  • pop up camper-N/A

Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive through Yosemite and explore its legendary waterfalls. Enjoy world class fishing on the Tuolumne River or at one of the many lakes in this western Sierra Nevada location. Go hiking on one of the many nearby trails. The town of Groveland boasts many shopping and tourist activities; check with the Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau for more information.

Additional Information