Diamond Gulch Camp

From US$38 For 1 night, 4 adults 2 reviews
Guests in a small trailer (added by manager 31 Oct 2022)

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View of the valley and yosemite in the background (added by manager 19 nov 2023)
One of the nearby lakes (added by manager 09 nov 2023)
Shaded pitch (added by manager 31 oct 2022)

  • Wild camping on a forested ranch a 35-minute drive from Yosemite Park
  • Groveland five minutes’ drive; Stanislaus National Forest 75 minutes
  • Portable toilet and washing-up area; fire rings and barbecues allowed
A stay at Diamond Gulch Camp might make you feel like you’re recapturing the lifestyle of the pioneers of the Old West. The site sits on a 320-hectare ranch that was once the winter home of the Miwok people, a Native American tribe that panned for gold in the mid-1800s. You won’t have to rough it like 19th-century prospectors, though – this family-friendly site five minutes' drive from the Gold Rush town of Groveland has handy facilities including a portable toilet, basin and washing-up area. And if you want to spend an evening under the stars, you can keep warm with a campfire in a firepit – or light up a barbecue. Nicely level grass and earth pitches sit in the shade of tall trees. Forest covers about half the ranch, and with leafy canopies comes assorted birdlife – is there a better way to wake up in the morning than to a lively dawn chorus? For more wildlife (including deer, chipmunks and bears), you can head into Yosemite National Park (35 minutes’ drive). Here you will be greeted by spectacular landscapes of forested granite mountains, dramatic waterfalls and vertiginous observation points. From Tunnel View, for example, you can look down on Yosemite Valley, with Bridalveil Fall, the El Capitan peak and the iconic Half Dome mountain (which, incidentally, is visible from the site, too). This is a top spot for active pursuits – from kayaking and fishing, to rock climbing and cycling, as well as winter sports such as cross-country skiing. Just be sure to check for permits before you set off.

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Tent pitches 8
Touring caravan pitches 4
Open all year
Please note
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

10

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent campground with clean facilities, friendly staff and level c

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Karyna C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and earth pitch

Liked: Excellent campground with clean facilities, friendly staff and level campsites

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great stay at John’s cute little campsite!

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass and earth pitch

Liked: We had a fantastic stay at John’s beautiful campground! The pitches are all well equipped with fireplace and table, they’re nice and spacious. And there is very little light pollution so a great spot for stargazing. During our stay John has been the most friendly, easygoing and welcoming host, showing us around his land and helping us find our way. Would definitely recommend this campsite!

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Diamond Gulch Camp

19322 Rolfe Road

Groveland

California

USA

95321

Directions

Timezone

America/Los_Angeles Pacific Daylight Time (GMT-07:00)

GPS

37.85701°N
-120.23927°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

On a hot day, take a refreshing dip at Rainbow Pool (20 minutes’ drive), a swimming hole surrounded by vegetation, with a small waterfall and rocks from which to dive. After cooling off, you can linger here for a picnic (you can grab anything you need from Groveland). Thrill-seekers make a beeline for the Tuolumne River (half an hour), a popular spot for whitewater rafting, with an 18-mile stretch punctuated by steep rapids. When you’re not busy paddling to stay afloat, you might be able to take in the splendid riverside landscape of alpine meadows and dramatic rock formations. More outdoor activities await at Stanislaus National Forest (an hour and 15 minutes), a wilderness area with a vast network of hiking and mountain-biking trails, plus trout-filled streams and lakes for canoeing.
  • Does Diamond Gulch Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Diamond Gulch Camp dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Diamond Gulch Camp? On a hot day, take a refreshing dip at Rainbow Pool (20 minutes’ drive), a swimming hole surrounded by vegetation, with a small waterfall and rocks from which to dive. After cooling … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Diamond Gulch Camp?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Diamond Gulch Camp? From €35.48 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.