Pet-friendly campgrounds near Chowchilla, California, United States

4.4 (397 reviews)

Codorniz Campground at H.V. Eastman Lake offers a great base for fishing, canoeing, birding, and hiking. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and golden eagles. Water level updates for the lake ...

• RV sites: 60
• Tent sites: 59

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Restrooms
• Showers

4.2 (258 reviews)

Hidden View Campground, situated at Hensley Lake in central California, offers recreational activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, attracting increasing visitors annually. The 1,500-acre lake, formed by Hidden Dam, features over 20 mi of s...

• RV sites: 35
• Tent sites: 41

• Picnic Table
• Restrooms
• Lake Access
• Showers

• RV sites: 13

4.0 (24 reviews)

The Merced River Recreation Area, located downstream from Yosemite, offers activities like whitewater boating, camping, swimming, and gold prospecting year-round. McCabe Flat Campground, the first of three BLM-operated campgrounds along the river,...

• RV sites: 2
• Tent sites: 10

• Beach Access
• River Access

3.9 (15 reviews)

Willow Placer Campground, located 3.6 mi downstream from the historic Briceburg Suspension Bridge, is one of three campgrounds managed by the Bureau of Land Management along the Merced Wild & Scenic River. It features eight walk-in campsites and o...

• RV sites: 1
• Tent sites: 9

• Beach Access
• River Access

Crane Valley Group Campground will be closed for the entire 2019 - 2028 camping season due to extensive hazard tree removal. The campground, located near Bass Lake, can host up to 7 groups and is surrounded by a dense forest of oak, cedar, and pin...

• RV sites: 7
• Tent sites: 7

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Restrooms
• BBQ

3.6 (27 reviews)

Recreation Point is a cove at Bass Lake with tent-only overnight sites and group picnic areas for 30-100 people. It features four camping sites—Knoll, Lagoon, Scout, and Acorn—and separate picnic areas named Cove, Oak Point, and South Park. The lo...

• Tent sites: 4

• Picnic Table
• Parking
• Beach Access
• Pet friendly

4.5 (427 reviews)

Forks Campground is situated on a hillside with views of Bass Lake and features a forested environment of cedar, ponderosa pine, and oak trees. Some campsites offer limited lake views, while others are located near a creek.

• RV sites: 18
• Tent sites: 16

• Potable Water

4.3 (341 reviews)

Lupine Campground is located next to Bass Lake and adjacent to Cedar Bluff Campground. It is quieter and more private, set further back from the lake compared to Cedar Bluff. Each site at Lupine offers enhanced privacy.

• RV sites: 32
• Tent sites: 30

• Parking
• Pet friendly
• Restrooms

3.9 (102 reviews)

Cedar Bluff is located next to Bass Lake within a large Ponderosa pine forest. It offers double, triple, and quad accommodations, making it a great spot for various recreational activities and sightseeing.

• RV sites: 22
• Tent sites: 9

• Potable Water

4.3 (271 reviews)

Spring Cove Campground is situated across from Bass Lake, surrounded by oak, pine, and cedar trees, making it ideal for tents and small RVs. The shaded campsites are closely clustered, providing a cozy atmosphere. The area is a favored summer spot...

• RV sites: 57
• Tent sites: 31

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Pet friendly
• Restrooms

4.1 (385 reviews)

Wishon Campground is situated near Bass Lake and features a shady environment created by manzanita, oak, cedar, and pine trees, along with dense undergrowth for privacy. Some camping sites provide views of the lake.

• RV sites: 37
• Tent sites: 34

• Picnic Table
• Parking
• Pet friendly
• Restrooms

4.5 (817 reviews)

Wawona Campground is situated in Yosemite National Park, 27 mi from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4,000 ft, and offers access to stunning natural features, including the nearby Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The campground, which has histo...

• RV sites: 52
• Tent sites: 90

• Potable Water
• General Store
• Restrooms
• River Access

4.0 (33 reviews)

Pines Campground is situated 15 mi from Yosemite National Park in northern California, making it an excellent base for exploring both Yosemite and the surrounding Stanislaus National Forest wilderness areas. Visitors can enjoy the nearby Carson-Ic...

• RV sites: 7
• Tent sites: 8

• Pet friendly

4.1 (172 reviews)

Lost Claim is a family-friendly destination located 15 mi from the northwest boundary of Yosemite National Park in northern California, serving as an ideal base for exploring both Yosemite and the Stanislaus National Forest. Pets are allowed, prov...

• Tent sites: 11

• Potable Water
• Pet friendly

4.4 (1316 reviews)

Crane Flat Campground, located in Yosemite National Park at 6.2 ft, is currently closed for winter. Visitors are urged to protect young plants by keeping wheels on parking pads. Due to high demand, reservations are highly competitive and should be...

• RV sites: 88
• Tent sites: 143

• Potable Water

4.5 (327 reviews)

Bridalveil Creek Campground is closed for the 2025 season and requires reservations, with no first-come, first-served sites available. Located at 7.2 ft in Yosemite National Park, it offers stunning natural sights, including waterfalls and granite...

• RV sites: 45
• Tent sites: 102

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Restrooms
• Fire Pit

3.9 (760 reviews)

Hodgdon Meadow Campground, situated in Yosemite National Park at 4.9 ft elevation, offers stunning views of waterfalls, granite cliffs, and giant sequoias. Campsites can be reserved up to five months in advance, with popular dates often selling ou...

• RV sites: 34
• Tent sites: 105

• Picnic Table
• Restrooms
• Fire Pit

• RV sites: 7
• Tent sites: 3

4.5 (315 reviews)

Dimond O is conveniently situated near the Big Oak Flat entrance to Yosemite National Park and Hetch Hetchy. It lies by the picturesque Middle Fork Toulumne River, offering opportunities for wading and fly fishing. Visitors can enjoy warm summer d...

• RV sites: 17
• Tent sites: 20

• Potable Water
• Picnic Table
• Pet friendly
• Restrooms