Cherry Valley Campground Entrance Sign
Cherry Valley Campground Amphitheater
CHERRY VALLEY
CHERRY VALLEY
CHERRY VALLEY

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

27 total sites

About Cherry Valley

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 mi 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

27 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 002, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 004, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 017, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 018, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 019, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 020, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 021, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 022, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · 16 ft wide · Paved
⛺ 037, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 038, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · 18 ft wide · Paved
🚐 040, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 042, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (336)

What Guests Are Saying

Cherry Valley campground offers a clean, well-maintained environment with friendly hosts, particularly JJ, who is praised for his helpfulness. The restrooms are consistently clean, and the scenic Cherry Lake provides a peaceful setting, though access involves a steep hike. While some campers noted the remote location and challenges finding activities, most enjoyed the spacious campsites and overall positive camping experience, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
336 reviews
5
69.0%
232
4
19.6%
66
3
4.2%
14
2
2.4%
8
1
4.8%
16

janet h

Verified

July 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

We had a wonderful time here!! I've been camping every year at cherry lake since I was 8yrs old. I will continue the tradition with my children for years to come. It's always great time!! The camp host Jay Jay and camp dog Zeke are wonderful and so friendly. Jay Jay does a fantastic job there. See ya next year!!

janet h

Verified

July 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

We had a wonderful time here!! I've been camping every year at cherry lake since I was 8yrs old. I will continue the tradition with my children for years to come. It's always great time!! The camp host Jay Jay and camp dog Zeke are wonderful and so friendly. Jay Jay does a fantastic job there. See ya next year!!

Frank L

Verified

August 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

It is a hidden gem surrounded by trees and Cherry lake nearby. The campground is clean and very well maintained. Clean dump toilets. Water is available but no hookups for campers. Camper spots are spacious (Some not horizontal 🤷‍♂️). Fire pits are available at each spot. The camp host is friendly and supporting.
Note, no phone or internet services available.

Frank L

Verified

August 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

It is a hidden gem surrounded by trees and Cherry lake nearby. The campground is clean and very well maintained. Clean dump toilets. Water is available but no hookups for campers. Camper spots are spacious (Some not horizontal 🤷‍♂️). Fire pits are available at each spot. The camp host is friendly and supporting.
Note, no phone or internet services available.

Ernesto L

Verified

August 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

4

Lugar Increíble para sentir la inmensidad del parque.
Sitio tranquilo y agradable.

Ernesto L

Verified

August 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

4

Lugar Increíble para sentir la inmensidad del parque.
Sitio tranquilo y agradable.

Dianna L

Verified

August 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

This place was awesome. Plenty of tree coverage, a lake to swim, fish, and boat in, and the man overlooking the camp was really helpful. Had a map set up to show us exactly where we needed to go the next morning. Will definitely be going back.

Dianna L

Verified

August 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

This place was awesome. Plenty of tree coverage, a lake to swim, fish, and boat in, and the man overlooking the camp was really helpful. Had a map set up to show us exactly where we needed to go the next morning. Will definitely be going back.

Alejandra C

Verified

August 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

JJ, the ranger for the campground, is awesome. He gave us valuable information of the area and he was very friendly. The campsites were beautiful
and the bathrooms were well maintained. The drive there is not for the faint of heart, but it definitely is worth it. JJ is truly living the dream.

sasha s

Verified

August 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

Nice campsite, close to the lake.

Location & Directions for Cherry Valley

, Groveland, CA 95321 United States

Elevation: 1,490 ft

Getting There

<p>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. </p>
<p>-Traveling from Hwy 120, go East from Groveland 13.8 mi turn left on Cherry Lake Road/1N...

Nearest town

Groveland, CA - 38 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

Highway access

Cherry Valley Campground is accessible via Hwy 120, which is approximately 13.8 miles from Groveland. Access is also available from Cottonwood Road, which is connected to Buchanan Road from Tuolumne.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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