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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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

Janice U

Verified

July 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

Our family had a great time here, we swim at the lake but we had hard time finding it. You need to hike/climb into rocks. No shower , toilet is portable but they always clean it. You have to pay parking $10/day per car if you go beyond the car limit. Our tent site is very spacious and shady.

Anthony J

Verified

July 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

JJ was awesome!

Aj F

Verified

June 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

4

Went on a quick solo camping trip with my pup to check this place out before bringing the whole family, and I had a really good time.The camp host was friendly and informative. The campsites were clean, with plenty of good spots to choose from. I stayed at Site 5, which had tons of space. The bathrooms were the cleanest I've personally ever seen.

The water is a little difficult to get to and from, so make sure you don't forget anything and try to keep your hands free. The water was warmer than other places I've been to this year, which was nice since it wasn't the hottest day. The road in also adds a significant amount of travel time because it's narrow and winding.

Alexander G

Verified

June 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

The camp site was fantastic and JJ the site host was very welcoming and helpful. Only note is to be sure you have cash with you if you extend your stay once you’re on site because you can’t do that on the website.

Lucyna M

Verified

June 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

Beautifully remote camping location! Most campsites are in the shade which is fantastic. Can't wait to come back.

Pedro A J

Verified

June 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

We have been going to Cherry lake for three years and have had an amazing experience every time. Jay-Jay is an amazing groundskeeper. He is very informative and does a great job with kids. Bathroom and campground is super clean. We will definitely be retuning soon.

Tyler H

Verified

June 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

JJ the camp host was amazing.
I highly recommend this place, especially if you are visiting Yosemite. The drive to the park was a gorgeous lavender filled windy Road.
Not only is there a lake that’s super accessible, but a magnificent creek into a waterfall feature that is spectacular.

Jennifer M

Verified

June 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

Jennifer M

Verified

June 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

John M

Verified

June 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHERRY VALLEY

5

This is one of my favorite campgrounds. Well maintained and beautiful, with access to a Great Lake. The host JJ is always kind and helpful, giving information and delivering firewood to your campsite sometimes. I’ve visited a dozen times and I look forward to many more.

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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