Lost Claim Campground Highway Entrance
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Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

11 total sites

About Lost Claim

Lost Claim attracts families and friends with its convenient location, just 15 mi 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.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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.

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 01, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 02, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 03, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 04, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 05, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 06, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
$25
/ per night
⛺ 06, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 07, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 08, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 09, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 10, Loop: LOST CLAIM Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews (172)

What Guests Are Saying

Lost Claim is a highly regarded campground near Yosemite, offering spacious, shaded sites that provide a sense of seclusion and privacy. The campground features clean facilities, well-maintained restrooms, and convenient access to nearby amenities and activities. Visitors appreciate the tranquil environment, beautiful surroundings, and attentive management, despite minor issues such as limited trash disposal options and occasional bathroom supply shortages.

Review Summary

4.1
172 reviews
5
50.0%
86
4
23.8%
41
3
14.5%
25
2
4.7%
8
1
7.0%
12

Timothy O

Verified

September 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Me and my Fiancé stayed here for one night on our way to Santa Cruz from Bishop. The campsite and campground was surprisingly beautiful in August. we look very forward to staying here again soon.

Timothy O

Verified

September 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Me and my Fiancé stayed here for one night on our way to Santa Cruz from Bishop. The campsite and campground was surprisingly beautiful in August. we look very forward to staying here again soon.

Vern H

Verified

October 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: LOST CLAIM

1

1) Our site (9) and several others have hardly any level or near level areas to pitch a tent and the table could not be leveled in any direction. So we used the top of the bear box to cook our food
2) The sign at the entrance said "FULL" yet most of the sites had signs saying "OPEN". No change in the 3 days we were there.
3) This is supposedly a "BEAR" area and we appreciated having food box at the site BUT just outside the restroom ther are 2 standard metal trash cans with standard lids same as you can get at any hardware store. both of these had trash along with metal cans inside. No need for bears to be smart to open these things

Vern H

Verified

October 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: LOST CLAIM

1

1) Our site (9) and several others have hardly any level or near level areas to pitch a tent and the table could not be leveled in any direction. So we used the top of the bear box to cook our food
2) The sign at the entrance said "FULL" yet most of the sites had signs saying "OPEN". No change in the 3 days we were there.
3) This is supposedly a "BEAR" area and we appreciated having food box at the site BUT just outside the restroom ther are 2 standard metal trash cans with standard lids same as you can get at any hardware store. both of these had trash along with metal cans inside. No need for bears to be smart to open these things

Caitlin F

Verified

November 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: LOST CLAIM

1

Camp No Sleep. We stayed here in early August and since it is so close to the highway, every passing car going over the rumble strips woke us up. They also started winter storm repair operations with heavy machinery nearby at 3am. Our day in Yosemite was pretty unpleasant due to the lack of sleep. Even if the forestry operations are complete, the highway with the rumble strip in the center divider will always be there, so don't reserve here unless you're a *very* heavy sleeper.

As for positives: The camp ground hosts were very kind and there was good blackberry picking for a tasty breakfast.

Caitlin F

Verified

November 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: LOST CLAIM

1

Camp No Sleep. We stayed here in early August and since it is so close to the highway, every passing car going over the rumble strips woke us up. They also started winter storm repair operations with heavy machinery nearby at 3am. Our day in Yosemite was pretty unpleasant due to the lack of sleep. Even if the forestry operations are complete, the highway with the rumble strip in the center divider will always be there, so don't reserve here unless you're a *very* heavy sleeper.

As for positives: The camp ground hosts were very kind and there was good blackberry picking for a tasty breakfast.

Makenna Y

Verified

June 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Spots were clean, and had ample room between other campers. This campground was close enough for trips to Yosemite, Hetch Hetchy and Bass Lake among others. There’s a gas station and multiple camp/grocery stores less than 10 mi away. Not that many bugs/mosquitos for Memorial Day weekend so that was a plus. There were really loud cows on the hills above the campground though so ear plugs helped.

Makenna Y

Verified

June 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Spots were clean, and had ample room between other campers. This campground was close enough for trips to Yosemite, Hetch Hetchy and Bass Lake among others. There’s a gas station and multiple camp/grocery stores less than 10 mi away. Not that many bugs/mosquitos for Memorial Day weekend so that was a plus. There were really loud cows on the hills above the campground though so ear plugs helped.

Gergana k

Verified

August 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Perfect

Gergana k

Verified

August 5, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: LOST CLAIM

5

Perfect

Location & Directions for Lost Claim

34660 Evergreed Road, Dimond O Cg #36, Groveland, CA 95321 United States

Elevation: 918 ft

Getting There

From Groveland, Take State Highway 120 east for 12 mi. The campground is just east of the Groveland Ranger District Office.

Nearest town

Groveland, CA - 12 mi

About 15 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via State Highway 120, which provides direct access from Groveland.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Contact customer service at the provided phone number or email for assistance.

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.

Fires & fuel

  • Firewood must be purchased locally and burned on-site to protect forests.

Fees & deposits

  • Senior discounts must be applied at booking for single sites.

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Last updated: October 18, 2026

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