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Tuttletown Recreation Area
Tuttletown Recreation Area, located at New Melones Lake on the Stanislaus River, features a large 12,500-acre reservoir known for its rich gold history and scenic Foothill Oak Woodlands. Popular activities include fishing, boating, hiking, and wil...
Crane Flat Campground
Crane Flat Campground, located in Yosemite National Park at 6,200 feet, 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 shoul...
From $36/night
Hodgdon Meadow Campground
Hodgdon Meadow Campground, situated in Yosemite National Park at 4,875 feet 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 sellin...
Wawona Campground
Wawona Campground is situated in Yosemite National Park, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4000 feet, and offers access to stunning natural features, including the nearby Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The campground, which has h...
Glory Hole Recreation Area
Glory Hole Recreation Area is located at New Melones Lake, California's fourth-largest reservoir, nestled along the historic Mother Lode. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing along ...
Crane Valley
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...
Dimond O
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...
Recreation Point
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...
Forks Campground (Sierra)
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.
Marble Quarry RV Park
Coyote Point
Coyote Point is located by New Hogan Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It offers visitors a refreshing escape from summer temperatures that often exceed 90 degrees. The campground provides easy access to the lake's waters.
Angels Camp RV Resort
Columbia 49er RV Ranch
Lupine
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.
Cedar Bluff
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.
Spring Cove
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...
Wishon Bass Lake
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.
Rocksteady Adventures
Ya-gub-weh-tuh Campground
Ya-gub-weh-tuh Campground offers stunning views of the Table Mountains and features six first-come, first-served campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. Campsites accommodate up to eight people and are accessible via a primitiv...
Equestrian Campground
The Equestrian Campground, located near the Nuckahee Learning Center, features ample trailer parking, horseback riding corrals, and a 1/4 mile trail connecting to main paths. It offers three accessible campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, and...
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Tuttletown Recreation Area
Tuttletown Recreation Area, located at New Melones Lake on the Stanislaus River, features a large 12,500-acre reservoir known for its rich gold history and scenic Foothill Oak Woodlands. Popular activities include fishing, boating, hiking, and wil...
Crane Flat Campground
Crane Flat Campground, located in Yosemite National Park at 6,200 feet, 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 shoul...
From $36/night
Hodgdon Meadow Campground
Hodgdon Meadow Campground, situated in Yosemite National Park at 4,875 feet 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 sellin...
Wawona Campground
Wawona Campground is situated in Yosemite National Park, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4000 feet, and offers access to stunning natural features, including the nearby Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The campground, which has h...
Glory Hole Recreation Area
Glory Hole Recreation Area is located at New Melones Lake, California's fourth-largest reservoir, nestled along the historic Mother Lode. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing along ...
Crane Valley
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...
Dimond O
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...
Recreation Point
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...
Forks Campground (Sierra)
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.
Marble Quarry RV Park
Coyote Point
Coyote Point is located by New Hogan Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It offers visitors a refreshing escape from summer temperatures that often exceed 90 degrees. The campground provides easy access to the lake's waters.
Angels Camp RV Resort
Columbia 49er RV Ranch
Lupine
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.
Cedar Bluff
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.
Spring Cove
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...
Wishon Bass Lake
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.
Rocksteady Adventures
Ya-gub-weh-tuh Campground
Ya-gub-weh-tuh Campground offers stunning views of the Table Mountains and features six first-come, first-served campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. Campsites accommodate up to eight people and are accessible via a primitiv...
Equestrian Campground
The Equestrian Campground, located near the Nuckahee Learning Center, features ample trailer parking, horseback riding corrals, and a 1/4 mile trail connecting to main paths. It offers three accessible campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, and...
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Merced has 82 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Rocksteady Adventures is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Merced vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Merced welcome pets. Dimond O is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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