Open

The campground is open for the season, operating May through September. Potable water levels are currently low; bring extra water for cooking, cleaning, and drinking. Some sites are first-come, first-served while others are reservable via Recreation.gov.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited

Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…

Mtn. Tunnel Project Temporary Road Closure of Forest Road No. 1S28B

Temporary road closure of Forest Service Road 1S28B for Mountain Tunnel Improvement Projects

Extension of Seasonal Road Closures

Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-04 cleaving closed several roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Conditions will continue to be monitored on a regular basis and when applicable, roads will…

Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp Closure thru June 15

At the request of Tri-Dam, the Stanislaus National Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-03; effective April 15 through June 15, 2026, closing the Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp for all use.

Cottonwood Temporary Road Closure

Cottonwood Road Temporary Closure for storm damage repairs

Temporary Road Closures

This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…

Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition

Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition

Cherry Lake Camping Restrictions

Camping, cooking, building a campfire, or storing fuel on National Forest Lands at, below or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), or on the island within Cherry Lake

From Recreation.gov

**Limited Water Available**: Please be aware that we are seeing a low levels of potable water in the campground. We do apologize for the inconvenience but there is a possibility you may not have water at the time of your reservation. Please use the water for your necessities and Bring Extra Water Incase of outage. Bring water for things Like Cooking, Cleaning, drinking, etc. Thank you so much for your patience.

About

Dimond O Campground occupies a scenic mixed conifer forest along the Middle Fork Tuolumne River in Stanislaus National Forest. Its location makes it the closest campground to Yosemite National Park's Big Oak Flat entrance and Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, providing convenient access to the park's northwest features without the crowds of valley-side camping. The Middle Fork Tuolumne River runs directly through the area, offering warm-weather swimming, wading, and fly fishing for rainbow trout. Ponderosa pine and cedar trees provide shade throughout the campground. Several sites sit along the riverfront. Nearby recreation includes the Carlon Falls Trail at Carlon Day Use Area and the extensive trail network accessible from Hetch Hetchy. The campground serves as a solid basecamp for exploring both Stanislaus National Forest and the northern reaches of Yosemite.

Directions

From the Groveland Ranger District Office, head east 15 miles on Highway 120, then turn left on Evergreen Road and travel 4 miles. The campground is on the left.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $38 - $76

Vehicle

Max RV Length 48ft
Max Trailer Length 48ft
Big Rig Friendly Yes
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email Help.Stanislaus.Groveland@AmericanLL.com
Phone +1 (209) 379-2258

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Dimond O Campground Entrance
Dimond O Campground Toilets
Dimond O Campground Entrance
Dimond O Campground Trail Sign

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