Open

Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates seasonally beginning May 1. Reservations are handled by River Ranch Campgrounds by phone. No potable water available; campers must bring their own or treat water from nearby sources.

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.…

Road closure for Forest Road 1N98 due to repairs for the Cherry Valley Dam Spillway Project

Stanislaus National Forest issues closure for Forest Road 1N98, SFPUC to make repairs for the Cherry Valley Dam Spillway Short-Term Improvement Project June 1, 2026-May 31, 2027.

Stanislaus National Forest extends seasonal MVUM closure for two high elevation roads

Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-78 cleaving closed Forest Road No. 8N13 and a portion of Forest Road No. 4N12, two roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Although the Forest generally had a…

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

About

Hacienda Campground sits in a forested setting along the North Fork Tuolumne River in Stanislaus National Forest. The campground occupies a shaded area near where Basin Creek meets the river, providing access to swimming and fishing opportunities. It is located adjacent to the private River Ranch Campground, which handles reservations and management for both facilities. This is a developed but rustic campground with vault toilets but no potable water; campers must treat or filter water from nearby sources. There is no garbage service, so visitors must pack out all trash following Leave No Trace principles. No RV hookups are available. Payment is by cash or check only. The campground is accessed via Cottonwood Road (Forest Road 1N04), approximately 4 miles east of Tuolumne City. The seasonal opening typically begins May 1. Reservations and availability inquiries should be directed to River Ranch Campgrounds.

Directions

4 miles east of Tuolumne City on Cottonwood Road (Forest Road 1N04)

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $40

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (209) 490-2267

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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