Spinning Wheel Campground

Closed — Closed for the winter season. Typical operating season is May through October, subject to weather and snow conditions.

About

Spinning Wheel Camping Area is a small campground situated in the Stanislaus National Forest's Groveland Ranger District, providing convenient access to both Yosemite National Park and Cherry Lake recreation areas. The campground is located along Highway 120 in mixed conifer forest at approximately 3,800 feet elevation. This camping area offers basic amenities including vault toilets and bear boxes, with sites equipped with picnic tables and campfire pits with grills. No drinking water is available on-site, so campers must bring their own supply. The campground operates on a fee basis at $25 per night for single sites, with payment accepted by cash or check. Some sites may be reservable through the standard reservation system. The location provides easy access to Highway 120 corridor recreation opportunities, including nearby Sweetwater Campground and the scenic Cherry Lake area. The Groveland Ranger District experiences less frequent snow-related closures than higher elevation areas of the forest, though seasonal closures and road restrictions do apply during winter months.

Directions

From Highway 120 East, head towards Sweetwater Campground area. Turn onto Forest Road 1S15Y to access the campground.

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