Sweetwater (Stanislaus National Forest) sits among the stunning landscapes of Stanislaus National Forest in California . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Sweetwater (Stanislaus National Forest) located in California, offering 50 camping sites.
Sweetwater (Stanislaus National Forest)
A Rural campground in California
Overview
sweetwater Campground Is Located on a Mixed Conifer Forested Site Adjacent to Highway 120, in Close Proximity to Yosemite National Park. Sites Offer Camping Furniture (Picnic Tables, Campfire Pit with Grill). Accessible Vault Toilets and Potable Water Is Available.
Sweetwater Campground Has 12 Single Camping Units. All Units Are Suitable for Tents & RV’S (32 Ft. Max). All Interior and Spur Roads Are Poaved. Each Unit Contains at Least One Picnic Table, Fire Ring and Bear Box. This Is One Double Vault Toilet Until (2 Toilets). Well Water Is Available and Is Piped to 3 Faucets Throughout the Campground.
Nearby Attractions
Rainbow Pools Is.8 Miles From Campground and Has Hiking Around It.
Preston Fall Trailhead Is 7.3 Miles From the Campground and Is a 4.5 Mile Hike.
Carlon Day Use Area Is 9.8 Miles From the Campground.
Buck Meadow Is 3.1 Miles From the Campground.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Sweetwater Campground
City: , California 95321.0
Coordinates: 37.82397, -120.00495
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|picnic|water|fire-ring|trail|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $32-45
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 20 stations
Nearest Market: LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco
Notes: Signals FROM LOS Angeles/SAN Francisco MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 50 stations (15 AM, 35 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: POP, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK, Country
Local News: KNX 1070 Am
Market: La/Sf/SAN DIEGO
Notes: 15 AM, 35 FM Stations from La/Sf/San Diego
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Yosemite Westgate Lodge/Buck Meadows Lodge
Distance: 3.0 miles away
Address: 7649 CA-120, Groveland, CA
Network: electrify-america
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10174943
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Stanislaus National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/stanislaus-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: stanislaus-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Stanislaus National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: stanislaus-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 43.0
- States Covered: California
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1076
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1076, 1076.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: california
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: stanislaus-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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