RV Resort
Yosemite Pines RV Resort
Groveland, California · (342 reviews)
After a long day in Yosemite Valley, the appeal of Yosemite Pines is simple: you pull back into a level full-hookup site, the AC kicks on 50-amp power, and the WiFi actually loads. This is a drive-in base rather than an in-park campground — about 35 minutes from the Big Oak Flat entrance — and that trade buys you comfort the in-park sites can’t touch. For RVers who want Yosemite by day and a real resort at night, it’s one of the better picks on the park’s west side. See our California state guide for how it fits a wider trip.
How far is it from Yosemite, and is that a problem?
It’s about 22 miles to the Big Oak Flat entrance, roughly a 35-minute drive, and for most RVers that’s the right call. In-park campgrounds put you closer but ask you to give up hookups, book months ahead through a lottery-tight system, and squeeze a big rig into tight sites. From here you day-trip into the park and come home to full hookups and a pool. Groveland is about 5 miles the other way for groceries and fuel, and Hetch Hetchy is roughly 15 miles out.
What does it cost, and does that price hold?
When we researched rates in July 2026, sites ran about $65–$95/night — but resort pricing moves seasonally, so read that as a snapshot, not a promise.
| Site type | Approx. rate (as of July 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Hookup Pull-Through | ~$85–$95/night | 50/30 amp, water, sewer, up to ~45 ft |
| Full-Hookup Back-In | ~$75–$85/night | 50/30 amp, water, sewer |
| Partial Hookup | ~$65–$75/night | 30 amp, water only |
Summer is peak, so the top of that range is what you’ll see for a July or August weekend. For how a nightly rate fits into a whole-trip budget, see our RV rental cost guide.
Which site should you request?
Take a full-hookup pull-through if you’re in a larger rig, and a partial site if you want to save. The pull-throughs are level and genuinely fit big Class A motorhomes and fifth wheels, which is a real advantage over the smaller campgrounds closer to the park.
- Big rigs: ask for a full-hookup pull-through; if you’re over 40 feet, call ahead to confirm the site.
- Budget stays: a partial-hookup site (30-amp, water) still gets you the pool, store, and location for less, and you dump on the way out.
- Summer: book two to three months ahead — the best full-hookup sites go first.
Who is it best for?
Families and couples who want resort comfort while exploring Yosemite. You get a pool and hot tub, a store, laundry, an RV wash, and WiFi that works, all a short drive from one of the most famous parks in the country. What you don’t get is a walk-to-the-trailhead location — this is a base, not a wilderness site. If that trade sounds right, it’s an easy one to recommend.
Bottom line
Yosemite Pines is the comfortable way to do Yosemite by RV: full 50-amp hookups, level pull-throughs that fit big rigs, and real amenities about 35 minutes from the park gate. Book two to three months ahead for summer, stock up in Groveland, and treat the posted rate as a moving target. Our California state guide and RV rental cost guide round out the planning.
Which sites to request
- Book a full-hookup pull-through if you're in a larger Class A or fifth wheel — they're level and take the biggest rigs without a shuffle.
- If you don't need sewer at the site, a partial-hookup site with 30-amp and water saves money and still gets you the pool, store, and location.
- Reserve two to three months out for summer weekends — this is a popular Yosemite base and fills May through September.
Pros
- Full 50-amp hookups and level pull-throughs that actually fit large motorhomes and fifth wheels
- Resort amenities — pool, hot tub, store, laundry, RV wash — plus WiFi that genuinely works
- About a 35-minute drive to Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance, so you get the park by day and comfort at night
Cons
- It's a 22-mile drive to the park entrance, not a walk-out-your-door location
- Summer weekends book out months ahead and rates sit at the top of the range
- The general store is convenient but priced above the shops in Groveland
Amenities
- Full Hookups (50/30/20 amp)
- Free WiFi
- Swimming Pool & Hot Tub
- General Store
- Laundry Facilities
- Playground
- Pet Friendly
- Dump Station
- Propane Refill
- RV Wash Station
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Yosemite Pines from Yosemite National Park?
It's about 22 miles — roughly a 35-minute drive — to the Big Oak Flat entrance on the park's west side. That makes it a comfortable drive-in base rather than an in-park campground: you day-trip into Yosemite and come back to full hookups, a pool, and WiFi at night. Groveland is about 5 miles away for groceries and fuel.
What does it cost to stay at Yosemite Pines?
When we researched rates in July 2026, sites ran about $65–$95/night depending on hookup level and date — partial-hookup sites at the low end, full-hookup pull-throughs at the top. Resort rates move with season and demand and summer is peak, so treat that range as a research-date snapshot and confirm the live price when you book.
What size RV can it handle?
The full-hookup pull-through sites take rigs up to about 45 feet and are level enough for larger Class A motorhomes and fifth wheels. If you're over 40 feet it's worth calling ahead to confirm a specific site assignment, but big-rig access is one of this resort's strengths compared with the smaller campgrounds closer to the park.
Do I need full hookups, or is a partial site enough?
It depends on your setup and how long you're staying. Full-hookup sites give you sewer at the pad, which is worth it for longer stays or bigger groups. If you're only in for a few nights and don't mind using the dump station on the way out, a partial-hookup site with 30-amp and water costs less and still gets you the pool, store, and location.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome for a small per-night pet fee. Keep them leashed around the resort and clean up after them; pets are typically kept out of the pool area and playground. It's an easy base for traveling with a dog since you're not inside a National Park, where pet rules on trails are much stricter.
When should I book for summer?
Reserve two to three months ahead for July and August weekends. This is one of the more popular RV bases on Yosemite's west side and it fills May through September. Full-hookup pull-throughs go first, so if you want the biggest, most level sites for a peak-season weekend, book early.