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Lumsden Campground

Lumsden Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River approximately one mile from South Fork Campground and two miles from Lumsden Bridge Campground, within the Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area.

Each site has a picnic table, bear box, and a campfire pit with a grill. A vault toilet is available in the campground. Untreated water is available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended.

General Information

Temporarily Closed due to Storm Damage

Not recommended for trailers or RVs. Camp in designated sites only. The number of people allowed in a single campsite is 6. The maximum length of stay in any campground is 14 days. Campfire permits are not required in developed campgrounds. Do not burn plastic or metal. Please leave the area in as good (or better) condition than you found it. Often, locations destroyed by thoughtless campers must be closed to restore the area's natural health. Help ensure your favorite area remains open.

Day Use:
Single Site: $25/night.
Please be prepared to pay with CASH or CHECK.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*

$25 per site.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 37.8389

Longitude: -120.0514885

Directions

From Groveland travel approximately 7.5 miles east to Ferretti Road. Turn left (north) onto Ferretti Road. Travel 1 mile and turn right (east) onto Lumsden Road/Forest Route 1N01 off of Ferretti Road. Travel approximately 5 miles to the campground which is located on the left (north) side of the road.

RVs and trailers are not recommended on Lumsden Road/Forest Route 1N10.

Lumsden Road from Lumsden Bridge to Forest Route 1N01 is closed December 15 to April 15 according to the Motorized Travel Management Plan.

Lumsden Road is subject to closure during inclement weather.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 8th, 2025