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Lumsden Campground
Lumsden Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River (area is unavailable) 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.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Groveland Ranger District (HWY 120) |
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| Operational Hours: | Temporarily Closed due to Storm Damage |
| Reservations: | No reservations: first come - first served. |
| Fees: | $25 per site. |
| Restrictions: | 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. |
| Closest Towns: | Communities along Highway 120 with gas and groceries:
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| Water: | Untreated water available from river, if running. Treating water before drinking is recommended. |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets are available in the campground. No RV dump station available. |
| Operated By: | Groveland Ranger District |
General Information
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.
Activities
Campground Camping
Tent camping is permitted. RVs and trailers are not recommended on Lumsden Road (Forest Route 1N10).
River and Stream Fishing
Available along the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River (area is unavailable) located next to campground.
Boating - Non-Motorized
The Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River (area is unavailable) is a popular river rafting destingation. Permits required to float river May 1 to October 15.
Related Links
Featured Events
- Nature Journaling Workshop
Date(s): Dec 8, 2023
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