Crane Valley Group Campground sits in the oak and pine forest near Bass Lake, designed for larger gatherings with seven sites accommodating 12 to 30 people each. The campground trades lake views for forest shade and serves as a solid base camp for Bass Lake recreation and day trips into Yosemite.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Group
- 💵Fee per Night
- Free
- 📍GPS
- 37.33328, -119.58607
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
- 📞Phone
- 559-642-3212
- 🗺️Address
- CA
The Camp
Dense forest of oak, cedar, and pine creates a shaded setting away from Bass Lake's shoreline bustle. The seven group sites handle different crowd sizes — from 12-person family reunions to 30-person corporate retreats. Each site comes with the basics: grills, fire rings, and tables. Portable toilets handle sanitation, but you'll need to haul in your own water.
The forest canopy means no direct lake views from camp, which some groups prefer for the quieter atmosphere it provides compared to waterfront campgrounds.
What to Know
Crane Valley will be closed the entire 2019-2028 camping season due to massive hazard tree removal. Check current status before planning any trips.
When operational, this is group camping only — no individual sites available. The range of site capacities means you can find something whether you're planning a smaller gathering or need space for a larger crowd.
Nearby
Bass Lake anchors the recreation scene with motorized and non-motorized boating, fishing, swimming, and water skiing. California Land Management runs interpretive programs throughout summer at various Bass Lake locations.
Yosemite National Park sits less than an hour away, making it a realistic day trip destination. The contrast works well — spend your days in Yosemite's granite landscape, then return to the forested Sierra Nevada foothills for evening campfires.
The location puts you in Sierra National Forest terrain that ranges from oak-covered foothills through heavily forested middle elevations up to High Sierra alpine country, depending on how far you want to venture from base camp.