Spring Cove
Spring Cove Campground is located across the street from Bass Lake in a grove of oak, pine and cedar, and is well suited for tents or small RVs. The sites are shaded and clustered close together. Bass Lake offers many recreational activities and is a popular summer destination.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 62 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
62 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 008 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 009 | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Back-in | 24 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 42 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 004, 007 are listed accessible |
Each campsite has a picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water and accessible flush toilets are provided. The facility's short parking spurs are paved and dirt-surfaced.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May |
| Forest | Sierra National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $30.00 ($33.30) Single sites $56.00 (62.16) Double sites. $7 fee for each additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site. |
| Rules | Reservations can be made up to three days before arrival. There is a 2 night minimum stay on weekends and 3 night minimum stay on holidays. |
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Getting there
Spring Cove is located about 20 miles south of Yosemite National Park. From Highway 41, take Bass Lake turn-off (Road 222). Head southeast about 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake Campground registration office for check-in (keep to right). The campground is southeast another 4 miles.
| Nearest town | Bass Lake, California |
| Coordinates | 37.3018° N, 119.5415° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Due to tight turns and configurations, this camp is not suitable for large travel trailers or RVs.
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Fire nearby
- WildfireDome
19 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
48 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sierra Nevada Trading Company ↗ | 6.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 17.5 mi |
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Explore
Video
Spring Cove Campground Site by Site Tour | Sierra National Forest | Bass Lake | California
Worth a stop
Yosemite National Park can be reached in under an hour, making it an ideal day trip from Bass Lake.
- 0.1 miRocky Point Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 0.6 miLakeside Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 9.1 mi
- 9.6 miKamook Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miSpring Cove1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miWillow Cove0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miGoat Mountain2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miWillow Cove 20.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miWay of the Mono0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miBrown Creek2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sierra National Forest.
- inSierra National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,418,790 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Mariposa Grove MuseumBuilding · Wawona · 15 mi
Natural features
The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra. Spring Cove Campground is located in the Bass Lake Ranger District at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Bass Lake is a very popular area that's known for its variety of fish, as well as the bald and golden eagles that make their home here.
Recreation
Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. Popular activities include swimming, motorized boating, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing, sailing and fishing for bass, trout, bluegill and catfish. The 2.6-mile Spring Cove Trail can be accessed within the camp. Other hiking trails in the area include Willow Creek (2.7 miles), Goat Mountain (2.6 miles) and the Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail (1 mile). A variety of educational programs are offered on weekends during the summer.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Spring Cove?
Sites at Spring Cove are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service (NRRS) @ 1-877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Spring Cove?
$30.00 ($33.30) Single sites $56.00 (62.16) Double sites. $7 fee for each additional vehicle. During holidays fees increase $2 per site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Spring Cove?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Spring Cove?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Spring Cove open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Spring Cove have?
62 sites, including 62 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Spring Cove?
The longest site here provides 42 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Spring Cove?
Drinking water and accessible flush toilets are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Spring Cove?
Yes, pets are allowed at Spring Cove. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Spring Cove?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Reservations can be made up to three days before arrival.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Spring Cove?
Sites 004 and 007 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Spring Cove?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map