Cedar Bluff
Cedar Bluff sits adjacent to Bass Lake in a huge Ponderosa pine forest. The camp features double, triple and quad units and is an ideal location for enjoying the many recreational activities and sights in the area.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 22 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
22 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 01-07 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | 01-07 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | 01-07 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | 01-07 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 12 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | 01-07 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 24 / 4 | Yes |
| 006 | 01-07 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | 01-07 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | 08-17 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | 08-17 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | None | 24 / 4 | Yes |
| 010 | 08-17 | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 12 / 2 | 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 | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Each unit has a picnic table, grill, campfire ring and paved parking spur. Cedar Bluff provides flush toilets, accessible flush toilets and drinking water. Some sites are on slopes, and space for tents may be limited to parking spurs.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Fresno, California: Take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right onto Forest Road 222 (toward Bass Lake) and keep right for 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake Campground office. Continue southeast on Forest Road 222 for approximately 2.75 miles to Cedar Bluff Campground.
| Nearest town | Bass Lake, California |
| Coordinates | 37.3096° N, 119.5471° W · Directions ↗ |
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
18 mi from the campground · 6,788 acres · 95% contained
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
49 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
50 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 ↗ | 6.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.9 mi |
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Explore
Video
Cedar Bluff Campground | Bass Lake | Sierra National Forest | Site by Site Tour
Worth a stop
Cedar Bluff is located 24 miles from the entrance of Yosemite National Park.
- 0.1 miLakeside Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 0.6 miRocky Point Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 8.5 mi
- 8.9 miKamook Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.8 miWillow Cove0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miWillow Cove 20.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miSpring Cove1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miGoat Mountain2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miWay of the Mono0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miWillow Creek2.2 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 · 14.4 mi
Natural features
Cedar Bluffs Campground is located in the Bass Lake Ranger District at an elevation of 3,400 feet. The lake is a very popular area known for its variety of fish, as well as the bald and golden eagles that make their home here. 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.
Recreation
Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. Popular activities include swimming, motorized boating, non-motorized boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing for bass, trout, bluegill and catfish. Nearby hiking trails include Willow Creek, Goat Mountain, Spring Cove and Way-of-the-Mono Interpretive Trail. 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 Cedar Bluff?
Sites at Cedar Bluff are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Cedar Bluff?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Cedar Bluff?
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
How many sites does Cedar Bluff have?
22 sites, including 22 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Cedar Bluff?
The longest site here provides 50 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 Cedar Bluff?
Cedar Bluff provides flush toilets, accessible flush toilets and drinking water.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Cedar Bluff?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cedar Bluff. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Cedar Bluff?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Cedar Bluff?
Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Cedar Bluff?
Bass Lake, California. Cedar Bluff is located 24 miles from the entrance of Yosemite National Park.
Source: Getting there
What if Cedar Bluff is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lupine (under 0.1 mi), Spring Cove (0.6 mi), and Wishon Bass Lake (1.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby