Stanislaus National Forest, CA

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Leaving Yosemite and headed for Highway 1! We kept seeing these beautiful vista's and we were near Buck Meadows, so we pulled in there in time to see a small herd of elk! Yosemite Valley, California, USA An awesome road trip in 2016! #America #nature #park #outdoors #California #roadtrip #travel #blue #sky #landscape #mountains #valley #vista
Yosemite Valley, California, USA An awesome road trip in 2016! #america #nature #park #California #roadtrip #bluesky #landscape #mountains #valley
Calaveras Big Trees CA State Park protects 2 groves of giant sequoia trees that are 300 ft tall with 25 foot diameter trunks. The giant trees were discovered in 1852. The location first gained notoriety from a sequoia called the Discovery Tree that was cut down in 1853 and 24 foot diameter sections were shipped and exhibited in San Francisco, Cape Horn, and New York City. It was originally 363 feet tall, but now is only a 3' platform base where it originally stood. The posted picture was our hike through the South Grove area (a 3 mile hike with scattered Giant Trees). The colors and spring undergrowth of the forest was so green and vibrant. The beauty was unexpected and we plan to return in the Autumn when the undergrowth is changing colors. #GreatOutdoors #Nature
The Stump is what once was a Giant Sequoia tree that gained publicity in 1852 when mentioned by Augustus Dowd. The Discovery Tree fell on June 27, 1853. It took 3 weeks to cut down the Discovery Tree. Pump augers and chisels were used to cut it down, as no saw was large enough for the project. Discovery Tree measured 24 feet in diameter at its base, was 363 feet tall, and was determined by ring count to be 1,244 years old when felled. #LikeALocal
Gorgeous sunset on the 140 hwy

Where to stay in Stanislaus National Forest

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Tamarack

While there might not be top attractions in Tamarack, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company and Bear Valley Ski.

Tamarack
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

4 out of 5
34001 Highway 120 Groveland CA
The price is ₩388,487 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
₩388,487
₩435,863 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
This place was very pleasant and everybody was also. Would recommend this place to anybody

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

3.5 out of 5
33160 Evergreen Rd Groveland CA
The price is ₩293,241 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
₩293,241
₩329,001 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Great location, beautiful grounds. Quiet and remote. Perfect getaway! Staff were amazing!

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Yosemite Westgate Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge

3 out of 5
7633 State Highway 120 Groveland CA
The price is ₩191,577 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
₩191,577
₩217,813 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Very good location

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Yosemite Westgate Lodge
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Yosemite Lakes RV Resort

Yosemite Lakes RV Resort

2 out of 5
31191 Hardin Flat Road Groveland CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Groveland. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Rainbow Pool and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
Loved it

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Yosemite Lakes RV Resort
Mountain Retreat Resort

Mountain Retreat Resort

2.5 out of 5
936 Cypress Point Dr Arnold CA
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Arnold. Enjoy a fitness center, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
We came for our anniversary with our kid and drive up the mountain a few miles to play in the snow ... Hoping it stays open we loved it

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

Mountain Retreat Resort
Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed

Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed

3.5 out of 5
2338 Moran Rd Arnold CA
Stay at this vacation home in Arnold. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Sequoia Woods Country Club and Golf Course and Sierra Nevada ...
10/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Room was excellent and owners, Lynn and Aaron, are the best. Highly recommend the place and dealing with them. They couldn't do enough to make our stay wonderful.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Winterfell - No Hidden Fee; Dog OK; King Bed
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Popular places to visit

Yosemite valley and Merced river view from Big Oak Flat road Yosemite National Park, Mariposa county, California, USA

Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance

4.5/5(133 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance, a lovely green space in Groveland. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
Beauty in the trees! Just look around it's everywhere, you just need to look for it.

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Pinecrest with a visit to Dodge Ridge Ski Resort. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Dodge Ridge Ski Resort
Pinecrest Lake Panorama, Pinecrest, CA - Stanislaus National Forest

Pinecrest Lake

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pinecrest Lake during your travels in Pinecrest. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Pinecrest Lake
Beautiful winter mountain landscape, Bear Valley, California

Bear Valley Ski

Hit the slopes at Bear Valley Ski during your trip to Arnold. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Bear Valley Ski
Early Morning View of Lake Alpine, Arnold, California

Lake Alpine

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Alpine during your travels in Arnold. Experience the area's musical theater and festivals.

Lake Alpine
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Sierra Nevada Logging Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sierra Nevada Logging Museum during your travels in Arnold. You can seek out the golf courses and ski slopes in this relaxing area.

Sierra Nevada Logging Museum

Cities near Stanislaus National Forest

Beautiful waterfall seen off the Sonora Pass, California State Route 108, Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Sonora

Cave with a stream Running through it near Murphys, California

Murphys

Glacier point half dome sunset panorama

Yosemite National Park

Lightening topped Tree, Calaveras Big Trees State Park, California

Dorrington

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