Family Camp at Yosemite Campership Program
Application and Information

Support Family Camp at Yosemite
Offsetting Capital & Operational Expenses for Family Camp
Donations can be made by calling (408) 893-PARK,
through the San José Parks Foundation

or by mail:
San José Parks Foundation
P.O. Box 53481
San José, CA 95153

• Is San José Family Camp at Yosemite open to just San José residents?
  • No, San José Family Camp is open to anyone who is interested in this camping experience.
• Where is San José Family Camp at Yosemite located?
  • Camp is located just off Highway 120 near the westgate of Yosemite National Park.  The camp address is 11401Cherry Lake Road, Groveland, CA  95321.
• Are there cabins, or do people just tent it? 
  • There are 65 wood-frame, canvas tent cabins scattered among the pines and oaks throughout camp.  Each tent cabin can sleep up to six (6) individuals and has a deck, small table,two small benches, cots with mattresses and a bookcase.  No personal tents are permitted.
• Are there wheelchair-accessible tents?
  • Yes, there are a limited number of wheelchair-accessible tents that can be reserved.  Advance reservations for these are recommended.
• Are there tents that have electricity?
  • Yes, there are a limited number of tents with electricity.  They are available for an additional fee per tent, per night.
• Can you go with a mobile camper?
  • No recreational vehicles (RVs) are permitted.
• What if I forget my toothbrush or other supplies?
  • Camp has a store that offers a variety of amenities(e.g. ice, ice cream, cold drinks, snacks, fishing supplies,phonecards, sundries and souvenirs).
• What kind of meals does Family Camp serve?
  • Meals are prepared by camp chefs and served cafeteria-style in the dining hall.  Meals range from hamburgers and hot dogs to barbecue chicken and tri-tip.  Vegetarian meals are available upon request (please notify the Camp office of your special needs upon check-in). Sack lunches are available for those planning out of camp trips.  Please sign-up at Camp during dinner time at the store of the night prior to your trip. Sack lunches cost $5.
• What kind of weather can I expect?
  • The weather will be great!  You and any guests can look forward to many clear days and fair skies.  Be sure,however, to check the Yosemite area forecast before you leave.  Early mornings and evenings can be cool.  So, it is a good idea to bring an assortment of clothes that you can 'layer' with.
• If I plan to fish, will I need a license?
  • In the State of California, anyone over the age of16 is required to have a valid fishing license.  All California fishing regulations must be followed.  The California Department of Fish and Game regularly stocks the river in and near Camp according to current river conditions.
• Can I buy a fishing license at Camp?
  • No, Camp does not sell fishing licenses. You can purchase a fishing license before arriving at Camp at a variety of sporting goods stores.  Groveland is the nearest town where a license can be purchased.  It is approximately a 10-minute drive from Camp.
• What type of bait do I need?
  • Trout, the Tuolumne River is stocked with both brown and rainbow.