River Ranch Campground campground
River Ranch Campground
Reservations are accepted at River Ranch Campground, allowing campers to secure their preferred dates in advance. It is recommended to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.
The best time to visit River Ranch Campground is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can get hot, so it is important to come prepared with appropriate gear and plenty of water. Wildlife sightings are common in the area, so campers should be cautious and follow guidelines provided by the campground regarding food storage and interactions with animals.
Overall, River Ranch Campground is an ideal destination for camping enthusiasts offering various amenities, accepting reservations, and providing a beautiful natural setting to explore.
What's on-site at River Ranch Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of River Ranch Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Ranch | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hacienda | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hull Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hull Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lumsden Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of River Ranch Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big C Ab Whites Gulch Nr Groveland Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Cherry C Bl Dion R Holm Ph | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Cherry C Nr Early Intake Ca | 457 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Bl Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Cherry C Bl Valley Dam Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 144 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Ab Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 1,490 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of River Ranch Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groveland 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lower Kibbie | 1.2 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gianelli Meadow | 13.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Springs | 0.2 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 208.3 in | 83.9 in | → |
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.3 in | -0.2 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Heaven For Kids Rotary Park
- Columbia Historic State Park
- Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
- Wilderness Emigrant
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park
- Utica Park
Boat launches
- Forest Route 1n10 Tuolumne County
- Merals Pool Put-In
- Forest Route 1n04, Groveland
- Glory Hole Road 6503, Angels Camp
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Clavey River From 3n01 To Cottonwood Road
- Clavey River From Cottonwood Road To Confluence With Tuolumne
- Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3n01
- Confluence With Middle Fork Tuolumne River To Confluence With Tuolumne River
- Sandbar To Confluence With North Fork Stanislaus River
- Confluence With North Fork And Middle Fork Stanislaus To Clark Flat
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save River Ranch Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About River Ranch Campground
Can I make reservations at River Ranch Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to River Ranch Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of River Ranch Campground.