Groveland

Travel Guide

Hetch Hetchy Reservoir showing forest scenes
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and forests
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir which includes wild flowers, tranquil scenes and forest scenes
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir which includes forest scenes
Groveland

Set on the edge of Yosemite National ParkOpens in a new window, this small town is just a short drive from some of California’s most inspiring landscapes.

Groveland is a popular stopover for visitors embarking on adventure holidays in Yosemite National Park. It’s a modest community at an elevation of about 3,100 feet (955 metres) in the rugged hills of central California. Make Groveland your base when exploring the granite cliffs, lakes, valleys and waterfalls that spread across the nearby Sierra Nevada mountain range.

Find a host of amenities, including cafés, general stores, hotels and restaurants on Main Street. Many of the buildings have colourfully decorated façades. Experience the welcoming atmosphere of the Iron Door Saloon, established in 1852 and said to be California’s oldest continually running bar. Learn about the region’s gold-mining history, plants and wildlife at the Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum.

About a 5-minute drive east from town is Pine Mountain Lake, a private residential neighbourhood with public access areas. Play a round of 18 holes at the William F. Bell-designed championship golf course. Go horseback riding at an equestrian centre. Camp in the wooded campgrounds, which has hiking trails, horseshoe pits, picnic sites and volleyball courts.

Start your exploration of Yosemite National Park at Hetch Hetchy ReservoirOpens in a new window. Admire panoramic views of the reservoir from the O’Shaughnessy Dam. Trails skirt the reservoir and lead to some of Yosemite’s more remote areas. Enjoy easy walks to Wapama Falls and Lookout Point, a day hike to Rancheria Falls or strenuous hikes to Smith Peak and Poopenaut Valley.

Continue your outdoor adventures by visiting Yosemite VillageOpens in a new window in the heart of Yosemite ValleyOpens in a new window. Discover Yosemite’s ethnological and geological history at the Yosemite MuseumOpens in a new window and Yosemite Visitor CentreOpens in a new window. Hike to breathtaking natural landmarks such as Glacier PointOpens in a new window, Half Dome and Yosemite FallsOpens in a new window. Take postcard-perfect shots at Tunnel ViewOpens in a new window and relax at thin strips of beach along the Merced River.

Groveland is about 150 miles (240 kilometres) from San FranciscoOpens in a new window. Public buses travel between the town and Yosemite Village. Travel here by rental car to have the freedom to explore the beautiful surroundings.

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

3.5 out of 5
33160 Evergreen Rd, 30 miles east of Groveland, Groveland, CA
The price is €241 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€241
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Very nice lodge. You can get everything you need in here. Seriously, you can spend time here without leaving the property and you will be good taken care of. They have general store onsite, which has everything you might need, ranging form ice cream and beer to fresh coffee and food. They have clean ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

4 out of 5
34001 Highway 120, 23 miles east of Groveland, Groveland, CA
The price is €433 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€433
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,003 reviews)
"A great place to stay with kids--so many things for them to do. And, of course, the close proximity to Yosemite is another huge plus."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Yosemite Westgate Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge

3 out of 5
7633 State Highway 120, Groveland, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free parking, an area shuttle (surcharge), and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"We chose this property because it was only 15-20 to the Yosemite Big Oak Flat entrance. Lodging deeper in the park was extremely expensive. This lodge was clean, cute, had everything we needed and very affordable. There was ample parking and they have a pool and hot tub. There is a restaurant next ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
6 Miles to Park Entrance! ~ 14 Acre Secluded Retreat ~ Wildlife Sanctuary

6 Miles to Park Entrance! ~ 14 Acre Secluded Retreat ~ Wildlife Sanctuary

Groveland
Stay at this vacation home in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance and Rainbow Pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
"Beautiful location and close to Yosemite park entrance. We stayed two nights and it was a great place to come back to at the end of a few long days. Be sure to get your directions laid out ahead of time due to spotty service in the area and reach out to the owners for instructions on how to operate ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

6 Miles to Park Entrance! ~ 14 Acre Secluded Retreat ~ Wildlife Sanctuary
Riverfront Home 5 miles to Yosemite! Private riverbank. THE closest to Yos. gate

Riverfront Home 5 miles to Yosemite! Private riverbank. THE closest to Yos. gate

Groveland
Stay at this vacation home in Groveland. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance and Big ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Perfect location to stay when visiting Yosemite. House itself is average, can use some new bedding and mattress. Location is wonderful though"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Riverfront Home 5 miles to Yosemite! Private riverbank. THE closest to Yos. gate
The Valley View: Pine Mountain Lake Cabin 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

The Valley View: Pine Mountain Lake Cabin 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

3 out of 5
19725 Butler Way, Groveland, CA
Stay at this 3-star golf vacation home in Groveland. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a pool table. Popular attractions Pine Mountain Lake Marina and ...
6/10 (1 review)
"It took over an hour for me to be able to get into the cabin - wrong code for door. I received the correct code the next day. A door was left opened and that is how I was able to get inside - very unsafe. No napkins and no response. It took a little over 30 minutes to be able to get inside the community ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

The Valley View: Pine Mountain Lake Cabin 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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