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Cherry Valley
Cherry Valley campground, nestled in the central Sierra Nevada, features stunning views within a mixed conifer forest. It is located near Cherry Valley Dam and offers lake access through a hiking trail. Access to the campground involves a winding ...
Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Codorniz Campground at H.V. Eastman Lake offers a great base for fishing, canoeing, birding, and hiking. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and golden eagles. Water level updates for the lake ...
Wildcat Equestrian Area
The Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is an ideal spot for horseback riding, birding, and hiking, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and eagles. The facility offers a...
Murieta Equestrian Center
Murieta Equestrian Center is a major private equestrian facility on the West Coast, hosting over 60 events annually across various disciplines. It welcomes spectators year-round, with most competitions free to the public, except for the Sacramento...
Meadowview Campground
Starting Summer 2026, Meadowview Campground will require advance reservations for all campsites during peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Located near Pinecrest Lake, the campground offers various camping options, a beach, marina, and access...
Pinecrest
Pinecrest is a campground located by Pinecrest Lake, 30 miles east of Sonora, at 5600 feet elevation. It offers a beach, marina, shopping center, recreation cabins, and access to hiking trails. Pets are allowed if they follow local leash laws.
Huckleberry Group Camping Site
Betabel RV Park
Hidden View
Hidden View Campground, situated at Hensley Lake in central California, offers recreational activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, attracting increasing visitors annually. The 1,500-acre lake, formed by Hidden Dam, features over 20 miles o...
Sierra Mountain Lodge
Cook's Station Campground
Cook's Station Campground, established in 1863, is located at an elevation of 5,000 feet along Historic State Highway 88 in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, 60 miles from South Lake Tahoe. It offers 16 spots with hookups and 10 dry camping options, co...
Buck Ridge
The Buck Ridge group day-use pavilion at Hensley Lake offers amenities like picnic tables, a barbeque pit, and restroom facilities. The area features various recreational activities, including swimming, fishing, and hiking, and is conveniently loc...
BPO Elks Lodge 2484
From $30/night
Wawona Campground
Wawona Campground is situated in Yosemite National Park, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4000 feet, and offers access to stunning natural features, including the nearby Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The campground, which has h...
Thousand Trails San Benito
San Benito RV & Camping Resort
Bridalveil Creek Campground
Bridalveil Creek Campground is closed for the 2025 season and requires reservations, with no first-come, first-served sites available. Located at 7,200 feet in Yosemite National Park, it offers stunning natural sights, including waterfalls and gra...
White Wolf Campground
White Wolf Campground is closed for winter and typically opens from mid-July to mid to late September, depending on Tioga Road conditions. Located off Tioga Road at 8,000 feet, it's about an hour from Yosemite Valley and offers nearby trailheads t...
Paradise Gardens
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Cherry Valley
Cherry Valley campground, nestled in the central Sierra Nevada, features stunning views within a mixed conifer forest. It is located near Cherry Valley Dam and offers lake access through a hiking trail. Access to the campground involves a winding ...
Codorniz Recreation Area Campground
Codorniz Campground at H.V. Eastman Lake offers a great base for fishing, canoeing, birding, and hiking. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and golden eagles. Water level updates for the lake ...
Wildcat Equestrian Area
The Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is an ideal spot for horseback riding, birding, and hiking, situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is home to diverse wildlife, including bobcats and eagles. The facility offers a...
Murieta Equestrian Center
Murieta Equestrian Center is a major private equestrian facility on the West Coast, hosting over 60 events annually across various disciplines. It welcomes spectators year-round, with most competitions free to the public, except for the Sacramento...
Meadowview Campground
Starting Summer 2026, Meadowview Campground will require advance reservations for all campsites during peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Located near Pinecrest Lake, the campground offers various camping options, a beach, marina, and access...
Pinecrest
Pinecrest is a campground located by Pinecrest Lake, 30 miles east of Sonora, at 5600 feet elevation. It offers a beach, marina, shopping center, recreation cabins, and access to hiking trails. Pets are allowed if they follow local leash laws.
Huckleberry Group Camping Site
Betabel RV Park
Hidden View
Hidden View Campground, situated at Hensley Lake in central California, offers recreational activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, attracting increasing visitors annually. The 1,500-acre lake, formed by Hidden Dam, features over 20 miles o...
Sierra Mountain Lodge
Cook's Station Campground
Cook's Station Campground, established in 1863, is located at an elevation of 5,000 feet along Historic State Highway 88 in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, 60 miles from South Lake Tahoe. It offers 16 spots with hookups and 10 dry camping options, co...
Buck Ridge
The Buck Ridge group day-use pavilion at Hensley Lake offers amenities like picnic tables, a barbeque pit, and restroom facilities. The area features various recreational activities, including swimming, fishing, and hiking, and is conveniently loc...
BPO Elks Lodge 2484
From $30/night
Wawona Campground
Wawona Campground is situated in Yosemite National Park, 27 miles from Yosemite Valley at an elevation of 4000 feet, and offers access to stunning natural features, including the nearby Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. The campground, which has h...
Thousand Trails San Benito
San Benito RV & Camping Resort
Bridalveil Creek Campground
Bridalveil Creek Campground is closed for the 2025 season and requires reservations, with no first-come, first-served sites available. Located at 7,200 feet in Yosemite National Park, it offers stunning natural sights, including waterfalls and gra...
White Wolf Campground
White Wolf Campground is closed for winter and typically opens from mid-July to mid to late September, depending on Tioga Road conditions. Located off Tioga Road at 8,000 feet, it's about an hour from Yosemite Valley and offers nearby trailheads t...
Paradise Gardens
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Empire has 98 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Cook's Station Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Empire vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Empire welcome pets. Wawona Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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