Groveland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hetch Hetchy Reservoir which includes forests
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir showing tranquil scenes, forests and landscape views
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir showing wild flowers, tranquil scenes and forest scenes
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir showing forests
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 £226 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£226
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location near Yosemite."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
Yosemite Westgate Lodge
Yosemite Westgate Lodge
3 out of 5
7633 State Highway 120, Groveland, CA
The price is £194 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£194
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free parking, a local area shuttle (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"It was a nice stay near Yosemite"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Yosemite Westgate Lodge
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 £436 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£436
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Groveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful landscaping! Dining was dissappointing."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
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.
Pine Mountain Lake Retreat. Our Home Has It All. Family and pet friendly
Pine Mountain Lake Retreat. Our Home Has It All. Family and pet friendly
Groveland, CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Groveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pine Mountain Lake and Pine ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
Great for family!
"Our family of 11 from 3 to 70 had a great time! The house was great for us and Megan was very responsive! Easy access to the house and the lake/beach was wonderful! Kids loved the pool table/play room, but didn’t want to sleep downstairs by themselves so if you’re planning to have young kids in the ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Pine Mountain Lake Retreat. Our Home Has It All. Family and pet friendly
"Escape By The Lake" - Gated Resort With Lake Activities Near Yosemite
"Escape By The Lake" - Gated Resort With Lake Activities Near Yosemite
Groveland, CA
Stay at this holiday home in Groveland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Pine Mountain Lake and Pine Mountain Lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
Great house and host
"Excellent host with well maintained house and excellent details. Great experience!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

"Escape By The Lake" - Gated Resort With Lake Activities Near Yosemite
Home with private hot tub & fireplace - walk to beach, two dogs OK
Home with private hot tub & fireplace - walk to beach, two dogs OK
Groveland, CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Groveland. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and patios. Popular attractions Pine Mountain Lake and Pine Mountain ...
Best expectations
"The hot tub and the back deck were the highlight of the property."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Home with private hot tub & fireplace - walk to beach, two dogs OK
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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Reviews of Groveland

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 16%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 16%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A bit basic. The newer sister lodge looked as you would expect newer and more modern. Personally I would try to go there as it is closer to the park but less wild. That is not to say you could have a very good experience at Grovelsnd

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Expensive places to eat but decent food. We visited a great little shop to pick up snacks and lunches for our days in Yosemite.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Everything was just great, we had fantastic time, the only thing of note is food and souvenirs are rather expensive.

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