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Crane Valley
FSU.S. Forest Service — BASS LAKE · California · Sierra National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Sierra National Forest |
| Location | BASS LAKE · California · Sierra National Forest · 37.33328, -119.58607 · Map |
| Sites | 7 public sites counted from the federal listing — 7 group standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 7 sites Water hookups at 0 of 7 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 7 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 7 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 7 sites · 30 ft: 7 sites · 35 ft: 7 sites · 40 ft: 7 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 7 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 559-642-3212 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Crane Valley will be closed the entire 2019 - 2028 camping season due to a massive hazard tree removal
Crane Valley Group Campground is located adjacent to Bass Lake and can accommodate up to 7 groups with tents and RVs. The facility is shaded by a dense forest of oak, cedar and pine trees, and although none of the sites offer direct views of the lake, the campground offers convenient access to the many recreational activities and attractions in the area.
Recreation Activities on Bass Lake include motorized and non-motorized boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, sailing and water skiing. California Land Management sponsors a variety of interpretive programs throughout the summer at several locations in the Bass Lake area. Facilities This group campground has 7 sites that can accommodate between 12 to 30 people each. Each site has grills, fire rings and tables. Portable toilets are provided, but campers must bring drinking water. Natural Features The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources.
The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra. Nearby Attractions Yosemite National Park is under an hour away and makes an ideal day trip from Crane Valley Campground.
Directions, from the listing
From Fresno, California, take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst. Turn right on Forest Road 222, towards Bass Lake. Keep right for 3.5 miles to the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
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Trip Card — Crane Valley
BASS LAKE · California · Sierra National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | BASS LAKE · California · Sierra National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 7 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232909 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.