Can you reserve a site at Crane Valley?

Yes, Crane Valley is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Crane Valley?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Crane Valley?

Yes, pets are allowed at Crane Valley.

Are campfires allowed at Crane Valley?

Campfires are allowed at Crane Valley. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Crane Valley, California — 7 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

Season: Open Year Round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
7 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 30 people per site
Loops: AREA CRANE VALLEY

Site types

7 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

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7 campsites at Crane Valley

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
A	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	30	🐾
B	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	30	🐾
C	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	12	🐾
D	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	24	🐾
E	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	30	🐾
F	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	12	🐾
G	AREA CRANE VALLEY	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	18	🐾

Getting there

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.

37.33328, -119.58607 · 37°19'59.8"N 119°35'9.9"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	5.6	5.7	3.8	2.5	0.6	0.6	0.1	0.1	0.2	1.1	3.6	5.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Crane Valley

Can you reserve a site at Crane Valley?: Yes, Crane Valley is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Crane Valley have?: 7 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Crane Valley?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Crane Valley?: Yes, pets are allowed at Crane Valley.
Are campfires allowed at Crane Valley?: Campfires are allowed at Crane Valley. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Crane Valley also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Crane Valley's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Crane Valley A; $151.00 ($167.00)* per night Crane Vally B; $151.00 ($167.00)* per night Crane Valley C; $61.00 ($67.00)* per night Crane Valley D; $120.00 ($134.00)* per night Crane Valley E; 150.00 ($167.00)* per night Crane Valley F; $60.00 (67.00)* per night Crane Valley G; 60.00 (67.00)* per ni

Restrictions:

Maximum length of stay is 14 days Maximum group size is 45 people for each site

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Crane Valley