Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

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 <span class="text-medium">GOLD MINERS CAMPED HERE IN 1852</span>
 <br>California's oldest and best campground has provided camping since 1852. In 1852, camping was for the covered wagons searching for Columbia's bonanza of placer gold. Step back into the past and pan for Gold right in our park.
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49er RV Ranch is a family-owned and operated RV park located in Columbia, California. The park is situated in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, just minutes away from the historic gold rush town of Columbia. The park offers a variety of amenities, including full hook-up sites, a swimming pool, a playground, a game room, a laundry facility, and a general store. The park also offers a variety of activities, such as fishing, hiking, biking, and gold panning. The park is open year-round and is a great destination for families, couples, and groups looking for a relaxing getaway.

<h2>Overview</h2><p>49er RV Ranch offers a unique blend of California Gold Rush history and modern convenience. Situated on a site that dates back to an <strong>1852 mining claim</strong>, this park provides a peaceful retreat for travelers looking to explore the Sierra Nevada foothills. Unlike sprawling corporate resorts, this ranch maintains a <strong>vintage atmosphere</strong> that complements its historic surroundings. It serves as an ideal base camp for those wanting to step back in time while enjoying reliable, well-maintained facilities and a friendly, personal touch from the staff.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>The park is located in the heart of the Mother Lode region, specifically in the charming town of <strong>Columbia, California</strong>. The environment is characterized by rolling hills, mature trees, and a sense of seclusion despite being close to local services. One of the primary draws of this location is its proximity to <strong>Columbia State Historic Park</strong>, which is just a short walk away. This unique positioning allows guests to immerse themselves in a preserved 1850s town, complete with stagecoach rides and saloons, without needing to move their rig.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>Travelers will find essential comforts designed to make long or short stays comfortable. The park features <strong>full hookup sites</strong> with both 30 and 50-amp service, accommodating a variety of RV sizes. Practical amenities include clean restrooms, hot showers, and a <strong>laundry facility</strong> to help you refresh during your journey. For those traveling with groups or clubs, the park offers a ranch house and kitchen area for gatherings. Modern necessities like <strong>cable TV and Wi-Fi</strong> are provided, ensuring you stay connected while enjoying the rustic setting of the ranch.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Beyond the immediate gold-mining history, the surrounding Tuolumne County offers diverse outdoor activities. You can explore the depths of <strong>Moaning Cavern</strong> or enjoy water sports and fishing at nearby New Melones Lake. A short drive takes you to the historic town of Sonora or the steam locomotive history found at <strong>Railtown 1897 State Historic Park</strong>. Additionally, the ranch serves as a strategic starting point for day trips to <strong>Yosemite National Park</strong>, allowing visitors to experience the iconic high Sierra peaks and waterfalls.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This park is ideal for history buffs and <strong>slow-travel enthusiasts</strong> who appreciate a quiet, authentic experience over high-energy resort activities. It is a perfect fit for <strong>couples and retirees</strong> looking for a serene environment to relax after a day of sightseeing in the historic district. Families who enjoy educational travel will also find the proximity to the living history of Columbia invaluable. If you prefer a <strong>small-town feel</strong> and a community-oriented atmosphere with easy access to nature, this ranch is an excellent choice for your California itinerary.</p>

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49er RV Ranch

Stay at 49er RV Ranch in Columbia, CA, just steps from the historic state park. Enjoy full hookups, Wi-Fi, and a quiet, vintage vibe in the heart of Gold Country.

49er RV Ranch: Columbia, CA Historic Gold Country Camping

Please update your website...very cute place, but if you are over 30 ft. Don't attempt to go there.  Drove 3 hours out of our way to get there, once there, no one way to fit into our site and of course we lost our night fee.  It was such a nice place, wish we could have fit.  The guy was nice, but our big truck and 40 ft. 5th Wheel couldn't make the turns.

This is a great RV park. It's used mostly by long-term RV'ers, but there is still room for vacationers like us. We stayed a little more than a week and found the park peaceful and enjoyable. It's a great location for all of your gold country adventures. They have a little store at the office for all of your camping supplies. Nice staff and clean facilities with bathrooms, showers and laundry.

The grounds are clean and staff is very helpful. They helped us back into our site which was appreciated since it's a cul-de-sac and very tight. If you are seeking a site for a home base while you tour this historical area, this campground will work. The sites are very small, short and close to each other. We had to park our truck in the site parallel to our camper, which took up almost all of the site. Quite a few campers are obviously full time. If you have children, there is no place for bike riding or an area to play. I felt it was worth a review especially for those with children.

This a quaint RV park with limited shirt term RV spots. It is about 45 minutes to Calaveras, 15 minutes to Jamestown Railroad, and 2 hours to get to the Yosemite Valley. It is a very quiet place to stay. Spots are a little short, so with our tuck pulled in, there wasn't much space. However, this wasn't a trip where we just hung out at the camp ground.

From the Sacramento area, there are a few ways to get here. Check the map and directions ahead of time so you know how you're driving and are comfortable with the roads and pulling a trailer.

The 49er RV Ranch is an amazing place to stay! I will never forget the kindness of the owners and maintenance when our trailer broke a leaf spring hanger. They were gracious and helpful while we repaired the trailer.

One of my favorite things about this park is it is clearly family owned. You can also tell how much they care about it. The grounds are well maintained and it is such a fun atmosphere with the gold mining theme throughout.

It is also a great location. It is easy to get to many of the amazing places to see in the area.

I highly recommend 49er RV Ranch!

We really enjoyed our stay at 49er ranch. The staff are very friendly. We walked along the road into Columbia historic park, took around 15 mins. We panned for gold at the park which was a great experience. Our plot was by the road, so there was a little noise but not too disturbing. The facilities are clean, and we were really pleased to be able to use the laundry and have wifi here. Would recommend!

This place blow me out of the water they were so kind and nice of staff and were very helpful when I came for a dump out

I was in a permanent spot, and it was very quiet, and secluded. The staff there are the absolute best! The manager is very knowledgeable and understanding. It's a great location for a weekend getaway.

Great little campground. Very small so not much to do within the ranch. This RV park is mainly set up for full time guests. We felt the website was a little deceiving in what things there were to do. We had 2 small kids that just wanted to ride bikes and play outside but there is only a small roundabout in front of the trailer parking to do this, or your campsite. We loved the quiet but even just playing a game of frisbee with our 5 year old after dinner seemed to disrupt the neighbors who went to bed at 4pm. We would stay here again but only for the ease of location to everything and if we didn't have kids. There is a more kid friendly RV park just down the road.

Pro - friendly, helpful staff. Con - small park but staff is very helpful with getting you parked. Biggest con - there is no place to walk around for exercise. The road just outside the entrance leads to the state park but it's not a very safe/walkable road. Not really a pro or con, but there are a lot of people who work and it's noisy when they leave since everyone is so close to each other. That can be a pro if you're anxious to get sight seeing in the morning. The park has some cute decor around that could really use refreshing. The location worked for why we were there and the staff was friendly.

It's a nice small quaint park. Probably not a lot of spaces for super large rigs because it's not a huge park. But it was a nice park, people there were super friendly and hookups worked. Area was clean and it's in a cute part of Columbia just up the road from old town. I will definitely be going back.

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