Camp Connell, CA
Homes for Sale in Camp Connell CA
What is it like to live in Camp Connell CA?
Buying a home in Camp Connell CAmeans you’ll be surrounded by pine forests and mountain views — picturesque in all seasons. And the historic Camp Connell General Store is the heart of the community offering a variety of services and amenities, including groceries, a bar and grill, camping supplies, and gifts. During warmer months, residents and visitors enjoy performances in the outdoor beer garden, while indoor events are held during colder months.
Housing primarily consists of cabins, single-family homes, and many properties are owned as second homes or seasonal retreats.
Residents will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities:
- Hiking and camping: Trails and campgrounds in the Stanislaus National Forest.
- Fishing and boating: Proximity to lakes like Lake Alpine and Spicer Reservoir.
- Winter sports: Easy access to Bear Valley Ski Resort for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing.
- Summer activities: Swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding on nearby rivers and lakes.
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History of Camp Connell CA and General Store
Camp Connell was first used by Native Americans hundreds of years ago. Its location on San Antonio Creek was along a trading route between bands of Miwok, Piute, and Washoe.
The famous route – Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway or Hwy 4 – between Murphys and Carson City became famous when the Calaveras North Grove of Big Trees was discovered in 1852. Not long after that, the area of Camp Connell became a junction of roads between Sheep Ranch and San Andreas and was a favorite stopping point and rest area on the route.
In 1929, Jack Connell built the Camp Connell Store to cater to high country vacationers, complete with gasoline station, general merchandise store, rental cabins, and a campground. Camp Connell quickly became a stopping place for travelers along the Ebbetts Pass Highway, as well as a gathering place for local residents and cattlemen.
The Camp Connell General Store remains a popular stop for visitors and the heart of the Camp Connell community.
Images courtesy of General Store Instagram page and the Beer Garden Instagram page.
Camp Connell CA school information
Camp Connell is part of the Vallecito Union School District, with nearby schools including:
- Avery Middle School in Avery for grades 6–8.
- Albert Michelson Elementary School in Murphys for younger students. High school students typically attend Bret Harte Union High School in Angels Camp.