Big Creek Boarding

Big Creek Boarding Big Creek Boarding is a small, privately run dog boarding facility near Yosemite offering abundant group play

Big Creek Boarding is a small, privately run boarding facility operating since 2006. We only board a few dogs at a time which allows us to maintain a low-stress environment for each of the dogs in our care. This also helps us to provide personalized attention to each dog's needs, special or otherwise. We strive to provide ample supervised group play time daily, usually about 7 hours. As space is l

imited, we strongly recommend that you make your reservations as early as possible.

-Located 20 miles from Yosemite National Park's Western entrance (State Highway 120) near Groveland, CA
-Ideal for large dogs
-Spacious fenced outdoor area
-Individual indoor sleeping areas (~6’ x 6’)
-Indoor areas climate controlled
-Ample supervised socialization & play time

Pickup and drop-off times are:
-7:00-8:30 am
-1:00-4:30 pm
-7:00-8:30 pm
-Other times by request

Requirements:
-Dogs must be dog-friendly
-Dogs must be current on all vaccinations (including Bordetella)
-Dogs must be on a flea/tick preventative
-Heartworm preventative recommended

Check out our Yelp reviews. http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-creek-boarding-groveland-big-oak-flat?sort_by=date_desc

Owned & Operated by Bonnie Hirtzel
page maintained by Tonya Hirtzel

Can’t wait to visit the new Tangled Hearts Cafe!
05/31/2024

Can’t wait to visit the new Tangled Hearts Cafe!

04/07/2024

UPDATE: Big Oak Flat Road reopened by 4:30 pm on April 8.
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The Big Oak Flat Road (extension of Highway 120) is closed from the Foresta Junction to the intersection with El Portal Road (extension of Highway 140) due to rockfall. Park crews are currently assessing the situation as the rockfall area may still be active. We expect the closure to last at least through Tuesday evening (April 9). We will announce updates as more information becomes available.

04/06/2024
04/02/2024

Is your dog or cat vaccinated against Rabies? If not, get them vaccinated against this deadly disease by coming to our annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic in May. See flyer below for details.

The Easter Bunny (Pilot) made an early visit to Big Creek.  Thanks for hopping in!
03/29/2024

The Easter Bunny (Pilot) made an early visit to Big Creek. Thanks for hopping in!

03/03/2024

Yosemite National Park will partially reopen today, Sunday March 3, at noon. Visitors may enter the park via Highway 41/Wawona Road and Highway 140/El Portal Road. Expect snowy conditions throughout the park.

Big Oak Flat Road (Highway 120 from the west), Badger Pass Road and ski area, and Hetch Hetchy Road will reopen on Monday, March 4, at noon, conditions permitting. Tire chains may be required. Please call 209/372-0200 (then 1, 1) to check road conditions and status.

Wawona Campground and Camp 4 (both first-come, first-served) and Upper Pines Campground (reservation required) will reopen at noon. Be prepared for winter camping (bring a shovel!). Hodgdon Meadow Campground will reopen tomorrow at noon, conditions permitting.

03/01/2024

Update 1:
Yosemite National Park will partially reopen today, Sunday March 3, at noon. Visitors may enter the park via Highway 41/Wawona Road and Highway 140/El Portal Road. Expect snowy conditions throughout the park.

Big Oak Flat Road (Highway 120 from the west), Badger Pass Road and ski area, and Hetch Hetchy Road will reopen on Monday, March 4, at noon, conditions permitting. Tire chains may be required. Please call 209/372-0200 (then 1, 1) to check road conditions and status.

Wawona Campground and Camp 4 (both first-come, first-served) and Upper Pines Campground (reservation required) will reopen at noon. Be prepared for winter camping (bring a shovel!). Hodgdon Meadow Campground will reopen tomorrow at noon, conditions permitting.

Original Post:
Yosemite National Park will be closed starting tonight at midnight due to a major winter storm. The park will remain closed at least through Sunday at noon (possibly later). Visitors currently in the park should leave as soon as possible, and no later than noon tomorrow, Yosemite National Park will be closed starting tonight at midnight due to a major winter storm. The park will remain closed at least through Sunday at noon (possibly later). Visitors currently in the park should leave as soon as possible, and no later than noon tomorrow, March 1.

The National Weather Service is forecasting several feet of snow throughout the park (Badger Pass may receive over seven feet!) with very high winds.

02/09/2024
  - a great opportunity to get your dog’s boosters close to home
02/07/2024

- a great opportunity to get your dog’s boosters close to home

Spring Vet Clinic Dates are set.

Three Peaks Vetinary Services will be here March 6, 2024, available for dogs and horses.

Pioneer Equine Vet will be here March 14, 2024, available for horses only.

Both of these days are available for the public, reservations are required.

Plan ahead for 2024 Yosemite visits.
12/14/2023

Plan ahead for 2024 Yosemite visits.

Address

11425 Big Creek Shaft Road
Groveland, CA
95321

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Big Creek Boarding is a small, privately run boarding facility. We only board a few dogs at a time which allows us to maintain a low-stress environment for each of the dogs in our care. This also helps us to provide personalized attention to each dog's needs, special or otherwise. As space is limited, we strongly recommend that you make your reservations as early as possible. -Located 20 miles from Yosemite National Park's Western entrance (State Highway 120) -Ideal for large dogs -Spacious fenced outdoor area -Individual indoor sleeping areas -Indoor areas climate controlled -Ample supervised socialization & play time Check out our Yelp reviews. http://www.yelp.com/biz/big-creek-boarding-groveland-big-oak-flat?sort_by=date_desc Owned & Operated by Bonnie Hirtzel page maintained by Tonya Hirtzel