Summary
The park offers various leisure activities, including hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing, and swimming. The campground has 129 campsites, 4 group sites, and 6 environmental sites, accommodating both tents and RVs. Amenities include hot showers, flush toilets, and a camp store. The park operates on a reservation system, and the best time to visit is during the summer months of June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80°F during the day and 50-60°F at night.
Nearby Campgrounds
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Boards Crossing
Wakalu Hep Yo (Wild River) Campground
Wa Ka Luu Hep Yoo (Wild River) Campground
Wa Ka Luu Hep Yoo
Sand Bar Flat Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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BLACK SPRINGS
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0" |
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BLOODS CREEK
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200" |
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NOHRSC GIANELLI MEADOW
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25" |
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NOHRSC ELSTANISLAUS MEADOW (GOES)
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1" |
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NOHRSC LOWER KIBBIE
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1" |
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NOHRSC SILVER LAKE (GOES)
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33" |
River Runs
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Calaveras Big Trees State Park Boundary In Sec 24, T5N, R15E To One Mile Downstream Of State Park Boundary In Sec 24, T5N, R15E
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One-Quarter Mile Downstream Of Forest Road 5N75 Bridge Crossing To Calaveras Big Trees State Park Boundary In Sec 24, T5N, R15E
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One Mile Downstream Of State Park Boundary In Sec 24, T5N, R15E To Mckay'S Reservoir
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Below Mckay'S Reservoir To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus River
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One-Quarter Mile Upstream Of Forest Road 5No2 Bridge Crossing To One-Quarter Mile Downstream Of Forest Road 5N75 Bridge Crossing
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Confluence With Highland Creek To One-Quarter Mile Upstream Forest Road 5No2 Bridge Crossing