Stanislaus River Campground is along Spicer Reservoir Road in the Stanislaus National Forest. The campground is 3 miles from Highway 4 and 5 miles from Spicer Meadow Reservoir. The North Fork of the Stanislaus River flows past the campground in a gentle stream. A sandy beach is found along the edge of the river at the southern end of the campground.
Drinking water is usually available from hand operated pumps at Stanislaus River Campground. Check with the Forest Service before visiting the campsite to be sure that water is available. The 25 campsites can accommodate tents, trailers, or RVs. Garbage must be packed out. Services and supplies are 10 miles away at Bear Valley Village.
| Stanislaus River Campground Basics | |
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| Stanislaus River Campground Location: | Turn off Highway 4 at Spicer Reservoir Rd. 22 miles east of Arnold and 6 miles west of Lake Alpine. Then 3 miles to the campground |
| Elevation: | 6,200 feet |
| Miles/Driving time: | Stockton - 98 miles, 2:06 |
| Campground Open: | Late-May through October Opening and closing dates may be affected by snow |
| Number of Sites: | 25 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2, fee for 2nd vehicle |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Stanislaus National Forest |
| Calaveras Ranger District: | (209) 795-1381 |
| Reservations | |
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| No Reservations: | All the campsites at Stanislaus River Campgrounds are first come, first served. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 35 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | $12 per night |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Stanislaus River Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, hand-pumped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump Station: | No |
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Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on snow conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Stanislaus River Campground
Visitors to Stanislaus River Campground along the Spicer Reservoir Road are close to many outdoor activities and adventures.
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