Fraser Flat Campground

Stanislaus National Forest

Stanislaus River, Stanislaus National Forest, California
Stanislaus River, Stanislaus National Forest, California

Fraser Flat Campground

Stanislaus National Forest


Fraser Flat Campground

Fraser Flat Campground is spread in a park-like setting among mature trees along the South Fork of the Stanislaus River, north of Highway 108 at Cold Springs. Recently renovated, Fraser Flat Campground is adjacent to a day-use area with three fishing piers. Many visitors like to set up their RVs or trailers for extended stays in the pleasant surroundings. Trails along the river lead upstream to Strawberry, giving anglers easy access to miles of river. Pinecrest Lake is only a short drive away.

Fraser Flat Campground features 38 firts-come, first-served campsites. The campsites are often filled on summer weekends. Campground roads and parking pads are paved. Campsites have picnic tables and fire rings. Interpretive programs are offered during the summer.

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Campground Basics
Fraser Flat Campground Location: Fraser Flat Road, 3 miles north of Highway 108 at the Spring Gap turnoff near Cold Springs
Elevation: 4,770 feet
Miles/Driving time: Sonora - 30 miles, 40 minutes
Stockton - 90 miles, 1:50
Camping Season: Open late April through October, weather permitting
Number of Sites: 38
Max. People per Site: 6 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 2, $5 per night fee for additional vehicle
Maximum Length of Stay: 14 days
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Dodge Ridge Corporation for the Stanislaus National Forest
Mi-Wok Ranger District: (209) 586-3234

Reservations
No Reservations: First come, first served
Maximum Vehicle Length: 22 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: 2 accessible sites, along with accessible facilities, including
ADA accessible fishing piers
Fees: $25 per night (cash only)
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, 11:00 AM

Fraser Flat Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, fire ring; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, tap water
Showers: No
Dump Station: 7 miles, near Pinecrest Dump off Highway 108
Attractions near Fraser Flat Campground:
  • Fish along the Stanislaus River.
  • Take the hiking trail up the river toward Strawberry.
  • Use the convenient fishing piers.
  • Drive up to Pinecrest Lake for boating, swimming, fishing, and hiking.
  • Spend the day at Strawberry, Beardsley Reservoir, or Twain Harte.
  • Go to Aspen Meadow Pack Station for trail rides.
  • Hike into the Emigrant Wilderness.

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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate



Campsite at Fraser Flat Campground, Stanislaus National Forest, CA

Fraser Flat Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

2022 - 2024

  • Chose a site by the wildflower filled meadow.
  • Great camp host.
  • Vault toilets clean with no bad odors.
  • Some sites in sun, great for solar; others in shade, best in summer.
  • Campground fills on weekends, but spaces open up on Sunday.

Stanislaus National Forest Attractions

The Stanislaus National Forest in Tuolumne County has man interesting places to explore. Those who camp at Fraser Flat Campground are right along the Stanislaus River.

  • It's hard to beat Pinecrest Lake for boating and fishing.
  • Visit nearby geologic wonders such as Columns of the Giants and Trail of the Gargoyles.
  • Kennedy Meadows offers lodging, a pack station, and a restaurant.
  • Find excellent fishing in the Clark Fork, Stanislaus River, Pinecrest Lake, Lyons Reservoir, and Beardsley Reservoir.
  • Take popular hiking trails into the Emigrant Wilderness and Carson-Iceberg Wilderness.
  • Saddle up for a trail ride at Kennedy Meadows or Aspen Meadows.
  • Explore the OHV routes at Niagara Creek and other locations.
  • Take off mountain biking along the network of logging roads.
  • Find a number of dedicated Horse Camps in the area.
  • Stop at scenic overlooks at Donnell Vista and farther up Sonora Pass.
  • At Twain Harte enjoy weekly, outdoor summer concerts along with good restaurants and shops.
  • The Clark Fork has good camping, fishing, and hiking.
  • Drive up scenic Sonora Pass and over to Leavitt Meadow.

Key Fraser Flat Campground Regulations

  1. A maximum of 2 licensed vehicles (includes trailers of all kinds) may be parked at each campsite.
  2. Avoid the spread of invasive insects by obtaining firewood locally.
  3. Dogs should be on leash and attended at all times.
  4. There is a limit of 3 tents or 1 RV or trailer per site.

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