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Campground is closed but accessible during winter. No services - if you camp here, Pack it in, Pack it out. Mature conifer forest on the North Fork Stanislaus River near Spicer Reservoir. There are 25 campsites with picnic tables, hand pumped water and vault toilets.
Southwest of Highway 4 on Spicer Reservoir Road.
Location is a bit far but well worth it plenty of campsites it has wheelchair accessible bathrooms some trails are easy walks there's Beach and river access throughout the campsites it's 22 miles from Arnold right after Hell's Kitchen Vista Point follow the turn out to the right I recommended small and large families go and getting the river it's beautiful some pics
Awesome camground. I think there are only 12 or 16 campsites first come first served. The scenery is awesome and there is a little sandy beach area along the river safe for small children to play in. About half a mile down stream is a hidden gem. I don't wanna give it away so you'll have to see for yourself. Fishing along the river is very good. The way we set up is with very light tackle, a salmon egg and small hook. Let out some line, throw it up stream and let it flow down. Even the smallest pools hold fish. My cousin does great with his fly rod.
The restroom's do not have flushing toilets but were kept clean everytime we've gone. There are a couple of water pumping stations to collect water and bring back to your site if needed. The insects are not a big issue but last year (Aug 2016) there seemed to be a yellow jacket problem. I'm saying a swarm that was unbearable at the last 2 sites nearest to the river. Call ahead to see if it's still an issue or stop by the rangers station on the way in and ask.
Only a 10/15 min drive to Lake Alpine.
You will not be disappointed.
Nice campground. $12/ night. CELL SERVICE IS OK. ATT
3 stars now only.
River lower than expected but still Ok.
Weather affected!
July 1st 2023 report. Toilets reduced to 3(1 single - 1 double) .
Entrance toilet & water pump are Damaged! Not in service.
1 Water pump working only. The sign says Don't drink. NOT TESTED YET.
There is some left over snow. Good for Ice chest. End of report.
