Recreational Activities
Dispersed Camping
Pick your own spot, dispersed area camping, is an
option available throughout most of the Forest.
You may camp
outside of developed campgrounds in most parts of the
Forest, at no cost. Potable water, toilets, and other
amenities are not available. If you choose
to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring
adequate water or be prepared to purify spring water
before drinking. Water on the Stanislaus National
Forest may be contaminated with Giardia or other
microorganisms. Also be sure you have a Campfire Permit
if you plan to build a fire, and a Wilderness Permit if
you plan to spend the night in the Wilderness.
Note:
Dispersed camping is not permitted within the boundaries
of the several Recreation Areas (Brightman, Clark Fork,
Lake Alpine, Pinecrest and Tuolumne River - Lumsden) on
the Forest. While in those areas, please camp in
designated campgrounds only.
WHEN, WHERE
The ideal camping time in most Forest areas is May to October, prior to winter
storm activity. The maximum stay in one spot is 14 days and a 21 day
maximum stay per Ranger District, per calendar year.
CAMPFIRES
Campfire permits are required when camping in
undeveloped sites and when using a campfire or camp stove
outside a recreational vehicle. Permits are free and
obtainable at any any CalFire, Bureau of Land
Management or National
Forest office.
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