Dardanelle Campground Stanislaus National Forest California

Dardanelle Overview

Dardanelle Campground has 28 first-come first-served campsites in a forested area long the scenic Middle Fork Stanislaus River. There are mostly single-family sites but a few are double-family, and three sites (23 to 25) are walk to (tent only) – about 50 to 150 feet depending on the site. All other sites can accommodate tents and smaller trailers/RVs.

The seasonal campground is generally open early May to mid October. Amenities include vault toilets, trash collection (dumpsters) and overflow parking ($). Potable (drinking) water is not available. Firewood is available to purchase from the camp host (site #2). Each site also has a paved parking spur, table, fire ring and grill. Cell service is not available.

The nearest RV dump station is the Pinecrest Dump Station (about 17 miles), 0.25 miles west of Pinecrest Lake Road. Although the Dardanelle Resort (just across the highway) may have one but availability is not reliable.

Dardanelle Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

Campers can access the river for some fishing and wading. Other activities in the area include mountain biking, hiking, picnicking, stargazing and wildlife viewing.

Other campgrounds in the area (off CA-108) include Brightman Flat to the west and Eureka Valley to the east.

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service - None
• Dumpsters
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Overflow Parking
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Trash Collection

Activities

• Bird Watching
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Mountain Biking
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Wading
• Wildlife Viewing