Beardsley Dam Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates April through October. Potable water is currently unavailable at the campground.
Road Closure - Forest Service Road 1N04
This order extends the road closure of FSR 1N04 to December 31, 2025.
Termination of High Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-11High Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-11, dated July 1, 2025, is hereby terminated.
Termination of Moderate Hazard Fire Restrictions
Termination of Forest Order STF-16-2025-14Moderate Hazard Fire RestrictionsStanislaus National Forest Stanislaus National Forest Order No. 2025-14, dated August 20, 2025, is hereby terminated.
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.
Stanislaus National Forest Terminates Deer Valley Road Closures Early
With the publication of the Termination Notice, Deer Valley Road, FSR 8N02 between the Stanislaus and ElDorado National Roads previously closed under Forest Order STF-16-2025-08 is now open.
Termination Notice - FO STF-16-2025-10
With this termination, roads previously closed by Forest Order STF-16-2025 10 are now open.
Forest Order STF-16-2025-03 - Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Mtn. Tunnel Project - FSR 1S28B repair/closure
Forest Order STF-16-2025-02 - Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
Rainbow Pool Area Alcohol Prohibition
About
Beardsley Dam Campground is located near Beardsley Dam on Forest Road 5N02 at the south end of Beardsley Reservoir in Stanislaus National Forest. The campground features 16 sites total, with paved main roads and parking pads except for walk-in sites which have gravel surfaces. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and metal fire ring. Vault toilets serve the campground, and trash service is provided during the operating season. The campground sits at 3,300 feet elevation in the scenic Central Sierras, offering access to fishing, boating, and swimming at Beardsley Reservoir. While there are no designated trails from the campground to the reservoir, the area provides opportunities for scenic views and general hiking. The maximum RV or trailer length is 36 feet. Fees are charged for extra vehicle parking. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not accept reservations through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From CA Highway 108, turn left at the Beardsley Dam sign, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station. Follow Beardsley Road 7 miles across the dam to the campground at the south end of Beardsley Reservoir.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 36ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 36ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| eugenie.moore@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (209) 264-8317 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Beardsley Dam Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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