Dry Gulch
Closed indefinitely. No reopening date has been announced.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 9 at 10:02AM PDT until August 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Hanford CA
* WHAT...The Heat Advisory has been replaced with an Extreme Heat Warning. High temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees and multiple days of Major Heat Risk. Hottest temperatures expected today. * WHERE...San Joaquin Valley and adjacent foothills, Lake Isabella, and the Kern River Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Afternoon high temperatures of 105 to 110 degrees will occur until Monday, with the hottest temperatures expected today. Overnight lows will generally only fall into the mid 60s to mid 70s with little overnight relief.
From Recreation.gov
This campground is closed indefinitely. We hope to open the campground in the future. Thank you for your understanding.
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About
Dry Gulch Campground sits on the north side of the Merced River within the Bass Lake Ranger District of Sierra National Forest. The small, secluded campground features five walk-in tent sites, most with direct river access. Pine and oak trees provide shade throughout the camp, creating a quiet and peaceful atmosphere away from the crowds. The campground offers basic amenities including picnic tables, grills, and fire rings at each site, along with vault toilets. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. This is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out facility. Sites meet accessibility standards with paved road access. During spring and early summer, the Merced River is popular for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The campground's proximity to Yosemite National Park's west entrance makes it a convenient base for exploring the park. Bear-proof food storage is required, and rattlesnakes and poison oak are present in the area.
Directions
From Mariposa, travel north 26 miles on Highway 140 to Foresta Road. Turn left, travel 1/10 mile, turn left again onto Incline Road, and continue 1.3 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $41 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 877-2218 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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