Herring Creek Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from May through December.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Extension of Seasonal Road Closures
Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-04 cleaving closed several roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Conditions will continue to be monitored on a regular basis and when applicable, roads will…
Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp Closure thru June 15
At the request of Tri-Dam, the Stanislaus National Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-03; effective April 15 through June 15, 2026, closing the Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp for all use.
Temporary Road Closures
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…
Cherry Lake Camping Restrictions
Camping, cooking, building a campfire, or storing fuel on National Forest Lands at, below or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), or on the island within Cherry Lake
About
Herring Creek Campground offers a peaceful mountain camping experience in the Stanislaus National Forest. Located approximately 9 miles from Highway 108 via Herring Creek Road (Forest Road 4N12), this small campground features 7 campsites nestled in a mixed conifer forest setting near Herring Creek. Each campsite is equipped with a table and fire ring. The campground road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available. Campers should bring their own water, as no potable water is available on-site, though water can be treated or filtered from nearby sources. Vault toilets are provided. America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes receive 50% off the nightly camping fee. The area offers opportunities for fishing in nearby streams and exploring the surrounding forest. A campfire permit is recommended for stoves, grills, or campfires and can be obtained free at preventwildfiresca.org or any ranger station. Maximum occupancy is six people per site with a 14-day stay limit.
Directions
From Highway 108, turn right onto Herring Creek Road (Forest Road 4N12) approximately 3 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. Continue about 9 miles to reach the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| eugenie.moore@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (209) 264-8317 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Herring Creek Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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