Pigeon Flat Campground
Closed for the winter season. Highway 108 (Sonora Pass) closed December 26, 2025. The campground typically operates May through October. First-come, first-served; no reservations.
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
Pigeon Flat Campground offers a peaceful walk-in camping experience along the Stanislaus River in Stanislaus National Forest. Located 24 miles east of Pinecrest on Highway 108, the campground features 7 sites accessible only on foot from a dirt parking area. No vehicles are permitted past the main gate into the camping area, creating a quieter atmosphere. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and metal fire ring. The campground provides vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own or treat water from nearby sources. At an elevation of approximately 6,000 feet, the area offers access to fishing on the Stanislaus River, hiking trails, and scenic drives including Sonora Pass. The campground is operated by Dodge Ridge Mountain Resort under a special use permit from the Forest Service. The remote location and walk-in nature make Pigeon Flat ideal for campers seeking a more primitive experience while still having designated sites with basic amenities. The 14-day maximum stay and first-come, first-served availability provide flexibility for extended trips during the operating season.
Directions
Located 24 miles east of Pinecrest on Highway 108. The campground is situated along the Stanislaus River. Vehicles park in a dirt lot; sites are walk-in only.
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 | $17 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 965-3474 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Pigeon Flat Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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