South Fork Campground
Closed due to storm damage to Lumsden Road. The campground is also overgrown and not currently maintained. Typical season runs May through September when accessible. Lumsden Road has a seasonal closure from December 15 to April 15.
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
South Fork Campground is situated at a low elevation near the confluence of the South Fork Tuolumne River and the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River in Stanislaus National Forest's Tuolumne-Lumsden Recreation Area. Located approximately one mile from Lumsden Campground and Lumsden Bridge Campground, this primitive campground offers a remote riverside camping experience. The campground lies within the Rim Fire burned area, and visitors should use caution as potential hazards include loose and falling rocks, flash floods, and debris flows. Trees weakened by fire damage and drought may fall at any time, particularly during high winds or heavy rain. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, bear box, and campfire pit with grill. A vault toilet is available, but there is no potable water. Campers can treat or filter water from the river if it is running. The area offers opportunities for fishing, non-motorized boating, and day hiking along the Wild & Scenic River corridor. Access to South Fork Campground requires traveling on Lumsden Road (Forest Route 1N10), an unpaved, narrow road that descends to the canyon floor. The road is not recommended for RVs or trailers due to its challenging conditions. Lumsden Road is subject to seasonal closures from December 15 to April 15 and may close during inclement weather.
Directions
From Groveland, travel approximately 7.5 miles east on Highway 120 to Ferretti Road. Turn left (north) onto Ferretti Road and travel 1 mile. Turn right (east) onto Lumsden Road/Forest Route 1N10. Travel approximately 5.5 miles to the campground on the right (south) side of the road. RVs and trailers are not recommended on Lumsden Road.
Location
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 | $29 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 962-7825 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| South Fork Campground | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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