Union East Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically opens mid-June when snow clears and road access is restored. Reservations required June 15 through September 7 via Recreation.gov.
National Forest System Roads
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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Woodcut/PAL Information
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About
Union East Campground occupies the eastern shore of Union Reservoir in Stanislaus National Forest's granite basin country at 6,800 feet. The 11 campsites are nestled among red fir and lodgepole pine, each equipped with a fire ring, picnic table, bear box, and designated parking spur. A dirt boat launch provides reservoir access for motors 10 horsepower or less, with a 5 mph speed limit and $5 daily launch fee. The campground serves as a trailhead for the 1.5-mile hike to Elephant Rock Lake and connects via a 0.4-mile trail to the neighboring Union West Campground. Potable water is available seasonally from a hand pump at the 7N75/7N17 road intersection. The area supports fishing, non-motorized and small motorized boating, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Reservations are required during the main season (mid-June through early September) via Recreation.gov. Check-in is 2:00 p.m., check-out is noon, and quiet hours run from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pack-it-in, pack-it-out and Leave No Trace principles apply.
Directions
From Highway 4, turn south onto Spicer Reservoir Road (paved) and drive 8 miles. Turn left onto Forest Road 7N75 (gravel) and continue 0.7 miles to a T-intersection. Turn right and drive 1 mile to the campground at the end of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 795-1381 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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