Wakalu Hep Yo Wild River Campground
Open for the 2026 season from May through late fall. Potable water is currently not available; campers should bring their own water supply. Sites 2-6 require reservations via Recreation.gov from June 15 through September 7. Fire danger is currently rated low.
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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Woodcut/PAL Information
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About
Wakalu Hep Yo (Wild River) Campground offers a forested riverside retreat within the Sourgrass Recreation Area of Stanislaus National Forest. The campground features six sites nestled among mature conifers and oaks along the North Fork Stanislaus River, providing opportunities for fishing and river exploration. The location connects to river shore trails and a nearby whitewater boat launch. The campground name honors the Miwuk people who inhabited this canyon seasonally for over 2,000 years, gathering food and fishing the river. In the Miwuk language, WaKaLuu means river and Hep Yoo describes an untamed or wild force of nature. Bears are common in the area, so proper food storage is essential. Sites 2-6 require reservations via Recreation.gov during peak season from June 15 through September 7. The campground operates from May through late fall, with check-in at 2:00 p.m., check-out at noon, and quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Directions
Take Highway 4 to Dorrington, turn onto Boards Crossing Road and continue five miles northeast to the campground on the left before the Stanislaus River.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 795-1381 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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