Herring Creek Campground sits along a forested corridor within Stanislaus National Forest, where the sound of flowing water provides a constant backdrop. The US Forest Service maintains this established campground with vault toilets and sites that accommodate big rigs, though pets are not permitted on the property.
The creek-adjacent location offers direct access to water activities, while the forested setting provides natural shade throughout most sites. Campers planning extended stays in the area can explore places to camp around Stanislaus National Forest for variety. Herring Reservoir Campground provides an alternative just north for those preferring lake access over creek frontage.
Description
__Herring Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest near Herring Creek. It is located on Forest Road 4N12; turn right onto Herring Creek Road (4N12) off of Highway 108, about 3 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. The campground is approximately 9 miles from the Summit Ranger Station. There are 7 sites; each site has a table and a fire ring. The main road and parking pads are dirt-surfaced. Potable water is not available. Toilets are vault.
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Location
Public CampgroundHerring Creek Campground is located in California
Directions
7 miles from Highway 108 on Herring Creek Road.
Coordinates
38.244778 N
119.932881 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 10 min from Modesto, CA
- 2 hrs 12 min from Merced, CA
- 2 hrs 17 min from Stockton, CA
- 3 hrs 34 min from Carson City, NV



