Within Stanislaus National Forest, Teleli Pulaya (Black Oak) Campground operates under US Forest Service management in open terrain near both river and lake features. The established campground enforces a no-pets policy, which distinguishes it from many forest service sites in the region. Located near Long Barn, the campground provides access to water-based recreation while maintaining the open layout typical of higher elevation forest settings. Campers seeking tent camping near Stanislaus National Forest will find this site offers a different experience from heavily wooded alternatives in the area.
Description
__TeleLi puLaya Campground is a new campground, which opened in 2014 and provides spectacular views of the Stanislaus River Canyon. Turn left at the Beardsley Dam sign on Highway 108, 5 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station on Highway 108. There are a total of 22 sites, two are group sites. The main road and parking pads are paved. Restrooms are vault toilets. Each site has a table and metal fire ring. Potable water is available; each hydrant serves several sites. A fee is charged for extra vehicle parking. There is no hiking trails to the reservoir.
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Location
Public CampgroundTeleli Pulaya (black Oak) Campground is located in California
Coordinates
38.193622 N
120.052676 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 34 min from Modesto, CA
- 1 hr 36 min from Merced, CA
- 1 hr 41 min from Stockton, CA
- 3 hrs 30 min from Carson City, NV


