Stanislaus National Forest, California



Dardanelle and Brightman Flat Campgrounds

Stanislaus National Forest

Mileage to Dardanelle

  • Pinecrest - 23 miles
  • Sonora - 30 miles
  • Stockton - 90 miles
  • Sacramento - 138 miles
  • Modesto - 77 miles
  • San Jose - 153 miles




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Dardanelle - Brightman Flat Area Campgrounds

Hiking, Fishing, Campfires, Star Gazing

Five campgrounds are spread along the Dardanelle - Brightman Flat corridor. All of them are situated close to the South Fork of the Stanislaus River and are guarded over by ancient pines, but each campground has its own unique character. Many families become attached to a particular campground and return to it year after year.

In 2018 the Donnell Fire burned up the South Fork of the Stanislaus River valley, climbing high on mountain slopes and burning along the Highway 108 corridor. Many campgrounds were damaged and a number of buildings at the popular Dardanelle Resort were destroyed. Since then, rebuilding has begun, but the resort will be closed all of 2023 during the rebuilding process. Many trees along the highway survived the fire.

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Boulder Flat Campground

Projected Opening Date for 2024 Season: June 22, weather permitting

The Boulder Flat Campground is located on Highway 108 about 1.8 miles west of the Dardanelle Resort. The Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River runs past the campground. At an elevation of 5,600' Boulder Flat Campground is usually open from late May through October.

Boulder Campground

Fees: $22 for a single site and $5 for an extra vehicle
Reservations: None - first come, first served

Boulder Flat Campground Amenities

  • 3 tent-only sites and 17 RV or tent sites
  • Potable water available
  • Vault toilets
  • Shower and laundry available at Dardanelle Resort
  • Parking for medium-size RVs and trailers

Brightman Flat Campground

Projected Opening Date for 2024 Season: May 17, weather permitting

The Brightman Campground is located on Highway 108 one mile west of the Dardanelle Resort. The Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River runs past the campground. At an elevation of 5,880' Brightman Flat Campground is usually open from late May through October.

Brightman Campground

Fees: $22 for a single site and $5 for an extra vehicle
Reservations: None - first come, first served

Brightman Flat Campground Amenities

  • 14 tent-only sites and 18 RV or tent sites
  • No potable water available
  • Vault toilets
  • Parking for large RVs and trailers


Dardanelle Campground

Projected Opening Date for 2024 Season: May 17, weather permitting

The Dardanelle Campground is located on Highway 108 across from the Dardanelle Resort. The Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River runs past the campground. At an elevation of 5,700' Dardanelle Campground is usually open from late May through October.

Dardanelle Campground

Fees: $25 for a single site, $50 for a double site, and $5 for an extra vehicle
Reservations: None - first come, first served

Dardanelle Campground Amenities

  • 6 tent-only sites and 21 RV or tent sites
  • Piped water
  • Vault toilets
  • Accommodates medium-size RVs and trailers

Pigeon Flat Campground

Projected Opening Date for 2024 Season: May 17, weather permitting

The Pigeon Flat Campground is located on Highway 108 1.5 miles east of the Dardanelle Resort. It is a "walk-in" campground, meaning that your vehicle is parked a short distance away from your camp site. It has no potable water. The Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River passes close to the campground. The Columns of the Giants, a geologic site, and Pigeon Flat Picnic Area are adjacent to the campground. At an elevation of 5,950' Pigeon Flat Campground is usually open from late May through October.

Pigeon Flat Campground

Fees: $15 for a single site and $5 for an extra vehicle
Reservations: None - first come, first served

Pigeon Flat Campground Amenities

  • 7 tent sites
  • No piped water
  • Vault toilets
  • No RVs or trailers

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Eureka Valley Campground

Opening Date for 2024 Season: Now Open

The Eureka Valley Campground is located on Highway 108 2.5 miles east of the Dardanelle Resort. The Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River loops past the campground. At an elevation of 6,100' Eureka Valley Campground is usually open from late May through October.

Eureka Valley Campground

Cost: $24 for a single site and $5 for an extra vehicle
Reservations: None - first come, first served

Eureka Valley Campground Amenities

  • 27 RV or tent sites
  • Water hand-pumped from wells
  • Vault toilets
  • Spacious campground making it easy to maneuver RVs and trailers

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