DIRT FLAT
El Portal, California · USDA Forest Service

Photo: Recreation.gov
About
Dirt Flat campground is situated on the north side of the Merced River. This small camp features walk-in tent sites on the river. The remote locates of the site makes for a quiet and peaceful camping experience.The campsites at Dirt Flat meet accessibility standards and offer picnic tables, grills and fire rings. Vault toilets are available.The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra.This campground is close to the west entrance to Yosemite National Park. Yosemite offers a variety of activities that include scenic driving, picnicking, hiking and fishing.During the spring and early summer, the Merced River is a popular location for white water rafting and kayaking. Several private companies offer guided rafting trips.
Directions
From Highway 140, turn on to Foresta Road. Landmarks include Red Bud Picnic Area and a National Park Service warehouse. After bridge, turn left onto the spur road. Immediately turn left onto Incline Road. Continue 1.5 miles to the facility.
Location
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Details
- State
- California
- City / area
- El Portal
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Sierra National Forest
- Campsites
- 2
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- See Recreation.gov
- Rating
- 3.42 / 5 (45 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent
Nearby campgrounds
- DRY GULCH 0.4 km away
- Crane Flat Campground 10.6 km away · dump mentioned
- Tamarack Flat Campground 13.0 km away · dump mentioned
- Hodgdon Meadow Campground 14.7 km away · dump mentioned
- Willow Placer Campground 16.3 km away
- McCabe Flat Campground 16.5 km away