Dirt Flat

Sierra National Forest

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.

Notifications and Alerts

• A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.

Need to Know

• Our facility is experiencing a water outage. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your entire visit, including drinking water. 

• Please keep all food in bear-proof containers
• Be aware of rattlesnakes
• Poison oak is abundant throughout this area
• This camp is a pack it in and pack it out facility
• In accordance with standard industry practices, Sierra Recreation will be assessing a $10 additional vehicle fee per day on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as one vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

• Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (12pm) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released. 

• Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

• Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. 

• Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

• Click here to learn more about the Sierra National Forest

• Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Natural Features

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

Recreation

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.

Changes & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Contact Information

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INCLINE RD EL PORTAL CA

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 559-642-3212

Rental Options

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Driving 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.

Available Campsites

• Site FT1-20, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-201, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-204, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-205, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-202, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-20N, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site FT1-203, Loop AREA DIRT FLAT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric

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