Deer Flat Boat IN Campground
DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND
Part of New Hogan Lake
Overview
New Hogan Dam and Lake is located in the oak- and brush-covered foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The 4,400 acre lake was created in 1964 with the completion of New Hogan Dam. When full, the lake has 50 miles of shoreline and extends nearly eight miles upstream to the confluence of the north and south forks of the Calaveras River. The dam provides flood protection to the City of Stockton (among other communities) and water for irrigation, drinking and hydroelectric power. The area is generally characterized by a warm, dry climate with summer temperatures regularly soaring above 90 degrees.Facilities
The campground features 30 tent only campsites. There are vault restrooms within the campground as well as trash receptacles. Each campsite features a fire pit and lantern holder. For those accessing Deer Flat Campground, boats may be launched and vehicles may be parked in the Fiddleneck Day Use Area.Natural Features
Wildlife species thrive at the lake and on the surrounding 6,500 acres of US Army Corps of Engineers' managed land. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot black-tailed deer, cottontail rabbits and jackrabbits, wild turkeys, turkey vultures, bald and golden eagles, osprey, red-tailed and other hawks, ducks and geese, California quail, acorn woodpeckers and northern flickers, coyotes, rattlesnakes and other snakes, gray fox, bobcats, and an occasional mountain lion.Recreation
This campground is only accessible by boat and offers the only camping available on the lake outside of the main campgrounds, Acorn and Oak Knoll. Water recreation such as water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing are all frequent activities on New Hogan Lake. Fishing is allowed year-round, subject to state regulations. Popular species caught in New Hogan Lake include striped bass, black bass, catfish, bluegill and crappie.Nearby Attractions
A number of historic sites are located nearby, including Carson Hill, the discovery site of the largest gold nugget ever found, and The Black Bart Inn, located in San Andreas, where the famous outlaw Black Bart was captured. Groceries, gas, camping supplies and more can be found in the nearby town of Valley Springs, California.Important Notices
Deer Flat is open for the season from August 21st until September 30th 2026.
Area is accessible by boat ONLY and must launch at the Fiddleneck Day Use Area!
This area has minimal amenities. Water is not available. There are pit toilets only and campers are recommended to bring their own toiletries due to the remoteness of the campsites.
This area is PACK IT IN PACK IT OUT ONLY! Registered camper is responsible for removing ALL of their garbage from their site and dispose of it at the Fiddleneck Boat Ramp dumpsters.
The Fiddleneck Day Use Area closes at 9pm, which will prohibit access after this time for Deer Flat campers. Please plan accordingly, no refunds will be issued if the camper arrives after the gate closes at 9PM.
Notifications and Alerts
PSA: Starting 9/16 through 9/21 drinking water and showers are unavailable throughout all recreation areas. This affects the Acorn Campground, Oak Knoll Campground, Wrinkle Cove Day Use Area, and Fiddleneck Day Use Area.
Deer Flat Boat-In Campground is open temporarily from August 24th through September 30th 2026.
Please review “the need to know” details for site requirements if interested in camping at this location.
Available Activities
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Hunting - Hunting
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Swimming - Swimming
- Water Access - Water Access
Directions
From Stockton California, take State Highway 26 east for 30 miles. Turn right on Hogan Dam Road and continue for 3 miles, then follow signs to the Park Headquarters. The Observation Point and Picnic Shelter is located at the Park Headquarters parking lot.
Contact Information
Phone: 209-772-1343
2713 Hogan Dam RdValley Springs, CA 95252
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 029, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 023, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 027, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 025, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 028, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 011, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 022, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 030, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 002, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 018, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 019, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 016, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 006, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 012, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 024, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 009, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 013, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 001, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 004, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 017, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 010, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 008, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 015, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 020, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 003, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 021, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 026, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 007, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 014, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
- Site 005, Loop DEER FLAT BOAT IN CAMPGROUND, Type Boat IN
