Stanislaus National Forest (Camping & Hiking)

Stanislaus National Forest is a fantastic getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. The road leading up to the park lined up with one of the most breath-taking sceneries that I've ever seen. The drive alone is worth it but if you keep going \you will find the campground where you can stay and enjoy the Utica/Union reservoirs with lots of nature all around you. The hikes will reward you with a beautiful view at the top of the mountains. Trust me, you do not want to skip this place.

[@scottcollins2692]

Beautiful video

[@jonathanwortley1643]

Have been on those trails many times. Haven't missed a summer on Union in over a decade! Great times.

[@theadventureco-op]

It’s a great spot. Although we got lost in the forest in the middle of the night, so that was a lil scary but fantastic spot

[@whatsupclimber]

Was thinking of stopping by in September. How hard is it to get a campground over there?

[@jonathanwortley1643]

@@whatsupclimber Should be easy. Unless a fire gets going near there. Then it could be closed.

[@im6ach]

Dope video! Am going there myself soon. Did you buy wood fire in a nearby town or did you DIY with what was around the campsite?

[@theadventureco-op]

Hi, I know there are some areas you’re not allowed to make campfires, the place that we were had an area that was already being used for a campfire (surrounded by rocks) so it was safe. We foraged for wood around and there was plenty but the wood that we found was super Smokey.

[@firstglance5204]

Hows the dirt road there? Is it well maintained? Would a rav4 awd be fine?

[@theadventureco-op]

It’s dirt roads with a few minor drops but not bad at all. I saw Prius make it. As long as you go slow, you’re gonna be fine

[@StarrDaniel]

Stunning

[@theadventureco-op]

Thank you. Much appreciated

[@Trythish]

Where is that specifically. We're going to kennedy meadows this weekend but I'm sure I won't find a spot so my plan is going up to chipmunk fat( which I've never been to) I'm curious to know where the video was taken.

[@theadventureco-op]

The video started at the base of Union reservoir. The first day we hiked down to Utica reservoir following the trail. The second day, we went off-road until we reached the top of the mountain. We wanted to see how the reservoir looked from above. I hope your trip went well and you had lots of fun

[@Trythish]

@@theadventureco-op oh my goodness, we had an amazing trip aside from the smoke that started on Saturday afternoon. We went up to chipmunk flat* and it is AMAZING. I loved it. We did find a spot at Kennedy meadows but next time we will definitely camp above on the 9k ft level. I was mesmerized with all the open spaces. Take care.

[@patrickkohlman2059]

Did you go in July 2020? We want to go canoe camping in October 2020 but can't find info on lake levels

[@theadventureco-op]

Hi, yes we did. We camped there for a few days. I would suggest to check out the US forest service page. Due to the fires it is currently closed but you can call the rangers to find more info

[@patrickkohlman2059]

Thanks , I did that but they keep extending some restrictions although the low fire area is open