What types of camping are available at San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area?

San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area supports tent camping, rv camping.

What amenities are at San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area?

On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Activity

Tent CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Hiking Trails

San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area

CA · BLM Campground · BLM

San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area is a blm campground California. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping, rv camping. Fees from $undefined to $undefined per night. Amenities include hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

<p>The San Joaquin River Gorge is a Fee Use site and requires that fees are paid promptly upon arrival. The fee permit envelope needs to be filled out with fees placed inside the permit envelope or pass information written on the permit. The permit envelope is then placed in the iron ranger fee box available at the campgrounds and trailhead. The detachable permit stub receipt is placed on the vehicle dashboard or rear-view mirror. Please see the Fee Schedule on this page for pricing. The Fee Schedule is also posted on all Kiosks on site.</p>

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Located between Fresno and Madera Counties, the San Joaquin River Gorge offers a primitive, year-round camping experience for self-sufficient tent and RV adventurers. This fee-based, rugged destination provides scenic river views and extensive hiking trails. Visitors should check local water flow alerts and prepare for a remote, back-to-basics stay.

Experience the rugged beauty of the San Joaquin River Gorge, a premier BLM destination straddling the scenic river between Fresno and Madera Counties. This primitive, year-round campground offers an authentic outdoor escape perfect for tent and RV campers seeking solitude and natural landscapes. With no hookups available, it is ideal for self-sufficient adventurers looking to explore the area's extensive hiking trails. Visitors can immerse themselves in the dramatic river scenery while enjoying a remote, back-to-basics experience. Please note that this is a fee-use site; payment must be deposited in the iron ranger box upon arrival. Always check local alerts regarding water flows before planning your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area?: San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area is a campground in California. Fees range from $undefined to $undefined per night. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area?: San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area supports tent camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at San Joaquin River Gorge Special Recreation Management Area?: On-site amenities include hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 37.0913, -119.5570