Gillespie Youth Campground
Gillespie Youth Campground
Gillespie Youth Campground is a primitive group campsite in Tilden Regional Park with capacity for 17-75 people, featuring a shelter, fire circle, picnic tables, BBQ, wash basin, and drinking fountain accessible via a paved path from parking.
The site includes chemical toilets (one ADA accessible), allows dogs overnight, and permits beer/wine with an additional $25 permit; 15 parking passes are issued with reservations.
Located within Tilden's 2,079 acres, the camp provides access to hiking, fishing, swimming at Lake Anza, and mountain biking throughout the park.
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