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Deadman Campground Access

Deadman Campground Access provides 17 first-come, first-served campsites along the Middle Fork Stanislaus River in Stanislaus National Forest, located 29 miles east of Pinecrest off Highway 108.

The riverside location offers excellent fishing and hiking access, with amenities including paved main roads, vault toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire pits at each site.

The campground operates seasonally (typically mid-April through mid-October) and is situated near the Kennedy Meadow Trailhead, making it a convenient base for outdoor recreation in the area.


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