South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest

5171 Stonyford/Elk Creek Road, Stonyford, California, United States
South Fork Campground, Mendocino National Forest, U.S. Department of Agriculture
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About South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you are able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.In order to utilize Scan & Pay on site, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

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Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Location & Directions for South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest

5171 Stonyford/Elk Creek Road, Stonyford, CA 95979 United States

Elevation: 483 ft

Nearest town

Stonyford, CA - 9.1 mi

About 23 min to downtown

Highway access

South Fork Campground is accessible via State Highway 20, which is approximately 20 miles to the south, providing primary access to the area.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Leave No Trace: Pack out all trash garbage, including food scraps.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.    
  • All ATV riders must wear a helmet. OHV's must have a U.S. Forest Service Approved Spark Arrestor in good working order in place at all times.
  • There is a hefty fine for going off trail, it is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000.00 for an individual or $10,000.00 for an organization, or imprisonment for no more than six months, or both.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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