Winter closure. This campground closes during winter months. Likely open now (September).
Donnell Reservoir
FS USDA Forest Service · CA · Dispersed
Conditions
Road Access
High Clearance
Season
Winter Closure
Campfires
Not recorded
Boondock Access
Rough
High clearance or 4WD may be required
The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.
Features
Warning
High Clearance
Seasonal
Seasonal Closure
Style
Boondocking
Campground Stats
| Total Sites | 0 |
Location
Description
Donnell Reservoir is located in a steep rocky canyon of the Middle Fork Stanislaus River approximately 5 miles upstream from Beardsley Reservoir, 7 miles from Highway 108 off Beardsley Road on 5N09X, a rough, narrow and winding route where safe travel speeds average 5-10 mph. High clearance vehicles are recommended for travel on this road. No facilities are provided for boating. The steep rocky terrain limits foot access to only small portions of the shoreline. No developed recreation facilities exist at the reservoir; however, the area is popular for day use, dispersed camping and fishing. The reservoir is open all year with road access subject to winter closure. Donnell Reservoir visitors enjoy dispersed camping, fishing and hiking.
Directions
7 miles from Highway 108 off Beardsley Road
Activities
FISHING
Details
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