Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground Reservations

Stanislaus National Forest, California

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Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground quick facts

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Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 5 sites.
Location: Stanislaus National Forest, California.Campgrounds in Stanislaus National Forest California campgrounds

As of November 2026, Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground is a campground in Stanislaus National Forest, California with 5 campsites. Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground is located at 38.3221° N, 120.2184° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground reservations and next available dates

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Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation

Published by Recreation.gov for Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground, read on November 11, 2026.

Campsites at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground

23456

RV 5
Accessible 5

What an RV fits

30 ft5 sites

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing.

All sites at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Waka Lu Hep Yo loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
2	RV	6	30 ft	Accessible
3	RV	6	30 ft	Accessible
4	RV	6	30 ft	Accessible
5	RV	6	30 ft	Accessible
6	RV	6	30 ft	Accessible

About Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground

Overview

For over 2000 years the Miwuk people lived seasonally in this canyon, gathering food, and fishing the river. The Miwuk word WaKaLuu means river and Hep Yoo describes an untamed or wild force of nature. This beautiful campground is set in mature conifer and oak forest on the North Fork Stanislaus River.

Rules and notices at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 11, 2026. Check Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The Forest Service operates the WakaLu Hep Yo Campground and charges the following fees: $35 per night in 2026. The America the Beautiful Interagency Senior and Access Passes are honored and receive 50% off the nightly rate. Only applicable to the single site the pass holder occupies. The Interagency Annual and Volunteer passes do not provide any discounts on camping.

Reservations required via Recreation.gov

The only species of bears in California are black bears. It is not uncommon to see bears in campgrounds. For more information, visit www.keepmewild.org

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Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground?

Campsites at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

What campgrounds are near Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground?

Campgrounds near Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground include Calaveras Big Trees Sp North Grove (sites 60-74) Campground, Calaveras Big Trees Sp Oak Hollow Environmental North Campground, Calaveras Big Trees Sp Oak Hollow Environmental South Campground, Calaveras Big Trees Sp Oak Hollow Campground and Calaveras Big Trees Sp North Grove (sites 1-26) Campground.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground?

Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground have?

Waka Lu Hep Yo Campground has 5 campsites.