Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground

Stanislaus National Forest

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As of October 2026, Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground is a campground in Stanislaus National Forest with 10 campsites. Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground is located at 38.4257° N, 120.0131° W.

people allowed on 9 of 10 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 18

Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation

Published by Recreation.gov for Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground

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Standard 10

What an RV fits

24 ft2 sites

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

All sites at Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
10, 11 & 12	Granite Gulch Triple Site	Standard	18	24 ft
1	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
2	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
3	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
4	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
5	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
6	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	24 ft
7	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
8	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-
9	Sandy Flat	Standard	6	-

About Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground

Overview

Utica Reservoir is set in a granite basin surrounded by red fir and lodgepole pine forest. The reservoir has lots of islands and is kept mostly full. Granite slabs along the shore extend into the water.

Rules and notices at Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The Forest Service operates the Sandy Flat Campground and charges the following fees: $30 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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Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground?

Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) 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 Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) 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.

How many campsites does Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground have?

Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) Campground has 10 campsites.