usfsnational forest

Messenger Flats Campground

usfs · CA

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Elevation: 5500-Foot Elevation Amenities: 10Campsites- Picnic tables and campfire rings, vault toilets. There is no water available. Please bring enough water for cooking, cleaning, drinking, and extinguishing campfires. Hiking: Just a short walk to the Pacific Crest Trail located across from the campground entrance. Corrals: Two horse corrals available. Fees: Camping - Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass Required. Campsites are first come-first served. No reserving or holding of campsites allowed. Day use -Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass Required.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • trailhead

    Indian Canyon Trailhead

    6.2 mi
  • attraction

    Narrows

    5.3 mi
  • recreation site

    North Fork Saddle Picnic Site

    3.5 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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