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Wakalu Hep Yo (wild River) Campground

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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. Please practice Leave No Trace and Pack it in, Pack it out principles.

Around this stay

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

No dump, fuel, grocery, or recreation places found within ~25 mi.

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

Forest road access near this stay: BEARDSLEY ROAD in Stanislaus National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.