Dry Gulch
Sierra National Forest
Dry Gulch in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Dry Gulch Campground sits on the north side of the Merced River. The small camp features walk-in tent sites on the river, shaded by a grove of pine and oak trees. Dry Gulch's remote location makes for a quiet and peaceful camping experience.The camping sites at Dry Gulch do meet accessibility standards and offer picnic tables, grills and fire rings. Vault toilets are available.Dry Gulch Campground is located in the B
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 4.0 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Dry Gulch FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Dry Gulch?
Dry Gulch in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Dry Gulch when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Dry Gulch often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Dry Gulch and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Dry Gulch a good campground?
Dry Gulch holds an average rating of 3.8/5 from 48 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Dry Gulch located?
Dry Gulch is located in Sierra National Forest, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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