Hunting, Fishing and Shooting

The Stanislaus National Forest provides opportunities to hunt, fish and engage in shooting sports activities in a safe and environmentally sound manner that promote marksmanship, public safety, hunter education, competition and lawful hunting.

Fishing

Our national forests provide an endless number of fishing opportunities for the experienced and beginning angler. Beautiful rivers and streams, high mountain lakes or reservoirs and small ponds offer just about every setting one could ask for to relax and fish or just enjoy the magnificent scenery.

Hunting

 Our national forests offer many types of hunting opportunities for hunters of all ages and experience levels. Each year visitors enjoy hunting high in the mountains in thick lodge pine stands, in open grassland canyon benches and in sagebrush valleys. Hunting activities are regulated by the corresponding state’s forest service office. Follow the state laws and regulations pertaining to hunting, including seasons, dates and licensing. While the Forest Service does not sell hunting licenses, a license is required to hunt. For licenses, regulations and detailed game unit information, visit the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. 

Target Shooting

Visitors are free to scout the public lands under our jurisdiction to find suitable sites for plinking. It is your responsibility to be aware of the location of private property within forest boundaries and to not trespass. Permission from the private landowner must be obtained to cross private lands to access public lands. Refer to the Stanislaus National Forest recreation map to determine surrounding trails, roads, and campgrounds prior to shooting. Maps are available at Forest Service offices, online, and can be purchased on the Avenza app for offline navigation.

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Herring Creek Campground

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Herring Creek Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest near Herring Creek. It is located on Forest Road 4N12; turn right onto Herring Creek Road (4N12) off of Highway 108, about 3 miles from the…

Herring Reservoir Campground

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Herring Reservoir Campground situated in a mixed conifer forest near Herring Reservoir. It is located on Forest Road 4N12; turn right onto Herring Creek Road (4N12) off of Highway 108, about 3 miles…

Highland Lakes

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This page is for the Highland Lakes area; visit the Highland Lakes Campground page to view campground status.The lakes are set in a spectacular high alpine valley, close to the top of Ebbetts Pass at…

Highway 108 Corridor

The Scenic Highway 108 Sonora Pass route begins at an elevation of about 3,000 feet, and rises to an elevation of 9,628 feet above sea level.  The pass connects the communities of Sonora to the west…

Highway 120 Corridor

Highway 120 provides year-round access to Central Sierra Nevada Mountains. The highway traverses the southern portion of the Stanislaus National Forest, between the elevations of 2,800 and 4,700…

Highway 4 Corridor

Welcome to the Calaveras Ranger District, which encompasses the Highway 4 corridor in the northwest portion of the Stanislaus National Forest. For more information please call the Calaveras Ranger…

Lake Alpine Recreation Area

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The Lake Alpine Recreation Area features a small, scenic reservoir within a granite basin surrounded by red fir and lodgepole pine forest; it is located just east of the community of Bear Valley on…

Lakes - Highway 108 Corridor

Whether you are swimming or in a boat, be sure to exercise care and follow water safety rules at all times. Wear an approved life jacket or vest while boating. Never swim alone and don't overestimate…

Lakes and Rivers - Highway 120 Corridor

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Lakes and Rivers along the Highway 120 CorridorCalifornia Campfire Permit is required to have fire in a dispersed campsite. Campfire permits can be obtained for free at any Forest Service office or…

Lumsden Bridge Campground

Lumsden Bridge Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River, approximately one mile from South Fork Campground and two miles from Lumsden…