Bureau of Land Management

Aholul Group Campground

Sunset views from this site are dramatic. The group campground is one large site, which can accommodate 75+ people, and is by reservation only. There is a large, paved parking lot which can accommodate large trailers or motor homes. Please call ahead as the area may be reserved in advance. Campsites are accessible and reached via a primitive hardened path, located close to the paved parking area. Drinking water and garbage receptacles are available at this campground (electricity is not). Please practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles to recreate responsibly on your public lands.

First-come, first-served

Limited data

The federal database holds very little for this campground, so this page is short. For current conditions and details, the official links in the sidebar are the better source.

Getting there

The San Joaquin River Gorge is located approximately five (5) miles northwest of the town of Auberry. The visitor center is located at 40060 Smalley Road, Auberry, California. Google Maps accurately locates the visitor center at it's actual location. From Fresno, take CA-168 north. One mile after the town of Prather, turn left onto Auberry Road.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.