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  • Information on Tuolumne River

    Information on Tuolumne River:

    Lumsden Road and Cherry Lake Road provide access to the Tuolumne, most of which is located in unroaded areas. Within the Stanislaus National Forest, the River is not highly developed for recreation due to rugged terrain and few access points, yet fishing, hiking, and camping are very popular. The unique recreation feature of the Lower Tuolumne is whitewater boating.

    Within the Tuolumne River Recreation Area, camping is restricted to designated sites at Lumsden Campground, Lumsden Bridge Campground and South Fork Campground

    Directions to Tuolumne River:

    from Groveland travel approximately 10 miles to Ferretti Road, turn left; take Lumsden Road off of Ferretti Road, five miles of steep, narrow, dirt road; not advisable for trailers; subject to closure during inclement weather; or, from Groveland District Office head east on Highway 120 approximately 5 miles, turn left on Cherry Lake Road; follow Cherry Lake Road 5 miles to Early Intake

    Fishing at Tuolumne River
    Species of fish in Tuolumne River: Rainbow Trout
    It is your responsibilty to know local fishing regulations (See below)

    Tuolumne River Facts:
    Tuolumne River is a River

    Visiting Info for Tuolumne River
    Best Season to visit Tuolumne River is: April - November

    For more information on Tuolumne River contact:

    National Forest or Park: Stanislaus National Forest
    Address: 19777 Greenley Rd.
    City: Sonora Zip: 95370
    Phone: 209-532-3671
    Email: Mailroom_R5_Stanislaus@fs.fed.us

    Rules and Regulations for Tuolumne River. These may not always be up to date so make sure you double check before recreating or fishing at Tuolumne River.

    A valid California state fishing license is needed to fish in the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good outlets in many department and other retail stores. Make sure you pick up a current state fishing regulation guide with your license, for information on fishing times and limits. Contact California Department of Fish and Game for more information.

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