Deer Flat Boat In Campground
New Hogan Dam and Lake is located in the oak- and brush-covered foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The 4,400 acre lake was created in 1964 with the completion of New Hogan Dam. When full, the lake has 50 miles of shoreline and extends nearly eight miles upstream to the confluence of the north and south forks of the Calaveras River. The dam provides flood protection to the City of Stockton (among other communities) and water for irrigation, drinking and hydroelectric power. The area is generally characterized by a warm, dry climate with summer temperatures regularly soaring above 90 degrees.
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Site mix
| Boat-in | 30 |
Site guide
30 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 002 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 003 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 004 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 005 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 006 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 007 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 008 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 009 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
| 010 | Lakefront | 8 / – | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground features 30 tent only campsites. There are vault restrooms within the campground as well as trash receptacles. Each campsite features a fire pit and lantern holder. For those accessing Deer Flat Campground, boats may be launched and vehicles may be parked in the Fiddleneck Day Use Area.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Stockton California, take State Highway 26 east for 30 miles. Turn right on Hogan Dam Road and continue for 3 miles, then follow signs to the Park Headquarters. The Observation Point and Picnic Shelter is located at the Park Headquarters parking lot.
| Nearest town | Valley Springs, California |
| Coordinates | 38.1547° N, 120.8136° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra Nevada Adventure Co. ↗ | 19 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 32 mi |
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Natural features
Wildlife species thrive at the lake and on the surrounding 6,500 acres of US Army Corps of Engineers' managed land. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot black-tailed deer, cottontail rabbits and jackrabbits, wild turkeys, turkey vultures, bald and golden eagles, osprey, red-tailed and other hawks, ducks and geese, California quail, acorn woodpeckers and northern flickers, coyotes, rattlesnakes and other snakes, gray fox, bobcats, and an occasional mountain lion.
Recreation
This campground is only accessible by boat and offers the only camping available on the lake outside of the main campgrounds, Acorn and Oak Knoll. Water recreation such as water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing are all frequent activities on New Hogan Lake. Fishing is allowed year-round, subject to state regulations. Popular species caught in New Hogan Lake include striped bass, black bass, catfish, bluegill and crappie.
Nearby
A number of historic sites are located nearby, including Carson Hill, the discovery site of the largest gold nugget ever found, and The Black Bart Inn, located in San Andreas, where the famous outlaw Black Bart was captured. Groceries, gas, camping supplies and more can be found in the nearby town of Valley Springs, California.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Sites at Deer Flat Boat In Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Deer Flat Boat In Campground have?
30 sites, including 30 boat-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Deer Flat Boat In Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Flat Boat In Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
This campground is only accessible by boat and offers the only camping available on the lake outside of the main campgrounds, Acorn and Oak Knoll. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Deer Flat Boat In Campground?
Valley Springs, California. A number of historic sites are located nearby, including Carson Hill, the discovery site of the largest gold nugget ever found, and The Black Bart Inn, located in San Andreas, where the famous outlaw Black Bart was captured.
Source: Getting there
What if Deer Flat Boat In Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Acorn Campground (1.7 mi), Oak Knoll Campground (2 mi), and Coyote Point (11.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby