Davis Flat

Mendocino National Forest — lakeside

Location: Stonyford, CA, CA

Price: From $5 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you are able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/davis-flat to be notified when sites open up.

Extremely affordable at $5/night with first-come, first-served access and nearby OHV trails. Campers appreciate the scenic riding opportunities and rustic experience with fire rings and picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: Tule Elk, Western Gray Squirrel, Mountain Quail, Turkey Vulture, Acorn Woodpecker, California Whiptail, Western Fence Lizard, and Common Garter Snake present in the area.

Insider tips for Davis Flat: Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment. Arrive early or physically visit to claim a site — first-come, first-served only with no reservations. Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03 for GPS routing.

Skip Davis Flat if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites.. You prefer quiet camping — user reviews mention excessive OHV noise and music.. You require maintained facilities — reported issues with toilet cleanliness.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure..

Best time to visit Davis Flat: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: South Fork Campground - Mendocino National Forest (Stonyford, CA), North Fork - Mendocino National Forest (Stonyford, CA), Dixie Glade Campground (Stonyford, CA), Mill Valley Campground (Stonyford, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Davis Flat

Cell signal at Davis Flat (Stonyford, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Stonyford, CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you are able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at sites.✕ You prefer quiet camping — user reviews mention excessive OHV noise and music.✕ You require maintained facilities — reported issues with toilet cleanliness.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment.

Arrive early or physically visit to claim a site

first-come, first-served only with no reservations.

Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03 for GPS routing.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Tule Elk, Western Gray Squirrel, Mountain Quail, Turkey Vulture, Acorn Woodpecker, California Whiptail, Western Fence Lizard, and Common Garter Snake present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Mendocino National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Mendocino National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Davis Flat cost per night?+
Davis Flat costs $5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Davis Flat open?+
Davis Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Davis Flat have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Davis Flat?+
Davis Flat is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Davis Flat?+
Davis Flat is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Davis Flat?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Davis Flat is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Davis Flat open, and what are check-in times?+
Davis Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$5 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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