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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

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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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    Located 9.5 miles west of Stonyford on Road 18N03.

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    #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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    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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    $5 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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