Ya-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground

About Ya-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground

Overview Gorgeous views of the Table Mountains surround this campsite and trailhead. Camping is available on a first come-first serve basis, reservations are not accepted for this campground of six campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilet (a maximum of 8 people per site; double sites are also available). 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). Fee Schedule Day Use (per vehicle)………..$5 Annual Pass…………………..$25 Individual Campsite…………..$10 Double Campsite (2 tables)….$15 Equestrian Campsite…………$25 Group Campground*…………$175 Nuckahee Learning Center*…$300 Interpretive Programs………..$10 *The Group Campground and Nuckahee Learning Center require reservations. Please contact the Bakersfield Field Office for more information. Trails of the Gorge The Dumna and Kechayi Native Americans once called the Gorge home and are still active in the area, practicing their cultural traditions which include ceremonies on site. It is from their language that we derive the names of the trails contained within the Management Area. All trails are multi-use, shared by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrian users. Motorized use on trails is prohibited. Foot Bridge Trail Distance: 1 Mile to Foot Bridge Round Trip from Ya-Gub-Weh-Tuh parking: 2 Miles The Foot Bridge is one of the most sought-after sites here at the San Joaquin River Gorge. Please remember while the slope is gradual downhill to the Bridge, it is up-hill on the way back. Be sure to plan accordingly and bring plenty of water! Pa'san Ridge Trail Distance: 6 mile loop (begins across the Foot Bridge) Round Trip from Ya-Gub-Weh-Tuh parking: 8 Miles The Pa'san (pine nut) Ridge Trail is a six-mile loop trail. This trail takes one into the chaparral clothed uplands where they will encounter mountain lilac (ceanothus), manzanita, mountain mahogany, and many other s

How to Get 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. Follow Auberry Road 2.9 miles through the town of Auberry and turn left at the Y onto Powerhouse Road. After 1.8 miles, turn left onto Smalley Road and follow it into the SRMA.

What to Pack for Your Stay

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Plan Your Visit to Ya-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground

Heading to Ya-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)