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North Fork Primitive Camp

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY . Overview The North Fork Merced River joins the main stem Merced River 7 miles downstream from Briceburg. This is a lovely stream that is perfect for swimming in the early summer when the main Merced is too high. Springtime comes early around here (late February — April) and the wildflowers on the slopes of the North Fork Merced can be spectacular. There is a beautiful cascade about 3/4 of a mile upstream…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 37.61342, -120.05697

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  • Railroad Flat Campground
  • Willow Placer Campground
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  • Pines Campground
  • LOST CLAIM

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