Deer Camp Trailhead

This old fire road, now a trail, takes hikers to Deer Camp, an old California Conservation Corps camp.

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Deer Camp Trailhead Details

This old fire road, now a trail, takes hikers to Deer Camp, an old California Conservation Corps camp, and to many other secluded destinations in southern Yosemite. There are no food lockers or restrooms located here.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Deer Camp Trailhead

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Logging Railroad (W6)

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El Portal View

A great view down the Merced River Canyon.

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El Portal View (G1)

A great place to view the Merced River Canyon.