Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Airport Flat
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/4/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 27 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,300 ft.
This campground, near Gerle Creek, began as a gathering place for
off-road enthusiasts. Today, the campground is more developed
but has retained much of its original character. It is designed
to accommodate both single families and groups of off-road
vehicles. This is a nice place for a base camp to explore the
area. Cedar and pine trees provide some shade and widely spaced
camp sites provide good privacy. Camp sites 12 through 15 are
best suited for single family campers with pop-up tent campers or
slide-ins. There are community bear-proof food containers.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 20 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See RV Comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel with some being irregular in shape
and varying in size from 18' X 25' to being large enough to
accommodate any size RV. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available at the Forest Service Sunset campground, 12
miles south on Forest Rt. 3. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in nearby
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
Comments:
Brown trout (native) in nearby Gerle Creek.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Big Meadows
VISIT DATE: 08/03/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Georgetown
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Foresthill
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Foresthill, CA, at intersection of Foresthill Rd. and Soap St.
take Soap St south .3 miles to a "Y" Intersection. Bear left at
intersection, onto Mosquito Ridge Rd. and go 35.7 miles to
campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,300 ft.
The campground has two overlapping loops in a grove of large
cedars, pines and fir trees. With the grass and fern understory
and dappled shade, the campground has a magical appearance.
Although the campground has an undiscovered feel to it, the long
drive is well worth it. The nearby Hell Hole Reservoir offers a
wide range of waterplay activities. Bear-proof food containers
are found at some camp sites.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day - single
$20 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 53
Total Sites: 54
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 52
No. Grilles on Sites: 52
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10.5' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved; some are badly eroded.
RVrs fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 11
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby Reservoir (about 3 miles) is 1,250 acres. A
wide range of waterplay activities are available.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
Comments:
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon are
available at the nearby Hell Hole Reservoir.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Camino Cove
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 19.6 miles to
Wolf Creek directional sign. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 31 and go
2.1 miles to an intersection. Turn left onto a single lane, dirt
and rough road (Forest Rt. 12N30) and go 1.6 miles to Camino Cove
directional sign. Turn left at sign onto another single lane,
dirt road and go 0.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: After 0.7 miles, Forest Rt. 31 becomes dirt, rough and
rocky.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,800 ft.
This very scenic campground is located on a peninsula jutting out
into Union Valley Reservoir. Cedar, fir, and mixed pines provide
shade to most camp sites. Privacy is fair between camp sites.
Great location for beach and boat sports. Boats can be moored at
or close to some camp sites. A grass meadow on one side of
campground stretches out to the reservoir.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 15 - may vary
NOTE: (2/28/2021) Campground will temporarily close for
renovation; Contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 32
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 0
No. Grilles on Sites: 32
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel. An RV waste station,
with potable water, is available for a fee at the Forest Service's
Yellow Jacket campground. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Coin operated showers available at Forest Service's Fashoda Beach
campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres. Boat ramps are at
the Forest Service's Yellow Jacket and West Point (closest at
about 1.5 miles) campgrounds.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Caples Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 42.8 miles to campground
on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,900 ft.
The campground, located across from Caples Lake, has two loops
connected by a spur in a stand of Lodgepole pine. It runs up a
draw with rock walls on both sides. Only a few sites at front of
campground have a partial view of the lake. The lake is a
pleasant canoe and small sailboat destination. Kirkwood Mountain
Resort offers a variety of activities including mountain biking
and disc golf plus limited groceries, post office and restaurant.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 30
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with no potable
water, is available for a fee at south end of Silver Lake at Plassers
Resort. RVrs fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 7
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Caples Lake is 400 to 500 acres. A boat ramp is available at
Caples Lake Resort - launching fee - $15.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Nearby trails access Mokelumne Wilderness.
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Mackinaw trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Capps Crossing
VISIT DATE: 07/29/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Placerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Sly Park Rd (County E16) south 4.3 miles to Morman
Emigrant Tr. Turn left onto Mormon Emigrant Tr and go 11.2 miles
to North-South Rd. Turn right onto North-South Rd and go 7 miles
to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,100 ft.
This pack it in, pack it out campground is primarily for Groups. Sites for
single or family campers might be available on a first come/first served
bases if not reserved or taken by group. The campground is a single loop
beside North Fork Cosumnes River among cedar and fir trees. One camp
site may be occupied by a host. Camp site #11, a nice place for an RV
(wide site with water spigot) is connected to main campground by a bridge
built in 1932. Groups can reserve campground through www.recreation.gov.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 11 through October 8 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading possible in North Fork Cosumnes River.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: China Flat
VISIT DATE: 07/29/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Placerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 17.7 miles to Silverfork Rd (in Kyburz).
Turn right onto Silverfork Rd (Forest Rt. 7) and go 2.5 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,900 ft.
Once the site of a sawmill, the area now has a small campground
with two loops, a spur, and a separate area for walk-in tent
campers along Silver Fork of American River. Ponderosa pine and
cedar provide ample shade. The nearby communities of Silver Fork
and Kyburz offer gas and limited groceries. Firewood is
available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 11 through October 8 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $23 per day - single
$46 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Some campsites can accommodate
any size RV. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 6
WATER SPORTS - No
Comments:
Wading possible in Silver Fork of American River.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Fishing: Yes
Comments:
Brown (native) and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dru Barner Park
VISIT DATE: 08/03/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Georgetown
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Georgetown
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Georgetown, CA, at intersection of Main St. and Georgetown Rd.
(State Rt. 193), take Main St. east 5.9 miles to Bottlehill
Bypass sign. Turn left at sign onto a wide single-lane road and
go 1.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: Main St. becomes Buckeye Lake Rd. (Forest Rt. 1).
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,200 ft.
The campground, developed by the joint efforts of volunteers and
Forest Service, is named for a local woman who was an advocate
of endurance trail riding. The campground is located in a grove
of mixed pine, cedar and oak and is comprised of a series of
overlapping loops within a large loop. It has a rough and rugged
appearance with poorly defined parking aprons and horse manure
scattered all over campground. Although considered a horse camp,
equestrian facilities provided are limited to a few water
troughs. Pack it in, pack it out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $8 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 46
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and dirt. The parking aprons are
rough, poorly defined and irregular shape. RVrs fill water tank
before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Potable water spigot is behind camp site #12
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Battle Hill Road (mult-use) - 8 miles
Bolderston Tie Trail (multi-use) - 2 miles
provides access to the Rock Creek Trails area
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fashoda Beach
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2003
UPDATE DATE: 4/8/18
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 15 miles to
Sunset and Fashoda campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 1
mile to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,900 ft.
This all-tent campground is a delight. Camp sites are scattered
around a terraced hillside providing almost every site a view of
the Union Valley Reservoir and distant mountains. There is lots
of shade from a pleasant mixture of conifers. There is ample
spacing between camp sites to provide fair to good privacy. The
campground is named for a ranch now under the reservoir.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through September 5
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 30
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Hot showers are coin-operated.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres. The beach is large and
sandy.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Nearby is the paved Union Valley Bike Trail (wheelchair, bike,
foot, and roller blades) - 4 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Gerle Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 27.4 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.7 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,400 ft.
The campground, located near Gerle Creek and Gerle Reservoir, has
one large loop with another small loop inside it. Cedar, fir and
a sprinkle of oak provide some shade. Some camp sites have a
view of the reservoir. Be sure to bring float toys and sunscreen
for a pleasant day next to the water - lots of places between
boulders to set up lawn chairs. Community bear-proof food
containers are available and firewood can be purchased.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through October 8
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 49
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 49
No. Grilles on Sites: 49
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and paved. An RV waste station,
with no potable water, is available at the Forest Service Sunset
campground, 12.3 miles south on Forest Rt. 3. RVrs fill water
tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 12
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Gerle Reservoir is 30 acres. Although swimming is not
designated, "young people" enjoy the cold swimming.
HIKING
Gerle Creek Trail (wheelchair friendly and foot) - 0.8 miles
Harvest Trail (interpretive, foot & wheelchair friendly) - 0.8
miles.
FISHING
Brown trout (native)
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hell Hole
VISIT DATE: 08/03/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Georgetown
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Foresthill
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Foresthill, CA, at intersection of Foresthill Rd. and Soap St.
take Soap St south .3 miles to a "Y" Intersection. Bear left at
intersection, onto Mosquito Ridge Rd. and go 37 miles to
campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,200 ft.
This tent-only campground is perched on a rim above Hell Hole
Reservoir. While the reservoir and surrounding vista are hidden
by a dense growth of large Ponderosa pine and cedar, it is but a
short walk to a rock overlook - quite a view. Quite and
secluded, this campground is far from the crowds and in the
forest. A small pond is located in the campground - bring insect
repellent. There are bear-proof food containers at a few of the
camp sites.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
A wide range of water play is available at the 1,250-acre Hell
Hell Reservoir, 1.6 miles south of campground.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon are
available at nearby Hell Hole Reservoir.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ice House
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2003
UPDATE DATE: 4/8/2018
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park Rd,
take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area sign.
Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 10.8 miles to Ice House
campground directional sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt.
32 and go 1.1 miles to an intersection and campground/boat ramp
sign. Continue straight to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 ft.
The campground has two unnamed sections along the shores of Ice
House Reservoir plus an RV only area at boat ramp. The first
section is two overlapping loops tucked in among cedar and
Ponderosa pine. Some camp sites are along the shoreline with a
pleasant view of the reservoir. The sites in this first section
have minmal privacy. The second section (on opposite side of
boat ramp) has area for tents only. The lakeside camp sites are
secluded and attractive. The remaining portion of this section
is more open with scattered, towering Ponderosa pines, cedars and
large Manzanita bushes. The interior road in this section is
rough compared to first section. Firewood is available for a
fee. The Ice House Resort offers limited groceries, gas, and a
cook's night out.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 26 through October 8
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 10
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 70
Total Sites: 91
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 81
No. Grilles on Sites: 81
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The RV waste station is
available for a fee. There are no tables or grilles at the
RV-only camp sites. The pull-through is a double site. RVrs fill
water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 18
No. Threaded: 8
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Ice House Reservoir is 700 acres.
HIKING
Ice House Mountain Bike Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Jones Fork
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 13.7 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 17N12Q and go
0.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,000 ft.
The campground has two loops located at Union Valley Reservoir
among cedar and fir trees. Every camp site has view of the
reservoir.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 39'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
Comments:
Coin operated hot showers are available at Fashoda Beach
campground, 1.3 miles north on Icehouse Rd.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres. The nearest boat ramp is
at Sunset campground, 1.3 miles north on Icehouse Rd.
HIKING
Union Valley Bike Trail (paved - foot, bike, roller blades,
wheelchair) - 4 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee Salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Kirkwood Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA take State Rt. 88 east 40.7 miles to Lake
Kirkwood sign. Turn left at sign onto a single lane road and go
0.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
This delightful single loop tent campground, next to Kirkwood
Lake, is located in a field of glacial-carved rock. Boulders
located around campground give a protective, fortress type
feeling. Lodgepole pine and River willow provide ample shade.
The lake offers pleasant canoeing possibilities. Nearby
trailheads offer access to Mokelumne Wilderness, but campers may
not want to leave because it is reminiscent of the beauty of New
England's Golden Pond. The Two Sentinels, standing guard over the
campground is an example of its great vistas. Kirkwood Mountain
Resort offers a variety of activities including mountain biking
and disc golf plus limited groceries, post office and restaurant.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through October 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Kirkwood Lake is 25 acres
HIKING
Kirkwood Lake Trail #17E53 (foot) - 0.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Loon Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 24.5 miles to
Loon Lake sign. Turn right after sign and go 4.6 miles to
another Loon Lake sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.3 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
The campground, located along the south shore of Loon Lake,
has five unnamed loops for three types of campers. One loop
is adjacent to the boat ramp/day-use area. The campsites on
this loop are parking lot style for RV campers. Another loop, in
the campground's middle, is designated for, but not limited to,
equestrian campers with pull-through parking aprons and tether
poles. The loops nearest the lake, with campsites 1 through 34,
have some views of the lake and a lush understory of wildflowers
and fern. The parking aprons are in poor condition and are generally
more tent friendly.
This is bear country; practice safe storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through October 8
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 15
No. Tent Sites: 22
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 31
Total Sites: 68
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 62
No. Grilles on Sites: 62
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. RV only camp sites all have
parking aprons 16.5' X 56'. An RV waste station with potable water,
is available for a fee at the Forest Service's Sunset campground. RVrs
fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 13
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Loon Lake is 900 acres. Although there are no restrictions on
powerboats, numerous submerged boulders could be a hindrance.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Nearby, the 18-mile Rubicon jeep trail begins.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lover's Leap
VISIT DATE: 07/27/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Placerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 26.7 miles to Strawberry Ln (just east of
Strawberry Lodge). Turn right onto Strawberry Ln and go 0.1
miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left onto Forest Rt. 11N20A
and go 0.1 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
This is a pack it in, pack it out rock climber's tent campground
where all camp sites are walk-in. The camp sites are tucked in
among pine, cedar, and fir trees and hidden by Manzanita and other
shrubs. A full range of climbing opportunities can be found in the
area. Traffic noise from US Rt. 50 can be heard throughout campground.
Strawberry Lodge offers a cook's night out, ice cream, showers,
and a nice place to socialize. Large boxes at each camp site
provide a place to stow climbing gear.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through November 1 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 21
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
For a fee, hot showers at Strawberry Lodge.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Middlefork Cosumnes
VISIT DATE: 07/21/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 16.2 miles to Cat Cr Rd
sign. Turn left after sign onto Forest Rt. 63 and go 8.4 miles
to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,200 ft.
The campground, with large spacious camp sites, stretches out
along the Middle Fork of Cosumnes River among mature cedar and
fir. At far end of campground is an area for a group of tent
campers nestled in a dense grove of Sugar pine. Good privacy
between camp sites and the campground is pack it in, pack it out.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 15 through November 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day - single
$32 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 9
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Northshore RV
VISIT DATE: 07/25/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 24.5 miles to
Loon Lake sign. Turn right after sign and go 7.3 miles to
campground on right - the Forest Service map says this road is
Icehouse Rd. and Forest Rt. 3.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,400 ft.
The campground is one loop on the west shore of Loon Lake. It
overlooks the lake with camp sites nestled between huge boulders
and Lodgepole pine. A steady stream of off-road vehicles pass by
campground with some stopping at the vault. Loon Lake and
Desolation Wilderness can be viewed from most camp sites.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day through Sepyrmner 6 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available for a fee at the Forest Service campground.
RVrs fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Loon Lake is 900 acres. Although there are no restrictions on
powerboats, numerous submerged boulders could be a hindrance.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Nearby, the 18-mile Rubicon jeep trail begins.
FISHING
Rainbow and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pardoes Point
VISIT DATE: 07/21/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 21.9 miles to Bear River
Lake Resort sign. Turn left at sign and go 4 miles to campground
sign. Turn right at sign, passing BSA Camp Winton, to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,900 ft.
The campground is a long spur above the south shore of Bear River
Reservoir. The campsites are rustic with rocks and trees,
mostly Lodgepole pine and cedars, provide ample shade.
This is a very basic tent campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 1 through October 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 10
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Bear River Reservoir is 200 acres. Campground's signed boat
launch is on the low side of primitive.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pi Pi
VISIT DATE: 07/18/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 11.2 miles to Pipi
Valley sign. Turn left after sign onto Omo Ranch Rd and go 0.7
miles to a "Y" intersection and Pi Pi campground sign. Bear
right onto North-South Rd and go 5.6 miles to a "T" intersection.
Turn right, then right again into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,000 ft.
The Pi Pi (pronounced pie pie) campground has three loops connected
by long spurs through a pleasant, heavy mixture of conifers,
including cedar and fir. It is a pretty campground with excellent
privacy between campsites that stretches out along the Middle
Fork of Cosumnes River. The meadow area was once used by the
Miwok for summer camping. Today, the campsites encircle that area.
The California Door Lumber Co. (provided lumber to San Francisco
after the devastating San Francisco 1906 earthquake) logged the
area about 100 years ago. The campground is a good base camp for
licensed OHV vehicles for trails starting about a mile from
campground - contact the ranger district office for trail
information.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
$84 per day - triple
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 38
Total Sites: 49
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 49
No. Grilles on Sites: 49
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
Some gravel, mostly paved parking aprons. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 16
No. Threaded: 7
Comments:
Wheelchair friendly toilets located near camp sites #43 and 51.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Good wading in the Middle Fork of Cosumnes River.
HIKING
River walkway - (paved, foot and wheelchair friendly) 0.8 miles
FISHING
Native Brook and Rainbow trout; river is not stocked.
Wheelchair friendly fishing is provided.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sand Flat
VISIT DATE: 07/29/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Placerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 15.9 miles to campground symbol sign. Turn
left at sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,900 ft.
The campground is a single loop between South Fork of American
River and US Rt. 50. A majority of campsites are along the
river. Both tent sites are walk-in and enjoy the best privacy.
Cedar and pine provide some shade. Although riverside campsites
are most popular, the non-river campsites are good for transient,
overnight campers. Nearby communities of Silver Fork and Kyburz
offer gas and limited groceries. Firewood is available for a
fee. Expect some traffic noise from Rt. 50.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 11 through October 8 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $23 per day - single
$46 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 37'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and gravel. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading possible in South Fork of American River.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Silver Fork
VISIT DATE: 07/21/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Placerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 29.4 miles to Morman
Emigrant Trail sign. Turn left at sign onto Forest Rt. 5 and go
4.3 miles to Silverfork campground sign. Turn right onto Forest
Rt. 7 and go 7.1 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 ft.
The campground has three unnamed loops above the Silver Fork of
American River. Although a number of camp sites overlook it,
none have "safe" access to the River. A path near the fee board
is only access provided. The sound of the river's rapids can be
heard throughout the campground. Mature fir and Jeffrey pine
provide lots of shade. Nice level parking aprons at a good angle
to interior road make this a good RV friendly campground. Firewood
is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 11 through September 9 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $23 per day - single
$46 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 34
Total Sites: 34
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 34
No. Grilles on Sites: 34
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 47'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 10
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Silver Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/17/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/11/2017
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 36.6 miles to campground
on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,200 ft.
The campground has three unnamed loops connected by a spur
meandering around knolls and through a pleasant mixture of
conifers, including Red fir and Lodgepole pine. A small pond in
the middle of the campground attracts ducks, but cannot be seen
from any of the camp sites. The two loops closest to the
campground entrance have less shade but longer parking aprons.
Silver Lake is within easy walking distance from most camp sites.
Two nearby resorts offer boat rentals, limited groceries, and a
cook's night out. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 29 through October 9
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 57
Total Sites: 60
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 60
No. Grilles on Sites: 60
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 43'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are paved, others are dirt. An RV waste
station, with no potable water, is available for a fee at Plasse's
Resort. RVrs fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 16
No. Threaded: 16
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Silver Lake is 200 acres. A boat ramp is available at Plasse's
Resort, a short distance from campground - expect to pay a fee.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Numerous informal trails connect campground with local resorts,
beaches and Silver Lake.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: South Shore
VISIT DATE: 07/21/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 21.9 miles to Bear River
Lake Resort sign. Turn left at sign and go 3.4 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,800 ft.
The campground is a spur leading to a teardrop loop in a mixture
of conifers including cedar and Sugar pine. It is on a hillside
with a very steep stretch when exiting from the loop. This may
cause some travel trailers to drag. The campground is not on
Bear River Reservoir, but some camp sites have a limited view of
the reservoir through the trees. The nearby Bear River Lake Resort
offers limited groceries and boat rentals.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 11 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
$84 per day - triple
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste
station, with no potable water, is available for a fee
at Bear River Lake Resort. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at Bear River Lake Resort.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The nearby 727-acre Bear River Reservoir offers all water sports.
For a fee, a boat ramp is available at the Bear River Lake
Resort.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
Comments:
The nearby Bear River Reservoir offers Rainbow, Brown, and
Mackinaw trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Strawberry Point
VISIT DATE: 07/30/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park Rd,
take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area sign.
Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 10.8 miles to Ice House
campground directional sign. Turn right at sign onto Forest Rt.
32 and go 1.1 miles to an intersection. Turn left, staying on
Rt. 32, and go 1.8 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 ft.
The campground is a single loop on the north shore of Ice House
Reservoir. Large boulders provide privacy to lakeside camp sites
but little shade. The non-lakeside sites have ample shade from
cedar and pines and even better privacy. The views from the
campground are delightful.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open Memorial Day weekend through October 15 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 35'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Some parking is parallel to
interior road. An RV waste station with no potable water, is
available for a fee at Ice House campground. RVrs fill water tank
before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Ice House Reservoir is 700 acres. Swimming and boat ramp
available at Ice House campground.
HIKING
Hiking: Yes
Comments:
Ice House Mountain Bike Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Stumpy Meadows
VISIT DATE: 08/03/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Georgetown
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Georgetown
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Georgetown, CA, at intersection of Main St. and Georgetown Rd.
(State Rt. 193), take Main St. east 17.7 miles to campground on
right.
NOTE: Main St. becomes Buckeye Lake Rd. (Forest Rt. 1).
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,400 ft.
The campground is one large loop meandering through a stand of
large Ponderosa pine, fir, oak, and cedar trees. The camp sites
are well spaced providing good privacy. Although within easy
walking distance of Stumpy Meadows Reservoir, no camp sites have
a view of water. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 20 through October 8
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 37
Total Sites: 39
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 39
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The pull-through is a double site.
Interior road is narrow in places. RVrs fill water tank before
arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 16
No. Threaded: 12
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Stumpy Meadows Reservoir (a.k.a. Edson Lake) is 500 acres. Power
boats are limited to 5mph. The boat ramp is 1 mile west of
campground.
HIKING
Trail to Reservoir (foot) - 0.1 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sunset
VISIT DATE: 07/29/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 15 miles to
Sunset and Fashoda campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 1.1
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,900 ft.
The campground has three unnamed sections stretching out on a
peninsula that reach into Union Valley Reservoir. Many sites
overlook the water and all are within walking distance of the
shore. It is possible to moor a boat along the shoreline.
Ponderosa pine, cedar, and fir provide ample shade. The provided
swim beach is nearby at Fashoda Beach campground. This is a
very popular campground - reservations are recommended for
weekends and holidays. The first and second sections are rougher
with dense tree growth and eroded parking aprons and interior
road. The third section has a wider interior road with newer
paved surfaces and is more RV friendly. Nearby Icehouse Resort
offers limited groceries and cook's night out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
$84 per day - triple
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 123
Total Sites: 129
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 129
No. Grilles on Sites: 129
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
Parking aprons in the first two sections are old, paved and
eroded to dirt and gravel. The third section is RV friendly with
good paved parking aprons. The interior road in the first two
sections is narrow, rough with close-growing trees and large
rocks - not recommended for RVs. All pull-throughs are double
sites. The RV waste station is available for a fee. RVrs fill
water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 29
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Coin-operated hot showers available at Fashoda Beach campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres.
HIKING
Union Valley Bike Trail (paved - foot, bike, roller blades,
wheelchair) - 4 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wench Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 17.4 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.4 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,100 ft.
The campground has three sections comprised of one loop each.
All the sections are heavily wooded with cedar, Sugar pine, fir
and some Ponderosa pine. A portion of each section overlooks the
Union Valley Reservoir. Most camp sites are shaded but with no
understory or middlestory, privacy is only fair. Mooring boats
on shoreline is possible. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 99
Total Sites: 99
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 99
No. Grilles on Sites: 99
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station, with potable
water, is available for a fee at Sunset campground. Because of
boulders lining the interior road, backing into some camp sites may
be a challenge. Camp sites 96 through 100 are in a crossover; except
for pop-up tents and slide-outs, RVs not recommended. RVrs fill water
tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 22
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Hot showers available at Fashoda Beach campground - coin operated.
Flush toilets are in first section (sites 1 through 28).
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres. Boat ramp is at either
Yellow Jacket or Sunset campgrounds, a short distance away.
HIKING
Union Valley Bike Trail (paved - foot, bike, roller blades) - 4
miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee Salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wolf Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 19.6 miles to
Wolf Creek directional sign. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 31 and go
1.8 miles to campground sign. Turn left onto paved road and go
0.6 miles to campground.
NOTE: After 0.7 miles, Forest Rt. 31 becomes dirt, rough and
rocky.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,100 ft.
The campground has a spur and two loops among mature Ponderosa
pine, fir and cedar trees. Some camp sites (31-34) are on the
eastern shore of Union Valley Reservoir. Many other camp sites
overlook the reservoir and have a view of snow-capped mountains.
There is no understory and privacy between camp sites is fair.
Most of the longer parking aprons and double family sites are
along the spur. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through September 3
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day - single
$56 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 41
Total Sites: 41
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 41
No. Grilles on Sites: 41
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station with potable water,
is available for a fee at the Forest Service's Yellow Jacket campground.
RVrs fill water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Coin operated showers are available at the Forest Service's
Fashoda Beach campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres. The nearest boat ramp is
at the Forest Service's campground, a mile away.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown, and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon
CAMPGROUND NAME: Woods Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/22/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Amador
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pioneer
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Pioneer, CA, take State Rt. 88 east 45.1 miles to Woods Lake
Recreation Area sign. Turn right at sign and go 1.3 miles to
campground on right.
NOTE: Last 1.3 miles is posted with sign stating: "Road not
suitable for trailers or large RVs."
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,200 ft.
The campground is a large single loop meandering through
Lodgepole pine, fir, and piles of boulders. Several small ponds
dot the campground. These characteristics and the understory of
grass and wildflowers give the campground a cool lush feeling.
Woods Lake, within an easy walk of the campground, offers
pleasant canoeing. Numerous trails offer different levels of
hiking with some accessing Mokulemne Wilderness. The campground
is well suited for tent campers and small RVs.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open June 15 through October 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 25'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved and all are about same size. An RV
waste station, with no potable water, is available for a fee at Plasses
Resort, located at south end of Silver Lake. RVrs fill water tank
before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Woods lake is about 20 acres.
HIKING
Woods Lake Trail - 2 miles
Round Top Lake #17E47 - 2.5 miles
Winnemucca Lake #18E00 - 2 miles
Lost Cabin Mine - 1.9 miles
All trails are foot and horse.
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Wrights Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/27/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 10.8 miles to
Ice House Reservoir sign. Turn right and go 1.1 miles to
Wright's Lake sign. Turn left and go 7.6 miles to a "T"
intersection. Turn left onto Wrights Lake Rd (Forest Rt. 4) and
go 1.8 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 ft.
The campground, near the Desolation Wilderness, has three unnamed
sections - one tent only, one equestrian, and one for tents and
RVs (combined). The tent-only section loops through a stand of
Lodgepole pine and fir near Wrights Lake. Many camp sites in
this section have a view of the lake. Wildflowers and grass
provide a pleasing understory, but little privacy. Only a few
camp sites tucked in among boulders do have nice privacy.
The combined section has three overlapping loops in what was once
a meadow but now has a stand of young Lodgepole pine providing
shade to most camp sites. This section has several walk-in tent
sites, and along with rest of the section, minimal privacy.
Close to the campground's amphitheater and Twin Lakes Trailhead,
it is a walk to Wrights Lake.
The equestrian section, for horse campers only, is a large loop
just before the campground's entrance. This section circles a
grassy meadow with some camp sites adjacent to South Fork Silver
Creek. Lodgepole pine provide some shade. There are no tethers,
corrals or watering troughs.
Overall, this is an excellent, attractive campground. The lake
is a wonderful, quiet place to explore with inflatable rafts,
kayakes, canoes, etc. Swimming, although not provided by the
Forest Service, is an ongoing activity. Reservations are
recommended for tent-only and combined sections.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open July 8 through September 30 - may vary
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$50 per day - double
$28 per day - equestriam
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 28
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 52
Total Sites: 80
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 65
No. Grilles on Sites: 80
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved in the tent and combined sections.
In the equestrian section, the parking aprons are irregular in
shape, dirt and grass; accommodates most any size RV. RVrs fill
water tank before arriving at campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 22
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Wrights Lake is 40 acres.
HIKING
Barrett Lake Trail (foot) - 3 miles
Loop Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 1.5 miles
*Bloodsucker (foot and horse) - 5 miles
*Rockbound Trail (foot & horse) 0.5 miles
*Twin Lakes Trail - nearby
*Accesses Desolation Wilderness
FISHING
Rainbow and brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Yellow Jacket
VISIT DATE: 07/28/2003
UPDATE DATE: 2/28/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Pacific
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Pollock Pines
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Pollock Pines, CA, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Sly Park
Rd, take Rt. 50 east 8.3 miles to Crystal Basin Recreation Area
sign. Turn left at sign onto Icehouse Rd and go 19.6 miles to
Yellow Jacket directional sign. Turn left onto Forest Rt. 31 and
go 0.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.6
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,200 ft.
The campground has two unnamed loops overlooking Union Valley
Reservoir. One loop has 30 camp sites and the other 10 (one is
for host). Many camp sites have a view of the reservoir. The
overstory is comprised of cedar, fir, and small Ponderosa pines.
Good campground for boating enthusiasts. Firewood is available
for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 25 through September 6
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $28 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 39
Total Sites: 39
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 38
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. A fee is required for use of RV
waste station. RVrs fill water tank before arriving at
campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 8
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
There are coin-operated hot showers at Fashoda Beach campground.
Flush toilets are in large loop.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Union Valley Reservoir is 25,000 acres.
NOTE: (5/2/2018) Boat ramp will close after Labor Day for
renovation 2018; Contact ranger district office for status.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Union Valley Bike Trail (paved, bike and foot) - 1mile
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Mackinaw trout and Kokanee salmon
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