California Camping – Campground Reservations

Directions From Pioneer, CA, take State Route 88 east 36.6 miles to campground on right. Phone 209-258-2287 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SILE,SILVER LAKE EAST ELDORADO,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Silver Lake East is located 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short distance from the shores of Silver lake, where activities like boating, fishing, swimming and hiking, provide campers with the perfect outdoors retreat. Numerous trails leaving the campground connect with the lake and swimming beaches. Silver Lake West is adjacent to Silver Lake East on the other side of Highway 88, and offers additional trails and access to the Silver Fork of the American River. Recreation Because the campground is already at such a high elevation, hiking is particularly popular, allowing visitors to access high alpine lakes and

Directions From Nevada City, travel east on Highway 20 for 14 miles. Turn right at the Skillman Campground sign and then left at the first road intersection into the campground. From Interstate 80 take exit 161, Highway 20 to Nevada City and drive 13 miles west toward Nevada City. Turn left at the Skillman Campground sign and then turn left at the first road intersection into the campground. Phone 530-478-6253 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HORSE CAMPING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords SKMN,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Skillman Campground has individual sites with enough room for parking trucks with trailers. Some of the sites have horse pens and water troughs for horses. It is located in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City and three historic mining towns. Recreation The Pioneer Trail stretches 25 miles

Directions From Fresno, take Highway 41 north through town of Oakhurst. Take the Sky Ranch Road (Road 632) east for 7 miles, turn southeast on Forest Road 6S40, and travel 1 mile to Soquel Campground. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities CAMPING, HIKING Keywords SOQU,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Soquel Campground consists of two loops on the banks of Willow Creek. The primitive sites are well-shaded by pine and fir trees and can accommodate small trailers and tents. Recreation Trails can be found off Highway 41 west of the campground, including the 3.7-mile Lewis Creek National Recreation Trail and the Miami Motorcycle Trails, a network of forest roads and trails for dirt bikes and off-road vehicles. The Shadow of the Giants, a grove of giant sequoias, is popular 1-mile hike just a short drive north of

Directions Travel 21 miles east from Placerville on Highway 50 and turn left on the Ice House Road. Go 25 miles north and turn left on South Fork Road. The campground is a mile from the turn-off, on the right side of the road. Phone 530-644-2324 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SOUF,SOUTH FORK CAMPGROUND,Crystal Basin,Icehouse Road,South Fork Group,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area, nestled in the vast expanse of the Eldorado National Forest. The remote location affords visitors a true outdoor camping experience. Recreation With the South Fork of the Rubicon River located within walking distance, the group camp provides excellent fishing, swimming and other water sports and activities. Facilities While the campground can be used as a single

Directions From Pioneer, CA, take State Route 88 east 21.9 miles to Bear River Lake Resort sign. Turn left at the sign and go 3.4 miles to campground on right side of the road. Phone 209-295-4360 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SOSH,BEAR RIVER RESERVOIR SO.SHORE,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview South Shore Campground is located next to Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. It’s a prime location for fishing and boating. Recreation Lower Bear Reservoir covers 166 acres and has 2.5 miles of shoreline. Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking. Anglers may catch rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout. A boat ramp is located within a mile of the campground. The Pardoe Trail can be accessed a short distance past nearby Upper

Directions From Oroville, travel east on Highway 70 for 75 miles. The turnoff to the campground is two miles past Highway 89. From Quincy, travel west on Highway 70 for 8 miles. Campground is across the Spanish Creek bridge. Phone 530-283-0555 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SPNC,Feather River Canyon,Plumas County,Feather River NF – FS,SPANISH CREEK CAMPGROUND,Spanish,Spanish Creek Campground Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Spanish Creek Campground is located on Highway 70 just east of the Highway 89 intersection; just east of where Banish Creek and Indian Creek merge together to create the east branch of the North Fork Feather River. The campground is right on Spanish Creek with a very popular swimming hole. Although the campground has been recently upgraded, it still holds the charm that it did in years past. Recreation Anglers

Directions Spring Cove is located about 20 miles south of Yosemite National Park. From Highway 41, take Bass Lake turn-off (Road 222). Head southeast about 3.5 miles to the Bass Lake Campground registration office for check-in (keep to right). The campground is southeast another 4 miles. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SPCO,BASS LAKE,SKY LAKE,OAKHURST,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Spring Cove Campground is located across the street from Bass Lake in a grove of oak, pine and cedar, and is well suited for tents or small RVs. The sites are shaded and clustered close together. Bass Lake offers many recreational activities and is a popular summer destination. Recreation Bass Lake offers a beach and boat ramp. Popular activities include swimming, motorized boating, canoeing, kayaking, water

Directions From Reno, travel north on Highway 395. Turn west on Highway 70 and travel 5 miles to Chilcoot. Turn north on Highway 284, travel 8 miles to the Frenchman Lake Reservoir, turn right, cross the dam, and travel 2 miles to the Spring Creek Campground. Phone 530-836-2575 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SPCR,PLUMAS NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Spring Creek Campground (5,800 feet) is just minutes away from the clear waters of the Frenchman Lake. The landscape provides a magnificent backdrop for a variety of recreational activities. The campground offers 35 camp sites with 12 sites available for reservation.  Recreation During summer, the campground offers a variety of outdoor experiences including hiking, biking, picnicking and hunting. The nearby lake provides ample opportunities for swimming, boating,

Directions From I-5 in Redding, California, take 299 west to Weaverville. Go north on State Highway 3 for 14 miles. The campground is on the left. Phone 530-275-8113 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords STON,STONEY GROUP SHASTA TRINITY,SHASTA-TRINITY -FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Stoney Group Campground is nestled on the banks of Stoney Creek on the Stuart Fork Arm of Trinity Lake. This group camp can accommodate up to 60 people with tents. The sites are given some shade from tall trees, and two popular recreation areas on Trinity Lake are located nearby. Recreation The campground is adjacent to the popular Stoney Creek Swim Area, which offers a beach and picnic tables. A boat ramp and marina are located less than a mile away. Popular activities in the area include power and non-motorized

Directions From Fresno, California, go east on Highway 180 to the Kings Canyon National Park entrance. Take a right at the Generals Highway, traveling approximately 10 miles south to Stony Creek Campground. Phone 559-335-2232 Activities CAMPING, DAY USE AREA Keywords STCR,GIANT SEQUOIA NAT. MONUMENT,STONEY CREEK SEQUOIA,SEQUOIA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Stony Creek Campground sits on the northern side of Hume Lake, about 18 miles from the shore, set amidst Sequoia and jeffrey pines and at an elevation of 5,250 feet. Recreation Hume Lake is a popular recreation destination where visitors can enjoy trout fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle riding. Visitors can hike the Jennie Lake Trail. The trailhead to the 4-mile trail is across the street in the Upper Stony Creek campground. Several creeks also run near the campground,

Directions From Placerville take Hwy 49 N for 1/2 mile, turn right on Hwy 193 to Georgetown. Take a right on main street in Georgetown and proceed 15 miles to the campground. From Auburn, Take Hwy 49 S to Cool, turn left on Hwy 193 to Georgetown, turn left on main street in Georgetown and proceed 15 miles to the campground. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords STUM,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Stumpy Meadows, on the Stumpy Meadows Reservoir, provides an enjoyable setting in a heavy conifer forest with easy access to an array of water activities. Campers come here to while away warm summer days on the lake and enjoy the sights and sounds of the great outdoors. The campground provides easy access to both hiking and biking trails. The

Directions Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, just past the town of Fish Camp. The campground is on the left side of the highway, 1.5 miles before the entrance to Yosemite National Park. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords SUMD,SUMMER WIND,FISH CAMP,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Summerdale Campground is located just 1.5 miles from Yosemite National Park, and sits in a scenic wildflower-filled meadow, surrounded by fir, cottonwood and cedar trees. The campground’s proximity to Yosemite, the excellent fishing at Big Creek and the cooler summer temperatures make it a very popular destination. Recreation Anglers can fish for rainbow trout in Big Creek. A few miles from the campground are opportunities to ride off-road vehicles in the Miami Motorcycle Trails Area or hike the 3.7-mile Lewis Creek National Recreation Trail. Facilities Each

Directions From Redding, California take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The campground is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Phone 530 595-6121 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SULN,LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Summit Lake North Campground (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and eight miles from the 10,457-ft. Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park.. Hikers will find one of the park’s major trails only 1/4-mile away from the campground and many more within a close proximity. Summit Lake North is on the opposite side of the lake from Summit

Directions From Redding, California take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The campground is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Phone 530 595-6121 Activities HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SULS,LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Summit Lake South Campground (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The campground is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit Lake and eight miles from the 10,457-ft. Lassen Peak, the largest volcano in the park. Hikers will find one of the park’s major trails only 1/4-mile away from the campground and many more within a close proximity. Summit Lake South is on the opposite side of the

Directions From Redding, California, take State Highway 44 east approximately 48 miles to the Manzanita Lake entrance of the park. The stock corral is 14 miles south of the entrance on the main park road. Upon reaching the Summit Lake Ranger Station continue approximately 1/8 mile to a "Service Road" turning off on the right. Turn right and continue up the road taking the first fork to the right which continues up the hill to the campsite and the stock corrals. Phone 530 595-6121 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords Lassen Volcanic National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Summit Lake Stock Corral (elevation 6,700 ft.) is conveniently located on the main road of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The stock corral is within walking distance of the small but scenic Summit

Directions Kings Canyon National Park is easily accessible from Fresno, California. Take HWY 180 East from Fresno, and proceed 55 miles to Kings Canyon National Park. Three miles east of the Big Stump Entrance Station you will find Sunset campground on your left. Phone 559-565-3341 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, VISITOR CENTER, DAY USE AREA, OTHER RECREATION CONCESSION SITE Keywords Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images National Park Services Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Sunset campground is centrally located in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada range. This campground is at an elevation of 6,500 feet. A number of hiking trails begin within walking distance of the campground including the one mile trail to the General Grant Tree. Recreation There are numerous recreation opportunities in the immediate area. From your campsite, you can hike to

Directions On Highway 50, east of Placerville, travel for 21 miles to the Icehouse Road turnoff on your left. Continue north for 16 miles to the campground. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE, SAILING Keywords SUNP,PENINSULA,SUNSET,UNION VALLEY,YELLOWJACKET,WOLF CREEK,LOON LAKE,SUNSET UNION VALLEY,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Sunset Campground is situated on the shores of Union Valley Reservoir, among the towering cedar and ponderosa pines of Eldorado National Forest. Aptly named, the campground is a fantastic destination for colorful sunset views over the lake. All water activities are popular here, but it’s also fun to bring a bike and explore the neighboring bike trail. Eldorado includes the famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Remnants of the days of the California Gold Rush can be found all around the region. Recreation

Directions From Fresno, California, take Highway 41 north. Turn northeast on Forest Road 200 and pass through North Fork. Take Minarets Road east and follow it 37 miles. Turn right on Mammoth Pool Road and follow it 2 miles to Sweetwater Campground. Phone 559-642-3212 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords SWWA,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Sweetwater Campground is laid out in a single loop along Chiquito Creek, shaded by pine, oak and cedar trees. Most sites overlook the creek or a brook that also runs by the campground. Recreation The campground attracts visitors primarily for its fishing and swimming holes. Many recreational activities are available at Mammoth Pool, including boating, trout fishing, hiking and swimming. Facilities Each campsite contains a picnic table, grill and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Campers

Directions From Interstate 5 at Red Bluff, take Antelope Boulevard east for about a quarter-mile. Turn right (south) on Sale Lane continue for approximately 3 miles to the Red Bluff Recreation Area entrance gate. Continue on that road until you get to the Sacramento River Discovery Center than turn left. The campground entrance is aproximately 600ft. down on the right. Phone 530-527-2813 FOR RESERVATION MODIFICATIONS CALL 1-877-444-6777 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, PHOTOGRAPHY, WATER ACTIVITIES, KAYAKING, CANOEING, BIRDING, WATER ACCESS, JET SKIING Keywords Lake Red Bluff,Red Bluff Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Sycamore Grove Campground sits along the banks of the sparkling Sacramento River at a 300-foot elevation, within the 488-acre Red Bluff Recreation Area. The area is an isolated parcel of the Mendocino National Forest in Northern California, in Red

Directions From Wrightwood, California, take State Route 2 west for 2.4 miles to the Table Mountain Campground sign and continue to follow signs into the campground. Phone 760-249-3526 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords TBLE,TABLE MOUNTAIN ANGELES NF,ANGELES NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Table Mountain, just a short journey northwest of the Los Angeles metro area, provides a beautiful escape from urban life. Campers will find hiking, mountain biking, birding and countless other recreation opportunities. The surrounding landscape is also ideal for scenic drives. The campground sits in the Angeles National Forest, spanning 694,187 acres over most of the San Gabriel Mountain range. The forest boasts spectacular scenery and 557 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Recreation The Table Mountain Nature Trail runs through the campground, and visitors

Directions From Highway 395 in the center of Bishop, turn west on Line Street (Highway 158) and continue west for 13 miles. Turn south on South Lake Road and continue for 5 miles to South Fork road. Phone 760-873-2500 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords TABL,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Table Mountain Group Campground is located 18 miles southwest of Bishop, California, along the South Fork of Bishop Creek. Here, the creek has bountiful trout to please anglers. Nearby glaciers and lakes make for incredible scenery and wildlife viewing is excellent. With over 2 million acres, the Inyo National Forest is home to many natural wonders, including Mt. Whitney, Mono Lake, Mammoth Lakes Basin and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. Recreation Located near John Muir Wilderness, the area offers access

Directions Take I-10 (Highway 330) to Running Springs. Turn onto Highway 18 and continue to Big Bear Lake Dam. Continue on Highway 38 for 8 miles. Turn left on Van Dusen Canyon Road (Forest Route 3N09) and drive for 4 miles. Turn right onto Forest Route 3N16 and travel approximately 2 miles. Take a right on Forest Route 3N79 and continue approximately 0.8 miles to the campground. Phone 909-866-3437 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords TANG,SAN BERNARDINO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview The Tanglewood Group Campground provides a picturesque spot for an extended family or large group getaway. It is nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California, providing a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors of any age. Recreation A variety of hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle

Directions Take I-5 to Redding, take 299 west to Weaverville, take a right on Highway 3 and go about 11 miles. The campground sign is on the left, but turn right to enter. Take 101 to Eureka, take 299 east to Weaverville, take a left on Highway 3 and go about 11 miles. The campground is on left, but turn right to enter. Phone 530-275-8113 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING SITE Keywords TACA,SHASTA-TRINITY -FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Tannery Gulch Campground offers four loops of sites shaded by a mix of conifer and deciduous trees on the shores of Trinity Lake. Three of the four loops offer scenic lake views. Campers at Tannery Gulch have access to a wide range of recreational activities, and an on-site amphitheater offers

Directions Take Highway 41 north through Oakhurst past Rd. 222 (aka Bass Lake turn off), to Road 632 (aka Sky Ranch Road). Turn right, travel 7 miles, and turn right on FS6S40 towards Soquel Campground. Travel for 1 mile, turn left on 6S08, cross the bridge and continue left through Greys Mt. Campground. Travel for 1 mile, turn left on 6S38, and continue for 2 miles to Texas Flat Campground. (Distances approximate). Phone 559-642-3212 Activities CAMPING, HIKING Keywords TEXA,MANZANITA GROUP,WHITE FIR GROUP,RED FIR GROUP,CEDAR GROUP,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism Overview Texas Flats Campground is a horse-friendly group camp situated on the banks of McGilvery Creek. It is split into 4 sections named manzanita, red fir, white fir and cedar. Recreation Nearby logging and forest roads can be used as equestrian trails. The Shadow of

Directions From Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to the town of Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 north, traveling 6 miles to the entry station of Tillie Creek Campground. Phone 760-376-1815 Activities BOATING, CAMPING Keywords TILL,LAKE ISABELLA,KERN VALLEY,SEQUOIA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Tillie Creek campground is nestled in oak trees on the shores of Lake Isabella, a popular destination for water activities, especially windsurfing and fishing. The 11,000-acre lake is actually a reservoir, one of California’s largest, and it marks the division between the Upper Kern and Lower Kern Rivers. Recreation Lake activities are the focal point of this year-round campground. Options include swimming, water skiing and windsurfing. The lake is known for trout fishing during the colder months. Lake Isabella offers anglers a variety of species, including black and

Directions Take I-5 to exit 786 for Highway 96 (Klamath River Highway). Follow Highway 96 for 4 miles until you see the sign for Tree of Heaven Campground. Turn left into the campground on road 46N90. Phone 530-493-2243 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, DAY USE AREA, SWIMMING, WHITEWATER RAFTING Keywords TREE,KLAMATH NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Tree of Heaven Campground is situated next to the Klamath Wild and Scenic River, making it popular with whitewater boaters and anglers. Visitors also enjoy birding and hiking along an interpretive trail. Recreation Fishing, birding, and whitewater boating on the class II-III Klamath River are popular options. The campground contains a quarter-mile interpretive trail and a large group day use area with a volleyball net and horseshoe pit. Facilities The campground has 21 sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are

Directions From Fresno, California, travel east on Highway 180/Kings Canyon Highway to Academy Avenue. Turn left onto Academy Avenue, and then turn right on Belmont Avenue. Continue traveling for approximately 26 miles; the entrance to Trimmer Recreation Area is on the right. NOTE: Belmont Avenue becomes East Trimmer Springs Road approximately 6 miles east of the Academy Avenue intersection. Phone 559-787-2589 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords None Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Trimmer Campground is a small facility on the shore of Pine Flat Lake in central California. Pine Flat Lake spans 20 miles in length and boasts 67 miles of shoreline. The lake, formed in 1954 with the completion of the Pine Flat Dam on the Kings River, is a recreation oasis for the area. Visitors can fish, boat, swim, hike and

Directions Travel 13.5 miles south of Bridgeport on Highway 395. Turn right at Conway Summit. Travel 5.9 miles on Forest Road 21 to where the asphalt turns to gravel. Turn right at campground entrance. Phone 760-932-7092 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING Keywords TRUM,HUMBOLDT-TOIYABE NF-FS,TRUMBALL LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Trumbull Lake Campground is located next to its scenic namesake at an elevation of 9,980 feet. The lake is one of ten alpine lakes in the area. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. Recreation Trumbull Lake offers canoeing and fishing for rainbow, brown and brook trout in a beautiful natural setting. Facilities This campground contains several single-family sites, a few double sites and one triple site, all with picnic tables, food storage lockers and campfire rings with grills. A few sites closer to the water have

Directions From Mammoth Lakes or Bishop, California: Take U.S. Highway 395 to the Owens Gorge Road exit at Tom’s Place (25 miles north of Bishop and 13 miles south of Mammoth Lakes). Drive 200 yards east to the gravel road and continue north a short distance to the campground along Rock Creek. Follow signs. Phone 760-935-4026 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords TUFF,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Tuff Campground is situated along Rock Creek in the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. It is convenient to Tom’s Place and U.S. Highway 395. At an elevation of 7,000 ft., it is lower than many of the region’s campgrounds and thus frequently one of the first campgrounds to open in the spring. Popular activities include hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing and viewing the area’s volcanic rock formations.

Directions Take state highway 99, to east on Hwy 190 for 25 miles until you arrive to campground enterance. Please follow the signs. Phone 559-784-0215 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HUNTING, PICNICKING, DAY USE AREA, OBSERVATION SITE, INFORMATION SITE, SWIMMING, MOTOR BOAT, RANGER STATION, PADDLE BOATING, WATER ACTIVITIES, KAYAKING, CANOEING, STAR GAZING, BIRDING, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, WATER ACCESS, JET SKIING, WATER SKIING, RECREATION PROGRAMS, BACKPACKING, SAILING, AMPHITHEATER, TUBING, ACCESSIBLE SWIMMING Keywords TUL2,SUCCESS LAKE,LAKE SUCCESS,SUCCESS LAKE Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Tule Campground is located at Success Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills just 8 miles east of Porterville, California. A variety of outdoor recreational activities abound, including boating, kayaking and fishing. Recreation The lake provides great opportunities for boating and swimming. Kayaking the lake’s quiet, unpopulated coves is a favorite activity. Anglers fish for bass, crappie,

Directions From east bound Interstate 80 take exit 158A or west bound Interstate 80 take exit 158B south to Emigrant Gap. After exiting the interstate take a right on Texas Hill Road towards Emigrant Gap. Continue on Texas Hill Road for about 8 miles and turn right into the campground. Phone 530-265-4531 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER ACCESS Keywords TUNN,TUNNEL MILLS,TUNNEL MILL,EMIGRANT GAP,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Tunnel Mills Group Campground is located along the East Fork of the North Fork of the North Fork American River in the Tahoe National Forest. It can be accessed off of Interstate 80, at the Emigrant Gap exit. Visitors enjoy fishing, hiking and hunting in this scenic area. Recreation Rainbow trout fishing is a popular activity on the river. Hiking and OHV trails and hunting opportunities are

Directions Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, Highway 140 east from Merced, Highway 120 east from Manteca or west from Lee Vining (State Route 395) into Yosemite National Park. Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located 5 miles from the Tioga Pass Entrance station (Hwy 120 from the east), and is 55 miles (2 hours) from Yosemite Valley. Phone 209-372-4025 OR 209-372-8502 Activities CAMPING, DAY USE AREA Keywords Yosemite National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism National Park Services Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Tuolumne Meadows Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 8,600 feet. The site is situated along the scenic Tioga Road just five miles from the Tioga Pass Entrance Station. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas,

Directions From Sacramento, take Highway 99 south to Highway 12 east. At San Andreas, take Highway 49 south for approximately 21 miles. Turn right Reynolds Ferry Road and follow the road into the Tuttletown Recreation Area. From Central California and the Bay Area, take Highway 108 east from Modesto to Sonora, then take Highway 49 north approximately 11.5 miles. Turn left onto onto Reynolds Ferry Road and follow the road into the Tuttletown Recreation Area. Phone 209-536-9094 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, PADDLE BOATING, KAYAKING, STAR GAZING, BIRDING, NON-MOTORIZED BOATING, WATER ACCESS, JET SKIING, WATER SKIING Keywords TUTTLETOWN,ACORN,CHAMISE,FIDDLENECK GROUP CAMPING,MANZANITA,OAK KNOLL,NEW MELONES LAKE,NEW MELONES: MELONES Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Tuttletown Recreation Area is located at New Melones Lake on the Stanislaus River. The 12,500 surface-acre lake is the fourth largest reservoir in

Directions The campground is 320 miles north of Los Angeles and 180 miles south of Reno, Nevada. Follow U.S. Highway 395 to the junction of State Highway 203. Turn west on 203 and drive 7 miles through the town of Mammoth Lakes. Highway 203 becomes Main Street, and then becomes Lake Mary Road, which leads to the Lakes Basin. Continue on Lake Mary Road to the Twin Lakes cutoff. Phone 760-934-5795 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING Keywords TWNL,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Twin Lakes Campground is located in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains near the town of Mammoth Lakes, California. It offers lakeside camping with breathtaking scenery and many outdoor activities. The lake is a great base for fishing, boating, viewing waterfalls and hiking, and offers close proximity to the town’s

Directions From Downieville, take Highway 49 north about 6 miles. The campground is on the right side of the highway. Phone (530)478-6253 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HUNTING, SWIMMING SITE, MOUNTAIN BIKING, WATER ACTIVITIES, KAYAKING, WATER ACCESS, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords UNFL,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Union Flat Campground is located on the North Yuba River, near Highway 49. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the area, including hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing and gold panning. Recreation The North Yuba River offers swimming, wading and rainbow trout fishing. Seasonal rafting, tubing and kayaking is available. Facilities The campground offers several single-family campsites and one double site. Some sites are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Natural Features The campground stretches along the

Directions Take Highway 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. Continue around Huntington Lake for 3.2 miles to Upper Billy Creek Campground. Phone 559-893-2111 Activities BOATING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, SWIMMING SITE Keywords BICR,HUNTINGTON LAKE,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Upper Billy Creek Campground is located across the road from Huntington Lake near the Kaiser Wilderness. The adjacent Billy Creek Guard Station Museum provides historical overviews of Huntington Lake, Native Americans and the Forest Service. Some sites at Upper Billy Creek offer lake views and others overlook Billy Creek and its abundant wildflowers. The location makes it possible to discover all the activities and attractions at Huntington Lake, and it’s an excellent base for further exploration of the Kaiser Wilderness.

Directions From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north to Sierraville. In aproximately 12 miles turn left into the campground. Phone (530) 994-3401 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WATER ACCESS, SCENIC DRIVE Keywords UPLI,TAHOE NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Upper Little Truckee Campground is located on Highway 89, about 12 miles north of Truckee. Its location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. Recreation Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. The surrounding area offers hiking and biking trails. Facilities The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural

Directions Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, Highway 140 east from Merced, or Highway 120 east from Manteca into Yosemite National Park. Follow signs to Yosemite Valley and the campgrounds. Phone (209)372-8502 Activities CAMPING Keywords Yosemite National Park,The Valley Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images National Park Services Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Upper Pines Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The site is situated in the heart of Yosemite Valley, an awe-inspiring landscape containing many of the famous features for which Yosemite National Park is known. Within Yosemite, visitors can gaze upon waterfalls, sheer granite cliffs, deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, vast wilderness areas and much more. Yosemite National Parks reservable campsites are available up to five months in advance on the 15th of each month

Directions In Big Pine, on US Highway 395, turn west at the yellow flashing traffic light onto Crocker Street (Big Canyon Road). Continue on this road for 9 miles to campground, on your left. Phone 760-935-4339 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WILDLIFE VIEWING Keywords UPSF,UPPER SAGE CAMPGROUND,INYO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism Forest Service Concessionaire California State Road Conditions Overview Take the family to Upper Sage for a pleasant camping trip along the banks of Big Pine Creek. Here, visitors can experience the beauty of the creek that runs along the base of a narrow canyon. Visitors can swim or fish, in the creek that is stocked annually with trout, or head to a nearby lake for power boating. Recreation Rainbow, brown, brook and alpers trout swim in the stream, enticing anglers. Hikers are fans of the Big Pine Creek Trail,

Directions From Placerville, drive 21 miles on Highway 50, then turn left on Ice House Riverton Road. Go 23 miles north and turn right on Tells Creek Road. Then drive 5 miles east and turn left on the gated, dirt/gravel road to the bunkhouse, which is 0.5-miles ahead on the left side. Winter access is from the Loon Lake parking area. From Highway 50, go 28 miles north on Icehouse Road and take the right fork to Loon Lake. Go 5 miles to the plowed parking area at the entrance to the campground road. A permit and gate combination is required and should be arranged prior to arrival with the Pacific Ranger Station at (530) 644-2349. Phone 530-644-2324 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, WINTER SPORTS Keywords VANV,Crystal Basin,Icehouse Road,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Van Vleck

Directions From Clovis, take Highway 168 east to Shaver Lake. Continue through Shaver Lake to Huntington Lake. At the east end of Huntington Lake, turn right on the Kaiser Pass Road (at Eastwood Visitor Center). Travel 17 miles to the Edison Lake Road. Turn left toward Edison Lake and travel 7 miles to the campground. Phone 559-893-2111 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, HORSEBACK RIDING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords VERI,HIGH SIERRA,EDISON LAKE,SIERRA NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Forest Service Concessionaire California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Vermillion Campground is located on the northwest shore of Edison Lake, in a shady stand of Ponderosa pine. Most sites provide lake views. The campground is ideal for tents, as well as small RVs. Visitors can enjoy mountain views of the surrounding John Muir and Ansel Adams Wilderness areas. Recreation Edison Lake has a free public boat

Directions Take Highway 101 to Healdsburg and exit on Dry Creek Road. Travel west another 11 miles to park boundary. Watch the road signs and make a left turn across from the visitor center to reach the Warm Springs Recreation Area. Phone 707-431-4533 Activities CAMPING Keywords WASP,LAKE SONOMA,LAKE SONOMA,Warm Springs Recreation Area Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Warm Springs Recreation Area is a day-use park located at Lake Sonoma, which is just a 45 minute drive north of Santa Rosa and a 2 hour trip from San Francisco. There is no overnight camping available at this facility World famous vineyards and a land rich in history surround the lake, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the area’s extensive trail network. Recreation The Woodland Ridge Nature Trail begins at the park and winds up the ridge, rewarding hikers with great

Directions Take Highway 41 north from Fresno, Highway 140 east from Merced, or Highway 120 east from Manteca into Yosemite National Park. Follow signs to Wawona. The campground is located 8 miles inside of the park on Highway 41, and 27 miles south of Yosemite Valley. Phone 209-375-9535 Activities CAMPING Keywords CG66,Wawona,Yosemite National Park Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images National Park Services Concessionaire California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Wawona Campground is located in breathtaking Yosemite National Park in Central California’s rugged Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. The site is situated at the southern end of the park, 27 miles and 45 minutes from Yosemite Valley, at an elevation of 4000 feet. Wawona was home to the park’s headquarters in 1904 and historic structures still stand today. The majestic Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is just a short drive away. Within Yosemite, visitors gaze upon waterfalls, sheer

Directions On Highway 50, go 21 miles east of Placerville to Riverton. Turn left on Icehouse Riverton Road. Go 19 miles north to Wench Creek turnoff, then turn left to campground. Phone 831-245-6891 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE, BIRDING Keywords WENC,ELDORADO NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview Wench Creek Campground is located in a beautiful ponderosa pine forest on the east shore of Union Valley Reservoir. The campground has 2 group campsites and several single family campsites. Plenty of water activities await at this reservoir in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The Union Valley Bike Trail and Bassi Falls Hiking Trail are worth exploring. The Union Valley Trail runs right through Wench Creek. Recreation The Union Valley Bike Trail spans 4.8 miles with an easy climb of 300 feet.

Directions From Susanville, California, take Highway 36 for 2 miles west to County Road A-1. Turn north and continue 14 miles to the Eagle Lake Recreation Area, following the signs to the campground. Phone 530-825-3212 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, HIKING, WINTER SPORTS, WATER SPORTS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords WEEA,LASSEN NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Forest Service Concessionaire Overview West Eagle Campground is part of the Eagle Lake Recreation Area in the Lassen National Forest, which offers a variety of lakes, streams and wilderness areas and an abundance of recreation opportunities. In addition to water sports on the lake, the area also offers miles of trails that are used year-round for hiking and mountain biking and by snowmobiling enthusiasts during the winter months. Recreation The 27,000-acre lake provides ample boating, swimming, water skiing and sailing opportunities. Visitors also enjoy

Directions From Ventura, take Highway 33 north about 14 miles. Turn left, continuing on Highway 33 for another 8 miles to the campground. From Los Angeles, take I-5 north, then turn west onto Highway 126 for about 28 miles, to Santa Paula. Continue north on Highway 150 for 16 miles. Turn left onto Highway 33 and continue north approximately 8 miles to the campground. Phone 805-434-1996 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, SWIMMING SITE Keywords WHEE,OJAI,LOS PADRES NF -FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Road Conditions California State Tourism Overview Wheeler Gorge Campground is a great place for families to explore the Los Padres National Forest all year long. Informative tours of the area are led by forest rangers at the nearby visitor center. The campground provides scenic views of a nearby stream, as well as vast mountain vistas. Recreation The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins at

Directions From Redding, CA, take State Route 299 west for approximately 11 miles. Turn onto Whiskey Creek Road and drive past the Whiskey Creek launch area. At the fork in the road, turn right and follow paved road approximately 1.6 miles until it ends at the group picnic area. Phone 530-242-3412 Activities BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, SWIMMING, PADDLE BOATING, WATER ACTIVITIES, CANOEING, WATER ACCESS Keywords CG57,Group Picnic Area,Whiskey Creek Picnic Area,Whiskeytown National Recreation Area,Whiskeytown NRA Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images California State Tourism California State Road Conditions Overview Whiskey Creek Group Picnic Area is located on the northern shore of Whiskeytown Lake in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, 13 miles west of Redding, California. The Group Picnic Area is a popular spot to celebrate birthdays, family reunions, work events and many other special occasions with a day of waterside fun. This is a day use area only. The hours are