Fishing enthusiasts will find Ahart Campground positioned along the American River within Tahoe National Forest, where the US Forest Service maintains 20-dollar sites from May through November. The forested setting includes both open terrain and river access, with water hookups available for RVs alongside standard vault toilets.
Reservations help secure spots during peak season, and the campground welcomes pets on leash. Gates Group Campground sits just 0.3 miles south for campers preferring group accommodations.
Description
Overview
Ahart Campground is located on the tree covered banks of the North Fork of the American River near French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 miles from the town of Foresthill, high in the Sierra mountains. Visitors enjoy the area for the rugged mountain beauty, fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Natural Features
The campground is near the north shore of French Meadows Reservoir along the banks of the Middle Fork of the American River while nestled in a Coniferous Forest. Summer days can be warm and pleasant with cool evenings.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundAhart Campground is located in California
Directions
\_\_High clearance vehicles may take Foresthill Rd to the 43 Rd (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd, snow permitting. Access from Soda Springs and the 43 Rd is not recommended for trucks with trailers, motorhomes/RV's or passenger vehicles that are not high clearance vehicles with four wheel drive.
Coordinates
39.145997 N
120.408204 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 21 min from Sacramento, CA
- 2 hrs 41 min from Yuba City, CA
- 3 hrs 17 min from Reno, NV
- 3 hrs 48 min from Carson City, NV




