Chimney campground sits within Sly Park Recreation Area, managed by the El Dorado Irrigation District near Pollock Pines. The campground provides both drive-in and walk-in sites with drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. Firewood is available for purchase on-site.
Located close to Sly Park Lake, the campground offers water access for kayaking and paddling, though it lacks a dedicated beach area. The site doubles as a day-use area, which can create busy conditions during peak times. Vault toilets receive regular maintenance and stay relatively clean. Campers can explore campgrounds around Pollock Pines or consider nearby Hilltop - Sly Park Recreation Area for a different lakeside experience.
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Location
Public CampgroundChimney - Sly Park Recreation Area is located in California
Coordinates
38.73400007 N
120.538 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/7/26
AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/7/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 59 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 30 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 41 min from Yuba City, CA
- 1 hr 58 min from Reno, NV
