Public Campground

Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area

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Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area is located near the Sierra Nevada foothills, featuring forested terrain with a mix of pine and oak trees. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 90°F in summer, offering varied seasonal experiences. Nearby attractions include Jenkinson Lake, which provides opportunities for fishing and boating, and the Eldorado National Forest, ideal for hiking and exploring nature.

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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

Location

Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area is located in California

Coordinates

38.73400007 N
120.538 W

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Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 1 user
Last on 12/11/25
AT&T
No Coverage

Connectivity

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 1 user
Last on 12/11/25
AT&T
No Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park 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

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Amanda R.

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Reviewed Sep. 29, 2020

Camp here twice.

We live close by so going to camp in Sly Park, seems weird. However, I have had at least two kids camping trips here. Sly Park lake is great! We love kayaking on it, especially to the waterfall. It has vault toilets and they are pretty clean. I like that Chimney is close to the water however, this location really does not have a beach. It can be quite busy at times as it is also a day use area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Chimney - Sly Park Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, some coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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