Camp Lotus sits along the American River in Lotus, California, drawing paddlers and rafters who want direct water access from their campsite. The terrain is open and grassy, with electric and water hookups available for RVs up to 40 feet. No dogs are allowed. An on-site deli serves breakfast and lunch, and a small store carries ice, snacks, and basic supplies. Campers exploring campgrounds near Coloma will find this a well-equipped base for summer river activity, though reviewers note it runs expensive during peak season. Ponderosa RV Resort is another nearby option worth comparing. The campground works best for RV campers and tent campers who prioritize amenity access and river proximity over seclusion.
Description
Camp Lotus Lodge & Campground lies on the bank of the South Fork American River. A perfect location for weddings, events, gatherings, or simply pitching a tent on soft grass near the river. We strive to provide guests with the unique experience of being immersed in the outdoors while still having some simple comforts, like a muffin and espresso in the morning. Please, come and bike, kayak, raft, hike, or simply find a good tree to read your book under while the river hums nearby. Have dinner with friends sitting around a campfire. Go to sleep under the stars. Wake up with a hot shower, warm muffin, steaming coffee, and repeat. We have over thirty campsites that fit small families up to large groups, six different cozy cabins, a riverside tipi, ten RV hookup sites, a wonderful open grassy space for events, and a beautiful Event Hall. Within five minutes’ drive there are hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails. Come give us a try and you just might make it a tradition!
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Map & DirectionsCamp Lotus is located in California near Coloma
Address
5461 Bassi Road
Lotus, CA 95651
Coordinates
38.80500638 N
120.91984497 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/8/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/8/26
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 42 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 11 min from Yuba City, CA
- 1 hr 23 min from Stockton, CA
- 2 hrs 1 min from Carson City, NV






