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Camp Nauvoo

General Overview

We are a small privately owned small campground (19 sites only) located on the outskirts of Placerville. The property features 86.5 secluded Tahoe like acres with beautiful year-round Weber Creek. The camp sites are placed along the creek or the bluff overlooking the creek. We have traditional dirt camping, canvas tents on platforms, teepees and glamping tents for those that want the comforts of home. We are tent camping only with only one site that allows a small travel trailer or van. (#14) . We are dog friendly and allow dogs in all but 5 glamping sites. We do enforce camp rules especially our quiet time between 10 PM and 7 AM (please review).

We’ve been told that we have a “family camp” vibe. We are a great place for families wanting a safe environment for their kids but also several group sites for those that want to hang out together with multiple families. We are also a great base site for those wilderness enthusiasts with access to all the El Dorado National Forest including Desolation but want a hot shower at the end of the day.

We have a lodge that is stocked with games and a ping pong table. The lodge has a microwave, Keurig machine and a hot water kettle for those hot drinks (BYO Cups).We have several tables set up for those that want to eat inside as well as multiple picnic tables along the side of the lodge with overhead protection. We have electricity at the at the lodge for small appliances and charging phones. We have a compressor on site to blow up your air mattresses or float toys. We’ve been told that our bathrooms are the “cleanest” ever and have changing tables and diaper pails. We offer nice flushing toilets and hot showers!

For outdoor activities we have basketball, volleyball, pickleball and cornhole not to mention the playground with swing sets, seesaw and tractor play. We have hiking trails throughout the property. Our highlight is a camp fire bowl with bench seating with a stage to display camper talent which is perfect for the evening fire and roasting s’mores (bring the fixings).

The creek starts out in spring looking like a rushing river featuring many fishing and swimming holes. As the summer progresses the water level falls but is still great for water play and fishing.

We have propane BBQs (we provide the propane for BBQs) located throughout the property. We also have a propane grill and charcoal BBQ located in the common area for all to use. There is a dutch oven pit also in the fire bowl area.

We do not allow wood fires at the individual sites but each site has a propane firepit for ambiance (not cooking) that requires you to purchase a 20 lb. propane cannister on site (add in extras) or pay cash on site.

**We require a 3 night minimum for the major holidays - Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. **We do not do checkins on Sunday but do allow camping over Sunday night. We do exclusive events so you may need to explore multiple weekends to find the right reservation.

We are located in the foothills so we are a short hop to many local attractions that include river rafting, gold mines, wineries and historical towns with great eating establishments. Tahoe is less than an hour away and there a many hiking trails within 20-30 minutes.

We have a limited number of items to rent i.e, tents, cots, camp stoves, etc. We also have a small store on site for those items you forgot and a good selection of ice cream. We take venmo or cash.

CHECKIN IS BETWEEN 4 AND 8. IF YOU ARE COMING FROM THE BAY ALLOW 4 HOURS - YOU MUST LEAVE BY 3:00 IN ORDER TO ARRIVE DURING CHECKIN. IF YOU GET DELAYED, FOR THE CONSIDERAITON OF THE OTHER CAMPERS YOU MAY CONSIDER WAITING AND ARRIVING THE NEXT MORNING. THERE ARE NO CHECKINS AFTER 9:00.

Location

Camp Nauvoo is located in California

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Directions

LEASE FOLLOW DIRECTIONS AND FORWARD TO ANY GUESTS (Do not turn on Texas Hill). GPS often takes you down an unsafe, unable to turnaround deadend! Follow these directions: As you are coming into Placerville take the Bedford Exit (Turn left if coming from Sacramento or right if coming from Tahoe). Immediately turn left onto Main Street. You will come to a fork in the road and then go right onto Cedar Ravine. You will drive 3.1 miles and after you pass a one lane bridge you will turn left onto Camp Nauvoo Road. Camp Nauvoo is a one lane road with turnouts. You will follow the road 1.3 miles till the end where you will enter Camp Nauvoo.

Coordinates

38.67189620459939 N
120.75817303144942 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin
  • Yurts

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 14, 2020

Glamping heaven along a creek

This place is a hidden gem! It's beautiful, clean, and kid friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The hospitality was excellent. We will definitely be back:)

SiteGlampsite #2 Comanche
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 31, 2019

85 acres of beauty, but close enough to amenities and adventures

The owners of this campground have made it there mission that you have a wonderful experience if you are a newbie or seasoned camper.  Great sites for families and romantic sites for couples. Hiking, swimming,fishing and places for quiet time.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Camp Nauvoo by Jeannie  ., May 31, 2019
  • Review photo of Camp Nauvoo by Jeannie  ., May 31, 2019

Scout - thank you for such a thoughtful review

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Camp Nauvoo?

    Camping at Camp Nauvoo can cost between $65.00 and $300.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Camp Nauvoo?

    Camp Nauvoo is located at 2136 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Camp Nauvoo?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Camp Nauvoo, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Camp Nauvoo have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Camp Nauvoo does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Camp Nauvoo?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.