Coyote Group Campground is located in the Tahoe National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the American River and Sugar Pine Reservoir.

## Overview

 Coyote Group Campground is located on the northeast end of French Meadows Reservoir, near the Middle Fork of American River. The facility is located in a remote area approximately\_\_40 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This campground is\_\_operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
## Recreation

 The Middle Fork of American River provides visitors with ample opportunities for fishing and swimming. Popular activities on the nearby reservoir include boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming. Two boat ramps are located within three miles of the campground. A variety of hiking and biking trails are found in the surrounding area, including some that provide access to the nearby Granite Chief Wilderness and The Western States Trail. Just down the road is the Granite Chief Wilderness which provides amazing hiking opportunities for adventurous party to explore historic aspen tree stands and secluded mountain passes and trail. The Western States Trail provides great opportunity for hiking, horesback riding, dirt biking, and for adventurous mountain bikers. 
## Natural Features

 The campground is situated near the river, just north of French Meadows Reservoir. A coniferous forest covers the area. At an elevation of 5,200 feet, summertime temperatures are warm throughout the day and cool at night.

Coyote Group Campground

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• Large croup camp site with lots of flat places to pitch a tent. 
• Clean pit toilets.
• 3x Bear food and 4x trash/recycling bins. 
• 2 (or 3?) water spigots 
• 4 big picnic tables 
• Some shade
• Uneven terrain around sites and lots of fallen trees
• Lots of parking, including triller/RV parking. Parking is paved and flat.

• Walking distance to the river 
•  Big fire pit

We enjoyed this site! Excellent for a big group. I think we had 18 people. There could an additional bear bin to support as much food/scented items as a group of 25 would need. We ended up using the extra bear-proof trash bins as overflow scented item/food storage. Worked well. 

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