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Echo Summit Dispersed

Echo Summit Dispersed is located near the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Tahoe and the Eldorado National Forest, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.

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Location

Echo Summit Dispersed is located in California

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

38.81687674230232 N
120.03024562470961 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Fair
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Alcohol
  • Pets

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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2 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 25, 2024

Not dispersed camping

This spot is national forest, and overnight camping is not allowed. We had a knock from someone with the forest service the next morning who was very kind and let us know that overnight is not allowed.

Look up lakes and forest in this area on google — not many places allow dispersed camping

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 23, 2024

Echo peak free camping

this location was the site of a fire several years ago, this means that many of the trees have been cleared making it a good site for starlink users like me. There are some power lines and it might be prettier if it had some unburned trees, but it’s great in a pinch and private. Take echo summit road from El dorado and you will see several places to chose from. The road towards the cabins has a very tight turn that will not allow anyone over 25 feet- though i’d recommend smaller.

most likely impassable after snowfall.

Month of VisitJuly
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Echo Summit Dispersed?

    Echo Summit Dispersed allows vehicles up to 25 feet.

  • Does Echo Summit Dispersed have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Echo Summit Dispersed does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Echo Summit Dispersed?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is fair, and T-Mobile is poor.