Fishing and swimming opportunities draw campers to Forbes Creek Group Campground, a Forest Service site in Tahoe National Forest near Foresthill. The campground operates on a reservation system and welcomes pets, making it accessible for planned group outings in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Located at elevation in forested terrain, the site provides a base for water-based recreation along Forbes Creek. The Forest Service manages the property as part of the broader network of campgrounds around Tahoe National Forest. For campers seeking individual sites rather than group accommodations, Giant Gap sits less than a mile northwest.
Description
Overview
Forbes Creek Group Campground is located near the southeast shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Recreation
Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A trail system for walking and non-motorized biking connects the two group sites at the campground, to the lake and nearby boat ramp._ The North Fork of the American River is nearby, offering opportunities for additional fishing and swimming. Many miles of hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.
Facilities
The campground offers two group campsites, Madrone and Rocky Ridge. Each site can accommodate up to 50 people and 18 vehicles. Both sites are equipped with a central cooking and picnic area, with a large campfire circle and multiple tables. RVs, trailers and tents are allowed within the campground. An unloading area and accessible parking are available within the campground.
Natural Features
The 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir sits at an elevation of 3,600 feet. Stands of cedar and ponderosa pine provides ample shade in the campground, which overlooks the reservoir. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundForbes Creek Group Campground is located in California
Directions
Take Interstate 80 to the Foresthill/Auburn exit, near Auburn. Continue east for 17 miles to Foresthill. Travel through town, about 9 miles, to Forest Road 10/Sugar Pine Road. Turn left and continue about 9 miles. Look for the Sugar Pine Recreation Area sign and turn right on the first road after the sign. Continue about a half-mile to the Rocky Ridge Group Campground, on the right, and to the Madrone Group Campground, at the end of the circle.
Address
22830 Foresthill Road
Foresthill, CA 95631
Coordinates
39.1311111 N
120.7819444 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 10 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 29 min from Yuba City, CA
- 1 hr 54 min from Reno, NV
- 2 hrs 25 min from Carson City, NV
