Best Tent Camping near Wallace, CA

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Best Tent Sites Near Wallace, California (27)

    Donnalyn C.'s photo of tent camping at Lake Camanche near Wallace, CA
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    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Camanche near Wallace, CA
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    1. Lake Camanche

    18 Reviews
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    203 Saves
    Wallace, California

    Lake Camanche Resort features 550+ tent camping sites spread out over hundreds of acres which are available year-round at both North and South Shores.

    Many sites offer immediate lake access while others are just a short walk away. Campsite amenities include bbqs, tables, water, hot showers, restrooms and laundry facilities. Primitive sites are just a short drive away to restrooms & showers. Ask you reservation agent for which sites provide shade.

    All of our sites feature some of California’s best natural and native species of trees, plants and flowers. Looking for alcohol-free camping? Both shores also feature alcohol-free campgrounds, perfect for those in search of a more family-friendly camping experience.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $50 / night

    Angel S.'s photo of tent camping at Rancho Seco Recreation Area near Herald, CA
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    2. Rancho Seco Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    21 Photos
    134 Saves
    Herald, California

    Get back to nature at Rancho Seco Recreational Area. A short 25-minute drive from downtown Sacramento, you’ll find the 400-acre park that makes up the Rancho Seco Recreational Area. Take a short vacation and enjoy bird watching, boating, camping, fishing, hiking and even a sanctuary for rescued exotic animals and wildlife. Camp in comfort with recreation and concession buildings, shade structures, laundry facility, boathouse, and newly renovated restrooms and showers. This Rancho Seco camping destination offers RV sites, tent camping sites, and group sites, some with gorgeous lake views.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    Ingrid B.'s photo of tent camping at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park near Arnold, CA

    3. North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    21 Reviews
    95 Photos
    58 Saves
    Arnold, California

    North Grove (sites 27-59)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $25 - $70 / night

    Greg R.'s photo of tent camping at Camp Nauvoo near Diamond Springs, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Nauvoo near Diamond Springs, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Nauvoo near Diamond Springs, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Camp Nauvoo near Diamond Springs, CA
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    4. Camp Nauvoo

    3 Reviews
    17 Photos
    95 Saves
    Diamond Springs, California

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $65 - $300 / night

    Damien M.'s photo of tent camping at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed near Arnold, CA

    5. Top of Arnold - FR 5N56 Dispersed

    2 Reviews
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    170 Saves
    Arnold, California

    Dispersed camping takes a lot more effort than camping in a developed campground, but for those with an adventurous spirit, it can be a lot of fun.

    Here are some important points to remember about dispersed camping:

    The maximum length of stay in a forest ranger district is 21 days per year. Please practice good outdoor ethics about camping, travel and behavior while visiting. Dispersed campers are allowed to park within one vehicle length (including any tow vehicle) of a National Forest transportation route and walk into camp. Dispersed camping is not permitted in developed campgrounds and day use areas. Other areas closed to dispersed camping include historical and archaeological sites. Also, be certain that you are within the boundaries of the National Forest before setting up camp. To prevent resource damage please keep your campsite within 150 feet from a roadway. Dispersed camping is not allowed in these areas: within one mile of Pinecrest Basin along 7N83, Clark Fork Road along Hwy 108 between Clark Fork Road and Kennedy Meadows Road Leave No Trace Camping – Camp so no one notices you while you are there, and no one even knows you were there after you leave. Please respect nature and other visitors by keeping noise to a minimum. Always pack out whatever you pack in. No permanent structures are to be constructed to an area, such as building rock-lined fire pits, trenches around tents, or carving into trees. Human waste should be deposited in a hole dug 6 - 10 inches deep and then covered with organic soil. Vehicles are not permitted off of roads, but if you can safely park your vehicle adjacent and parallel to the road and are not blocking the roadway, you may park and camp. Most sites will have a parking spot nearby while other sites may not. Because the footprint of a vehicle can have a large impact to soils, please do not create new “parking spot” for a campsite. Please park in designated or already impacted spots. If you are going to an area where others have camped before, pick a site that has been used before. Plants, soil and wildlife are impacted by new campsites so using existing ones will minimize your impact in the forest. We want you to learn some of the many reasons to enjoy the quiet and solitude of dispersed camping, it’s up to you to LEAVE NO TRACE.

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo at Delta Bay RV Resort near Rio Vista, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Delta Bay RV Resort near Rio Vista, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Delta Bay RV Resort near Rio Vista, CA
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    Camper-submitted photo at Deer Flat Boat In Campground near Valley Springs, CA
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    7. Deer Flat Boat In Campground

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    Valley Springs, California

    Overview

    New Hogan Dam and Lake is located in the oak- and brush-covered foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The 4,400 acre lake was created in 1964 with the completion of New Hogan Dam. When full, the lake has 50 miles of shoreline and extends nearly eight miles upstream to the confluence of the north and south forks of the Calaveras River. The dam provides flood protection to the City of Stockton (among other communities) and water for irrigation, drinking and hydroelectric power. The area is generally characterized by a warm, dry climate with summer temperatures regularly soaring above 90 degrees.

    Recreation

    This campground is only accessible by boat and offers the only camping available on the lake outside of the main campgrounds, Acorn and Oak Knoll. Water recreation such as water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing are all frequent activities on New Hogan Lake. Fishing is allowed year-round, subject to state regulations. Popular species caught in New Hogan Lake include striped bass, black bass, catfish, bluegill and crappie.

    Natural Features

    Wildlife species thrive at the lake and on the surrounding 6,500 acres of US Army Corps of Engineers' managed land. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot black-tailed deer, cottontail rabbits and jackrabbits, wild turkeys, turkey vultures, bald and golden eagles, osprey, red-tailed and other hawks, ducks and geese, California quail, acorn woodpeckers and northern flickers, coyotes, rattlesnakes and other snakes, gray fox, bobcats, and an occasional mountain lion.

    Nearby Attractions

    A number of historic sites are located nearby, including Carson Hill, the discovery site of the largest gold nugget ever found, and The Black Bart Inn, located in San Andreas, where the famous outlaw Black Bart was captured. Groceries, gas, camping supplies and more can be found in the nearby town of Valley Springs, California.

    • Tents

    $20 / night

    Barry C.'s photo of tent camping at Cole Ranch near Waterford, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cole Ranch near Waterford, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cole Ranch near Waterford, CA
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    8. Cole Ranch

    2 Reviews
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    44 Saves
    Waterford, California

    "I firmly believe that Nature brings solace in all troubles." -Anne Frank-

    Pitch your tent under the shade of a majestic oak tree, right on the bank of the Tuolumne River, whose waters originate in Yosemite National Park. Keep an eye out for river otters, turtles, bald eagles, and beaver. Expect nighttime visitors like owls, foxes, and raccoons. Cole Ranch is a bit of an oasis surrounded by almond and walnut orchards. Pick a treat from the wild blackberry bushes, or from our family organic pomegranate orchard (mid-October thru mid-December). Warm yourself with your own personal fire pit in your camp, no extra charge (bring your own firewood, or purchase seasoned oak from Your Host). Outdoor kitchen available with a coffee bar, refrigeration, electricity, hot water, 3-burner stove, and BBQ’s.

    **ADVISORY** (9/08/23) 8:05 AM

    The river is back to normal flow, perfect for wading, swimming, fishing, kayaking, or any other river activities.

    **ADVISORY** (8/10/23) 8:05 AM

    The Tuolumne River unexpectedly rose about 2- 3' over night. The entire gravel shore us under water. Wading is relatively safe, but use extreme caution when boating or swimming.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $60 - $90 / night

    Veronica H.'s photo of tent camping at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only) near Coloma, CA

    9. OARS American River Outpost Campground (Rafting Guests Only)

    1 Review
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    4 Saves
    Coloma, California
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Tent Cabin
    • Glamping
    • Market

    $30 - $99 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Bear River Group Campground near Bear Valley, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bear River Group Campground near Bear Valley, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bear River Group Campground near Bear Valley, CA
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    Camper-submitted photo at Bear River Group Campground near Bear Valley, CA
    Camper-submitted photo at Bear River Group Campground near Bear Valley, CA

    10. Bear River Group Campground

    2 Reviews
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    5 Saves
    Bear Valley, California

    Overview

    The Bear River Group Campground offers four separate group campsites on a site above the south side of the Lower Bear River Reservoir. The proximity to water and the mixed pine setting in the fresh Sierra Nevada air, makes this campground an excellent group retreat destination. Upriver from the campground is the Upper Bear River Reservoir. This lake is smaller and spans 166 surface acres with 2.5 miles of shoreline.

    Recreation

    Lake activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking on the shores. Rainbow trout are found in abundance throughout the season, in addition to smaller populations of brown and mackinaw trout as well. A short distance past the Upper Bear River Reservoir is the Pardoe Trail, which borders the Mokelumne Wilderness. The trail runs up the top of Squaw Ridge to an elevation of over 9,000 feet, providing excellent views of the surrounding area.

    Natural Features

    Bear Group Campground is situated an elevation of 6,000 feet, just a short distance (approximately one mile drive) from the reservoir. It is part of the Eldorado National Forest located in the central Sierra Nevada. A Mediterranean climate extends over most of the forest with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.

    Nearby Attractions

    Restaurants, boat rentals and a general store are within a few miles of the campground.

    Charges & Cancellations

    Recreation Fee: Recreation fees are the fees a visitor pays for things like overnight camping, a day-use pavilion, group facilities, a tour or a permit. Recreation fees vary by location and/or activity. Reservation Fee: A fee may be charged at the time a reservation is made to cover the cost of reservation services. This fee is in addition to the Recreation Fee and is non-refundable. Fees for camping, day use, group sites, cabins and lookouts: $8 if made on-line; $9 if made through the call center; $3 if made in-person. Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.. Cut-Off Window: The latest date and/or time that you can make an advanced reservation or a change to an existing reservation. Cut-off windows can vary by location, but are typically 14 days before your arrival date. Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $115 - $145 / night

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Recent Tent Reviews near Wallace, California

547 Reviews of 27 Wallace Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
    May. 13, 2021

    Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

    Hook up Campsite vs Tent Campsite

    There are two sites at Beal’s Point, the hook up campsite and the tent campsite. We went to the tent campsite and was surprised how many RVs were parked in the tent campsite. We didn’t mind until they used their generators. I wasn’t sure if the camp host saw/heard them but it was on for quite a while and was loud. The campsite we had was beautiful but bug infested and had lots of crawlies. If you are looking for a short walk from the parking to the tent site, call them first. I looked at the photo online for a back in type site. I was expecting that I could just back in and the tent site would be less than 10 steps away. The tent site was quite a walk from the parking lot, can’t even see it from the car. We had to carry heavy stuff back and forth. There’s a nice trail where you can hike or bike. The lake is almost dry, so it wasn’t as beautiful and fun as it used to be. The campsite is very noisy because it’s so close to the main road. We could hear cars, motorcycles, sirens all night long. Shower was out of service at the time we were there. Glad we were only there for 1 night.

  • Maria M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Lake Tulloch RV Campground and Marina

    ick

    Wow, let's say we had a nightmare ishhorrible experience. We rented a tent camp site for 2 nights. We were given an RV Slab camping site. It had the tiniest barbecue grill available. The water that was coming out of all the faucets,  was red and brown. People weren't allowed to shower that night. Once night fall came, the camp's site was infested with roaches Everywhere, they went in all our grocery bags and under them. Went into and under all our boxes that we had. The roaches hid under our tents also. There also seemed to be a termite infestation. We had to cut our camping trip short after spending over a thousand dollars on supplies, food, the Camping site and parking fees The workers that drove by, especially Travis, were nice and Welcoming. Dogs have to be on a leash at all times. If you want to go into the lake with your dog, You have to walk very far away if you didn't rent one of the tent sites at the lake front area. Had to fumigate my vehicle when I got home with all my stuff in it. I pray none of the bugs will be in my stuff at home. I heard many other guests screeching and shouting, omg theres cockroaches every where. Good to know, we weren't the only ones disappointed. The owner Jake refused to refund me, or my two guests that wasted their 50 dollars in parking fees, although the trip was cut short due to the conditions. Jake offered for us to stay another night. Will never be back. Beware.

  • Kate A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Ponderosa
    Feb. 20, 2021

    Thousand Trails Ponderosa

    Great location, but plan ahead

    This is a well maintained RV and tent camping resort. It’s great for kids that want to ride bikes around the sites- but be careful of the river, it’s swift. The RV and tent sites are in two separate areas, with more updated amenities available for RVs like hot showers. Shared pool site. Lots of great trails to weave through the campground on a mountain bike.

    One downside- it can be hot. Not a lot of tree cover for the RV sites- make sure you bring shade with you. Luckily, there’s a nice cool river to swim in!

    Fires are restricted sometimes in the summer. Some sites require a membership.

    Local grocery and pizza, frozen yogurt available within walking distance.

    Lots of great fishing, floating, and kayak accessibly. Bring tubes and life vests. Poles and bait.

  • Kara S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging
    Oct. 21, 2016

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    Decent for last minute tent site near Yosemite

    Our group stayed in a tent campsite for one night in August 2016. This was our first campsite for a 2 week national parks road trip.

    My biggest gripe with this campground is that it is not stated anywhere on their site that you cannot park your car in your campsite. At least for us, we had to park down a hill and walk up to our site. We spent our entire evening and the next morning walking back and forth, back and forth, back and forth anytime we needed something from the car. Having the car in the site is so so much better and all the other campgrounds we stayed at were set up that way.

    Additionally, the entire campground was incredibly dusty, more so than any other campground we stayed at during our trip. The bathrooms/showers were not very well maintained (quite dirty and dusty) although the stalls did all have toilet paper. It was also quite a walk from our tent site which was located in the back part of the campgrounds.

    Staff were generally helpful and they have everything you'd need in their office/general store (ice, firewood, snacks, etc).

    Overall, we were happy to have found a campground nearish Yosemite at the last min since most things book up really quickly inside the park, but I'm happy we didn't stay here more than one night.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Sherwood Harbor Marina & RV Park
    Oct. 17, 2021

    Sherwood Harbor Marina & RV Park

    Tent site experience

    I stayed one night in one of the 2-3 tent sites, which was on the water. -It was quite expensive ($55/night) for a tent site. I didn’t request, want, or use them, but I did have a faucet and two 110-V outlets available; perhaps I was paying for that. -Office staff told me I had to sleep in a tent, not my car (I’m testing out a cot in my car; can’t do a tent any more). My thinking is, if I pay and take good care of the tent site, why insist on controlling how I sleep? I found this intrusive - and I set up a tent, but slept in my car. -The sites for RVs were very small. The campground was pretty much full and I felt bad for the RVers, who were almost on top of each other. -Additional notes: good, free showers (but $15 returnable cash deposit to get a restroom/shower key); tent site was on water and had privacy of bush on one side (unlike RVs); friendly office staff; not near town or residential areas, despite being so near an urban area.

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    Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
    Oct. 11, 2021

    American River Resort

    Family of 4 roof top tent camping

    Nice campground - close to river. .5 mile walk to town for shopping/eating. All sites have fire pit and picnic table. Bathrooms clean and private showers. A little pricey for a tent site - 45.00 and 5.00 for the dog but it’s California.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Amador Resort
    Jul. 16, 2019

    Lake Amador Resort

    Nice family campground

    The man made pond is nice for the kids. It has a slide they can use. Rv areas are clean. Tent camping is okay!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Angels Camp Campground and RV
    Feb. 1, 2019

    Angels Camp Campground and RV

    Super RV Park

    I would stay here again and again. The tent sites have a large covered area for shade and the park has a pool for a refreshing little swim. Showers are included with the campground fee.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging
    Jun. 23, 2021

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    Great option if Yosemite’s full

    Great option if your looking for full rv hookups. If you’re tent camping, this might not be the best place. Bathrooms were very unclean but the park gets the job done as a place to sleep while visiting Yosemite. No Verizon or T-Mobile coverage. Wifi available for purchase.

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    Camper-submitted photo from South Shore Campground
    Aug. 31, 2022

    South Shore Campground

    Not too bad

    Most site are for tent camping. The sites for trailers are not level do be prepared. There is drinking water throughout the park. Trailers longer than 26, it is a tight squeeze. No cell service at all, no where. Very quiet and not far from the lake. Bathrooms are clean.

  • MarinMaverick
    Camper-submitted photo from Brannan Island State Recreation Area
    Sep. 1, 2020

    Brannan Island State Recreation Area

    Access To The Delta

    I am a tent camper and there are some good tent sites here.  A bit open so can be windy but pick your site.

    Access to the Delta with a boat ramp.  Access to fishing all around you. Beyond water sports not a lot to do here but relax. Or go fly a kite.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Aug. 3, 2021

    SacWest RV Park & Campground

    Decent city camping

    Right off the freeway - easy access to the city. We didn’t book ahead much and ended up with a site that just had rocks and a picnic table. No grass except at tent sites. Not wide enough to fully put out slider. The bathroom were great in the tent area. Nice pool and dog area.

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    Camper-submitted photo from American River Resort
    Sep. 30, 2020

    American River Resort

    Gorgeous setting, but...

    This review is for tent camping, not RVs.

    1. Nearly all of the tent sites are tiny and crowded very closely together with no privacy breaks at all between them. To make it even more claustrophobic, many of the near-river sites are terraced into the hillside so you stand at the bottom and look up into a wall of tents stacked 3 high on top of each other. We arrived on a Saturday afternoon and most of the sites were full so the effect was like looking up into a packed stadium from the bottom row of bleacher seats. That first night was like a giant tailgate frat party. Multiple groups were blasting music & even though that’s against the rules nobody seemed to make them stop. Thank goodness we were able to move a few sites away, and then everybody cleared out the next day. The best site is #31. If you’re going on a weekend or any time during the summer, don’t make any reservation at all if you can’t get #31. I’m not putting that in my google review btw, that’s only for folks on Dyrt.

    2. The facilities have a lot of maintenance issues that just aren’t being taken care of. For example: there are two bathroom buildings, an old one built out of rail cars (?) near the river and a newer-construction one uphill by the RV sites. Both bathrooms have multiple sinks and toilets that are out of order. In the downhill ladies room there was a toilet that ran water constantly and another that wouldn’t flush at all. I actually took that 2nd one apart and fixed it myself. That same ladies’ room had a sink removed completely from the wall leaving hanging pipes sticking out, a 2nd sink that wouldn’t turn on, a 3rd sink with wobbly handles, and a 4th sink that was fully functional. Next to that restroom on one side was what was supposed to be a shower facility but it was completely out of order and locked. On the other side of the restroom there was what was supposed to be a dishwashing station but it was disconnected with pipes dangling and dirt & leaves filling the sink. Why install nice things and then let them fall apart? I don’t understand.

    3. They do seem to keep the toilets stocked with soap and TP and paper towels, and there are lots of garbage cans that do get emptied when needed. However, sometimes campers are naughty and leave behind trash outside the bins. This ranges from micro-trash (bottle caps, wrapper ends) to big pieces (foil pans, beer bottles). We stayed there for 2 days after the giant party moved on, but we never saw camp staff coming around to deal with the loose litter. We were pulling wads of fishing line out of the rocks and throwing away other people’s bottles. Blech.

    4. There is an on-site rafting company. We took a full-day rafting trip that launched right from the campground & we had a great time.

    5. There is a little general store that sells ice, firewood, souvenirs, Tshirts, etc.

    6. It is a gated facility so hopefully secure?

  • Lori L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from California Delta's Snug Harbor
    Jul. 20, 2023

    California Delta's Snug Harbor

    Worth the drive

    Snug harbour sits on Steamboat Slough of the California delta. It is a small island that has pretty calm water around it. It is under new management (2022). They were gracious and helpful. Bathroom were clean. (I am a bathroom snob). Extremely dog friendly. Tent camping is allowed. Back in RV SITES back right up to the river, with their own dock. There are also cabins and two manufactured homes. A cute beach sits at the end of the island. There was plenty to do if you enjoy boating or fishing. Looking forward to going back.

  • Roxanne D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Camanche
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Lake Camanche

    Fun Spot low cell service

    We have been going to camanche Lake for years . Low cell service but very nice place to tent camp. Last year, they gave us our spot we set up, then was told they made a mistake and made us move spots, but the new spot was closer to the water and that made the kids happy. Kinda a hassle, but it worked out. We love it at this lake.

  • John G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Modesto Reservoir
    Jun. 6, 2022

    Modesto Reservoir

    Our Family favorite for 50 years.

    We starter visiting Modesto Resivor in the sixties. My father would hail all of our gear out to one of the many islands, and let the kids and dogs run free. Now that we are older, we camp on the shore line. Rustic tent camping near the water-skiing course is my favorite. Quite nights and darker stargazing. Blonde Beach is where your likely to find us Jetskiing.

  • Leah L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from SacWest RV Park & Campground
    Jul. 17, 2021

    SacWest RV Park & Campground

    City stop

    Camp site is clean. You can order food and they will deliver. Wonderful ada bathroom/showers with a fold down bench. Friendly staff. Near freeway (lots of traffic noise. Quiet morning. Stayed for a quick night. The cabins and rv section are top notch. Tent sites are ok. If we come back will choose site 10 of 12. River was dry in july

  • Suzanne P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging
    Jul. 20, 2018

    Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging

    Tent sites are horrible

    The tent sites were right on top of each other and there was nowhere to park. You had to climb a steep hill to get to them with your car and again to the actual spot. The people were awesome, the facilities were clean and the pool was refreshing. They have WiFi that works great, a store with ice, snacks, and food.

  • Mike P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Miner's Camp RV Park
    Mar. 2, 2023

    Miner's Camp RV Park

    Lake Comanche South sure

    Nice place quiet lots of places for big RVs pull through spots and back in spots they have spots for family reunions have showers store boat ramp nice place to camp North Shore is not for RVs it's for tent camping the South Shore has hookups 30 50 amp service full hookups all around a good place good people quiet time is 9:00 p.m. till 7:00 a.m. I believe doesn't mean you can't be up just no loud music no carrying on to disturb the other people lake is almost full

  • Tammy H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Moccasin Point Campground
    May. 2, 2018

    Moccasin Point Campground

    Close to Yosemite.

    We stayed here while visiting Yosemite. It is about a 45 minute drive from the Campground into Yosemite via Hwy 49 / 120. The sites are spacious and clean. We went in April and during the week so the campground was not crowded at all. It is hard to find a level driving pad, but we were tenting it and the tent sites themselves are pretty level. there were some nice walking trails around the lake, watch out for the poison oak. The lake was a good temperature and from what I heard, good fishing. Bring bug spray, the mosquitoes are very hungry.

  • Whiffaroni M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Mar. 22, 2021

    Coloma Resort

    Love this place

    This place was amazing. It was our first trip in our new RV and it couldn’t of been more beautiful. There were super cute cabins available as well as tent sites. We came in the beginning of March and it was fairly empty so that made it really nice as well. River was stunning and it was neat to walk across the bridge and check out the old historic mining town. We are going back in august and can’t wait. Looking forward to rafting in the river !

  • Jeanna J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
    May. 12, 2021

    Beals Point Campground — Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

    Excellent No-Frills Experience

    This was my first solo camping experience.  I stayed overnight with the intention of simply testing out my gear.  The reservoir is currently nearly dry, so the "beach" is just a field.  Luckily, I was only there for the site and the hiking.  The Camp Hosts were lovely and accommodating; they came around a couple times, once to say hello (and ensure my car belonged to the correct site) and once to bring firewood.  The tent site was level and raked.  It was exactly what I was looking for.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tuttletown Recreation Area
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Tuttletown Recreation Area

    Nice Area When Empty

    Sites are packed in tight. Def geared for tent camping although I was lucky enough to be here when it was dead empty and picked a good site for my 27’ toy hauler. Fire pits and picnic tables at every site. No idea where the water is at but didn’t really look. There is a nice dump station ($8 fee recommended.. pay station is at park entrance). Lots of deer and raccoons. Gas station with firewood not too far away (Lakeridge Inn Gas), and they have diesel. Boat launch and day use area only a short drive away. Just would not want to be here if it was busy.

  • Rosina A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    Aug. 8, 2019

    Coloma Resort

    Nice place next to river

    This place is north east of Sacramento. Coloma resort is what some friends call "Glamping", but it's so much more than that. You can tent camp (it's covered sites for camping too), rent a cabin or RV camp. Great sites along the river too. One negative, is you have to book way ahead of time, but it's well worth it. You can pan for gold, relax, or bike, hike along the river, and kids can play along several playgrounds for kids of different ages. A large grass area great for games, and if you are up for it, rafting, kayaking and fishing in the cold American river. You can also learn some history about the discovery of gold and check out Sutter Mill!

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Oaks Don Pedro Recreation Area
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Blue Oaks Don Pedro Recreation Area

    Good for the family

    We went during the week and we were the only ones there. The Rangers are super nice and the showers were clean. They do have a ton of open space but lack shade and their website needs some updates since they don't represent the campsites very good. the lake was nice and warm and very refreshing. They don't have a whole lot of activities to do here so bring a football or some board games to play. They only drawback that we had was that the water hookup was too low to the ground to wash dishes (we do tent camping). They also allow you to have a fire pit fire and supply you with a fire ring and bbq pit. Overall we were very happy here.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Mountain Lake
    Jul. 2, 2023

    Pine Mountain Lake

    Nice, lesser known campground

    Our friends own a house in Pine Mountain Lake and invited us up to join them at the campground for their newborn’s first camping trip.

    I think people are under the impression this is a private campground, but it is open to the public. Fortunately that seems to make it less busy.

    We visited on the long 4th of July weekend and it seemed to be the only campground around that wasn’t completely full.

    It has a nice mix of tent and RV sites. The tent sites are a little difficult for anything but a small class B RV (<20’) to utilize because the driveways slope off pretty quickly, but it can be done.

    Good amenities overall, nice separation of sites, river access, and close to Groveland and Yosemite.

    Definitely recommend if you’re headed to the area.

  • Karen T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Coloma Resort
    May. 24, 2021

    Coloma Resort

    Beautiful spot!

    I was worried about our pop up camper not being able to fit in the “tent only sites”, but it ended up being perfect.

    The sun shade provided in the tent sites came in handy when we had a short moment of rain. It was also much appreciated during the sunny weather.

    Beautiful view of the river but it was certainly crowded. Group sites we were near played loud music. Quiet hours weren’t enforced as people played music or loudly chatted until 1am the first night we were there. However, there’s after hours staff you can contact if you have any concerns.

    For the amount of people in the area, there isn’t many bathroom stalls. Yet, we somehow never ran into any long lines.

    There’s a lot of people, kids, bikes, and dogs. It’s highly stimulating environment but everyone was very friendly.

    Definitely recommend visiting if you are able to make a reservation!


Guide to Wallace

Tent camping near Wallace, California offers a variety of scenic spots and amenities for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy fishing and swimming at the beautiful Lake Camanche, where families can set up tents close to the water for a fun-filled day.
  • Explore the hiking trails and picnic areas at Rancho Seco Recreation Area, perfect for those who love to combine camping with outdoor adventures.
  • Experience the tranquility of Moore Creek Campground, where you can pitch your tent and enjoy the serene surroundings of Shasta-Trinity National Forest.

Tips for tent camping near Wallace

  • Be prepared for limited cell service at Lake Camanche, which can enhance your camping experience by allowing you to disconnect and enjoy nature.
  • Arrive early to secure a good spot at Rancho Seco Recreation Area, especially on weekends when it tends to get crowded.
  • Bring your own water and supplies to Moore Creek Campground, as amenities like drinking water and showers are not available.

Local attractions to enhance your camping experience

  • Visit the historic Marshall Gold Discovery Park near OARS American River Outpost Campground, where you can learn about California's Gold Rush history while enjoying the great outdoors.
  • Take a scenic drive to Calaveras Big Trees State Park to marvel at the giant sequoias and explore the park's beautiful trails.
  • Enjoy a day of fishing or relaxing by the water at Delta Bay RV Resort, known for its friendly staff and great fishing spots.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Wallace, CA is Lake Camanche with a 4.1-star rating from 18 reviews.

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