Established Camping
South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT PER FOREST ORDER- NO CAMPFIRES OR CHARCOAL BBQs- PROPANE GAS STOVES ALLOWED.
South Fork Group in Eldorado National Forest features forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. Temperatures range from highs in the 80s to lows in the 40s, depending on the season. Nearby attractions include the scenic Lake Tahoe and the historic town of Placerville, offering opportunities for exploration and recreation.
Description
Overview
South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area, nestled in the vast expanse of the Eldorado National Forest. The remote location affords visitors a true outdoor camping experience.
Recreation
With the South Fork of the Rubicon River located within walking distance, the group camp provides excellent fishing, swimming and other water sports and activities.
Facilities
While the campground can be used as a single group site that can accommodate up to 125 guests, it can also be reserved as multiple single-family sites. A group cooking area with food preparation tables and double grills is available, as well as campfire rings with grills at each site. Vault toilets are provided, however, drinking water is not available at the campground. Visitors can boil stream water or fill up at nearby boat ramps. A parking area is also available.
Natural Features
Situated at an elevation of 5,200 feet, the campground sits between the Union Valley Reservoir and Loon Lake. It is also just minutes away from Gerle Creek Reservoir, a serene mountain lake where motorized boating is prohibited in order to preserve a peaceful and quiet atmosphere for visitors.
Nearby Attractions
Swimming and non-motorized boating are available at Gerle Creek Reservoir, 5 miles north of the campground.
Location
South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA) is located in California
Directions
Travel 21 miles east from Placerville on Highway 50 and turn left on the Ice House Road. Go 25 miles north and turn left on South Fork Road. The campground is a mile from the turn-off, on the right side of the road.
Address
7887 HIGHWAY 50
Pollock pines, CA 95726
Coordinates
38.94833 N
120.402133 W
Detours Nearby
Wench Creek Campground
9 min away
Azalea Cove Campground
10 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 32 min from Sacramento
- 1 hr 54 min from Yuba City
- 1 hr 58 min from Carson City
- 2 hrs 25 min from Reno
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
