Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Caples Lake Campground
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails 
  * Mokelumne Wilderness

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018856.pdf" rel="nofollow">Caples Lake Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails </a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018767.pdf" rel="nofollow">Mokelumne Wilderness</a></li></ul>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Caples Lake Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Kirkwood Campground
  * Picnicking
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails 
  * Mokelumne Wilderness

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018855.pdf" rel="nofollow">Kirkwood Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018840.pdf" rel="nofollow">Picnicking</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails </a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018767.pdf" rel="nofollow">Mokelumne Wilderness</a></li></ul>

Kirkwood Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Woods Lake Campground
  * Picnicking
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails
  * Mokelumne Wilderness
  * Mokelumne Wilderness website

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018845.pdf" rel="nofollow">Woods Lake Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018840.pdf" rel="nofollow">Picnicking</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018767.pdf" rel="nofollow">Mokelumne Wilderness</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/eldorado/?cid=FSBDEV7_019063" rel="nofollow">Mokelumne Wilderness website</a></li></ul>

Woods Lake Campground

This facility is owned and operated by El Dorado Irrigation District.

  * www.eid.org/recreation/silver-lake

<p>This facility is owned and operated by El Dorado Irrigation District.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.eid.org/recreation/silver-lake">www.eid.org/recreation/silver-lake&nbsp;</a></li></ul>

Silver Lake Campground West

**Recreation Opportunity Guides**(ROG) - These guides contains information,
maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado
National Forest.

  * Lovers Leap Campground
  * Fees

<p><strong>Recreation Opportunity Guides </strong>(ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018791.pdf" rel="nofollow">Lovers Leap Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees</a></li></ul>

Lovers Leap Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Silver Fork Campground
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018789.pdf" rel="nofollow">Silver Fork Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails</a></li></ul>

Silver Fork Campground

## Overview

Silver Lake East is located 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short
distance from the shores of Silver lake, where activities like boating,
fishing, swimming and hiking, provide campers with the perfect outdoors
retreat. Numerous trails leaving the campground connect with the lake and
swimming beaches. Silver Lake West is adjacent to Silver Lake East on the
other side of Highway 88, and offers additional trails and access to the
Silver Fork of the American River.

## Recreation

Because the campground is already at such a high elevation, hiking is
particularly popular, allowing visitors to access high alpine lakes and other
destinations through short but spectacular hikes. In addition to the trails
which connect this campground to Silver Lake and other swimming areas, the
Granite Lake Trail, which gives way to the Hidden Lake Trail, begins on the
east shore of Silver Lake at the Minkalo TH. The trail ascends and crosses
Squaw Creek on a wooden bridge. Approximately one-half mile beyond the bridge
is a junction. The right fork will take you to Plasse's and the left fork will
take you to Granite Lake. At the southeast end of the lake you will find the
trail to Hidden Lake. Anglers will be happy to know that Silver Lake boasts
stocked populations of Rainbow, German Brown and Mackinaw trout.

## Facilities

Vault toilets, drinking water, campfire rings and picnic tables are provided.
Some sites have bear-proof food storage containers as well.  
  
Single units are limited to a maximum of 2 vehicles and 6 people. A pay phone,
restaurant, boat rentals and boat ramp are located at a nearby lodge.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated at the base of Thunder Mountain at an elevation of
7,200 feet, on the north end of beautiful Silver Lake. A small pond in the
middle of the campground attracts ducks, but cannot be seen from any of the
camp sites. Silver Lake spans 200 acres in a large granite basin surrounded by
a forest of mixed conifers. The lake's mirror-like waters are known to reflect
the colors of the sky above, attracting both hikers and photographers to its
scenic shores. The Silver Lake area blooms with bright wildflowers in the
summer months, delighting visitors with their presence around the lakes and
high in the mountain meadows.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a scenic drive on Carson Pass Highway, which runs past Silver Lake along
the mountains and crosses the picturesque Carson Pass. It is a must-do
activity for those who love mountain views and landscape photography.  
  
The campground is an easy drive south of Lake Tahoe, the popular lake and ski
area.

## 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: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
  * 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 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).
  * Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Silver Lake East is located 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short distance from the shores of Silver lake, where activities like boating, fishing, swimming and hiking, provide campers with the perfect outdoors retreat.   
Numerous trails leaving the campground connect with the lake and swimming beaches. Silver Lake West is adjacent to Silver Lake East on the other side of Highway 88, and offers additional trails and access to the Silver Fork of the American River.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Because the campground is already at such a high elevation, hiking is particularly popular, allowing visitors to access high alpine lakes and other destinations through short but spectacular hikes.
  
In addition to the trails which connect this campground to Silver Lake and other swimming areas, the Granite Lake Trail, which gives way to the Hidden Lake Trail, begins on the east shore of Silver Lake at the Minkalo TH.
  
The trail ascends and crosses Squaw Creek on a wooden bridge. Approximately one-half mile beyond the bridge is a junction. The right fork will take you to Plasse's and the left fork will take you to Granite Lake. At the southeast end of the lake you will find the trail to Hidden Lake.
  
Anglers will be happy to know that Silver Lake boasts stocked populations of Rainbow, German Brown and Mackinaw trout. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Vault toilets, drinking water, campfire rings and picnic tables are provided. Some sites have bear-proof food storage containers as well. <br/><br/>
Single units are limited to a maximum of 2 vehicles and 6 people. A pay phone, restaurant, boat rentals and boat ramp are located at a nearby lodge.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated at the base of Thunder Mountain at an elevation of 7,200 feet, on the north end of beautiful Silver Lake.  
  
A small pond in the middle of the campground attracts ducks, but cannot be seen from any of the camp sites.
  
Silver Lake spans 200 acres in a large granite basin surrounded by a forest of mixed conifers. The lake's mirror-like waters are known to reflect the colors of the sky above, attracting both hikers and photographers to its scenic shores.   
The Silver Lake area blooms with bright wildflowers in the summer months, delighting visitors with their presence around the lakes and high in the mountain meadows. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Take a scenic drive on Carson Pass Highway, which runs past Silver Lake along the mountains and crosses the picturesque Carson Pass. It is a must-do activity for those who love mountain views and landscape photography. <br/><br/>
The campground is an easy drive south of Lake Tahoe, the popular lake and ski area. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>Cancellation Fee:	A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.</li>
<li>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 4 days before your arrival date.  A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).</li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
</ul>

Thunder Mountain above Silver Lake

SILVER LAKE EAST- ELDORADO

Silver Lake East  Eldorado

Renovations were recently completed at Silver Lake East. Site information has
been updated, however please be aware that the interactive mapping system is
incorrect. See Facility Information > Additional Information > 2025 Facility
Map for the new map and site locations.

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * China Flat Campground
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018792.pdf" rel="nofollow">China Flat Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails </a></li></ul>

China Flat Campground

## Overview

The Harvey West Cabin is located on the Silver Fork of the American River. The
cabin is easily access from Silver Fork Road. The cabin has beds for 12 and
can accommodate an additional eight on the floor or on the large front deck.
Harvey West Cabin provides a cozy mountain cabin getaway experience while also
providing a few modern conveniences. The Harvey West Cabin was constructed in
the early 1930s by the Sacramento Box and Lumber Company. The building was
used as an office and recreational facility until it was purchased in 1936 by
Harvey West. West, a prominent local businessman and philanthropist, used the
cabin as a summer retreat for his famiy until the early 1970s.

## Recreation

Fishing for brown and rainbow trout is a popular activity on the river. Other
pleasant pastimes include bird watching, hiking and wading in the river. The
walking distance China Flat Day Use Area offers picnic tables and a beach on
the riverbank.

## Facilities

The 2,000 sq. ft.two level cabin has a large, open great room, kitchen, two
downstairs bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and two large lofts that
overlook the great room. The cabin has beds for 12 (one queen, two double,
four sinlge, two cots) and can accommodate an additional 8 on the floor of the
great room or on the large deck that overlooks the river. The cabin contains a
dining table and chairs, two couches, and other assorted furniture.  
  
The cabin has two flush toilets and hot and cold running water in the kitchen,
bathrooms, and shower. There is a limited assortment of pots, pans, dishes,
utensils, cookware, and other kitchen items. The kitchen provides a propane
stove/oven and propane refrigerator. No open flames, backpacking or Coleman
type cooking stoves are permitted inside the cabin.  
  
The cabin does not have electricity. Propane lights are placed throughout the
cabin but guests are encouraged to bring their own flashlights. The great room
contains a propane heating stove and large stone fireplace. Firewood is not
provided.  
  
Guests are required to bring their own food (in sealed containers) toilet
paper, sunscreen, matches, clothing, towels, bedding, and any other items they
will need for their stay. Limited cleaning supplies are provided. Guests are
requred to bring their own trash bags and to remove all trash when they leave.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits among Ponderosa pine and cedar trees along the Silver Fork of
the South Fork American River, at an elevation of 4,720 feet. The region's
climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and
cold, wet winters.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Kyburz is 2 miles away and has limited services.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Harvey West Cabin is located on the Silver Fork of the American River.  The cabin is easily access from Silver Fork Road.  The cabin has beds for 12 and can accommodate an additional eight on the floor or on the large front deck.  Harvey West Cabin provides a cozy mountain cabin getaway experience while also providing a few modern conveniences.

The  Harvey West Cabin was constructed in the early 1930s by the Sacramento Box and Lumber Company.  The building was used as an office and recreational facility until it was purchased in 1936 by Harvey West.  West, a prominent local businessman and philanthropist, used the cabin as a summer retreat for his famiy until the early 1970s.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing for brown and rainbow trout is a popular activity on the river. Other pleasant pastimes include bird watching, hiking and wading in the river. The walking distance China Flat Day Use Area offers picnic tables and a beach on the riverbank.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The 2,000 sq. ft.two level cabin has a large, open great room, kitchen, two downstairs bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and two large lofts that overlook the great room.  The cabin has beds for 12 (one queen, two double, four sinlge, two cots) and can accommodate an additional 8 on the floor of the great room or on the large deck that overlooks the river.  The cabin contains a dining table and chairs, two couches, and other assorted furniture.<br><br>The cabin has two flush toilets and hot and cold running water in the kitchen, bathrooms, and shower.  There is a limited assortment of pots, pans, dishes, utensils, cookware, and other kitchen items.  The kitchen provides a propane stove/oven and propane refrigerator.  No open flames, backpacking or Coleman type cooking stoves are permitted inside the cabin.<br><br>The cabin does not have electricity.  Propane lights are placed throughout the cabin but guests are encouraged to bring their own flashlights.  The great room contains a propane heating stove and large stone fireplace.  Firewood is not provided.<br>  <br>Guests are required to bring their own food (in sealed containers) toilet paper, sunscreen, matches, clothing, towels, bedding, and any other items they will need for their stay.  Limited cleaning supplies are provided.  Guests are requred to bring their own trash bags and to remove all trash when they leave.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The cabin sits among Ponderosa pine and cedar trees along the Silver Fork of the South Fork American River, at an elevation of 4,720 feet.  The region's climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Kyburz is 2 miles away and has limited services.

Historic Harvey West Cabin

HARVEY WEST CABIN

Dining Room

Entrance to Cabin

Main Room

Harvey West Cabin

## Overview

The Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is available to visitors travelling
with equestrian or packstock animals. The campground is situated near the
Wrights Lake Campground in a grassy, open timber stand near the stream flowing
from the spillway of Wrights Lake. The area is well-known for its vistas,
hiking, wildflowers and birding.

## Recreation

The campground provides access to the stream and lake, where visitors enjoy
trout fishing, swimming and paddling. Motorboats are prohibited in the area.
Stock users will enjoy access to multiple equestrian trails providing
enjoyable rides throughout the back country and Desolation Wilderness, but may
not ride through the Wrights Lake Campground and Day Use areas. An equestrian
trail map is posted in the campground. Educational programs are offered at the
Wrights Lake Campground amphitheater.

## Facilities

The campground offers 15 campsites for tents or RVs with equestrians and other
packstock. Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring and grill; there
are no hookups. Firewood can be gathered in the area. The campground has
accessible vault toilets.

## Natural Features

At nearly 7,000 feet in elevation, the campground is surrounded by a mixed
conifer forest with a grassy understory. Large lodgepole and fir trees help
shade the campsites. Wildflowers bloom throughout the spring and summer
seasons. The campground is near Wrights Lake, a shallow 40-acre body of water
popular for its serene and quiet atmosphere.

## Nearby Attractions

Barrett Lake 4WD trail is popular for both motorized and non-motorized
recreation. Desolation Wilderness permits for day trips are available at the
wilderness trailheads, and overnight hiking permits are available at the
Pacific Ranger Station, or online  .

## Charges & Cancellations

  * Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.
  * Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
  * 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 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).
  * Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.
  * Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is available to visitors travelling with equestrian or packstock animals.  The campground is situated near the Wrights Lake Campground in a grassy, open timber stand near the stream flowing from the spillway of Wrights Lake.  The area is well-known for its vistas, hiking, wildflowers and birding. <h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground provides access to the stream and lake, where visitors enjoy trout fishing, swimming and paddling.  Motorboats are prohibited in the area.  Stock users will enjoy access to multiple equestrian trails providing enjoyable rides throughout the back country and Desolation Wilderness, but may not ride through the Wrights Lake Campground and Day Use areas. An equestrian trail map is posted in the campground. Educational programs are offered at the Wrights Lake Campground amphitheater.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 15 campsites for tents or RVs with equestrians and other packstock.  Each site is equipped with a table, campfire ring and grill; there are no hookups.   Firewood can be gathered in the area.  The campground has accessible vault toilets.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
At nearly 7,000 feet in elevation, the campground is surrounded by a mixed conifer forest with a grassy understory.  Large lodgepole and fir trees help shade the campsites.  Wildflowers bloom throughout the spring and summer seasons.  The campground is near Wrights Lake, a shallow 40-acre body of water popular for its serene and quiet atmosphere.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Barrett Lake 4WD trail is popular for both motorized and non-motorized recreation. Desolation Wilderness permits for day trips are available at the wilderness trailheads, and overnight hiking permits are available at the Pacific Ranger Station, or <a href="http://www.recreation.gov/permits/Desolation_Wilderness_Permit/r/wildernessAreaDetails.do?page=detail&contractCode=NRSO&parkId=72202" rel="nofollow">online </a> .<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>Cancellation Fee:	A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.</li>
<li>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 4 days before your arrival date.  A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).</li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
<li>Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).</li>
</ul>

* 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.

Bridge at Wrights Lake

WRIGHTS LAKE EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Due to the Wrights Lake Recreation Improvement Project, Wrights Lake
Campground will be **closed until July 31** , but may open up to first come
first serve if certain projects are finished early. After that, certain
campsites may experience temporary closures. Please use caution while
traveling through the Wrights Lake area as construction operations and heavy
equipment will be present.

Trailheads and day use will still be accessible once conditions allow but may
have temporary closures during this time.

**_Notice_** \- Wrights Lake Recreation Area will be undergoing some exciting
renovations in 2026. While we do not have a full scope of work and timing to
share yet, we want to inform the public that there may be some disruptions to
their stay come the 2026 season. More details to follow.

## Overview

Wrights Lake Campground is situated in the timber belt, close to the lake
shore, looking up at the majestic rocky peaks of the Sierra Nevadas and
Desolation Wilderness. The area is well-known for its hiking, wildflowers and
birding.

## Recreation

The campground provides access to the lake, where visitors enjoy trout
fishing, swimming and boating activities. Motorboats are prohibited in the
area.  
  
Hikers will enjoy access to multiple foot and horseback riding trails within 5
miles of the campground. Various trailheads, including Bloodsucker, Rockbound
and Twin Lakes trails, provide access to Desolation Wilderness.  
  
Educational programs are offered at the amphitheater, and mountain biking and
off-road vehicle use is popular on Barrett Lake Jeep trail. Wilderness permits
for day hiking are available at the trailheads, and overnight hiking permits
are available at Pacific Ranger Station.

## Facilities

The campground offers dozens of campsites for tent and RV camping. Several
sites offer sweeping views of Wrights Lake.  
  
Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and firewood
can be gathered in the area. Accessible vault toilets. A camp host is
available during the daytime.

## Natural Features

At nearly 7,000 feet in elevation, the campground is surrounded by pine and
fir trees with a grassy understory. Wildflowers bloom throughout the spring
and summer seasons.  
  
Some sites are nestled among giant boulders, providing privacy for campers.
The campground is close to Wrights Lake, a 40-acre body of water popular for
its serene and quiet atmosphere.

## Charges & Cancellations

  * Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.
  * Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
  * 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 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).
  * Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.
  * Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

<h2>Overview</h2>
Wrights Lake Campground is situated in the timber belt, close to the lake shore, looking up at the majestic rocky peaks of the Sierra Nevadas and Desolation Wilderness. The area is well-known for its hiking, wildflowers and birding. 
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground provides access to the lake, where visitors enjoy trout fishing, swimming and boating activities. Motorboats are prohibited in the area.
<br/> <br/>
Hikers will enjoy access to multiple foot and horseback riding trails within 5 miles of the campground. Various trailheads, including Bloodsucker, Rockbound and Twin Lakes trails, provide access to Desolation Wilderness.
<br/> <br/>
Educational programs are offered at the amphitheater, and mountain biking and off-road vehicle use is popular on Barrett Lake Jeep trail. Wilderness permits for day hiking are available at the trailheads, and overnight hiking permits are available at Pacific Ranger Station.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers dozens of campsites for tent and RV camping. Several sites offer sweeping views of Wrights Lake.
<br/> <br/>
Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and firewood can be gathered in the area. Accessible vault toilets. A camp host is available during the daytime.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
At nearly 7,000 feet in elevation, the campground is surrounded by pine and fir trees with a grassy understory. Wildflowers bloom throughout the spring and summer seasons. 
<br/><br/>
Some sites are nestled among giant boulders, providing privacy for campers. The campground is close to Wrights Lake, a 40-acre body of water popular for its serene and quiet atmosphere.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>Cancellation Fee:	A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.</li>
<li>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 4 days before your arrival date.  A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).</li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
<li>Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).</li>
</ul>

WRIGHTS LAKE

Wrights Lake

## 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.

## Facilities

The campground is designed for tent camping only. Campstie 1 fits 50 people
while the other three sites accommodate 25. Piped drinking water, vault
toilets, picnic tables, campfire rings and a group cooking area are among the
amenities.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.
<br/><br/>
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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
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. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground is designed for tent camping only. Campstie 1 fits 50 people while the other three sites accommodate 25. Piped drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, campfire rings and a group cooking area are among the amenities. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Bear Group Campground is situated an elevation of 6,000 feet, just a short distance (approximately one mile drive) from the reservoir. <br/><br/>
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.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Restaurants, boat rentals and a general store are within a few miles of the campground. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>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..</li>
<li>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.  </li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
</ul>

Bear River Reservoir

BEAR RIVER GROUP CAMPGROUND

Bear River Group Campground (Eldorado National Forest, CA)

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Sugar Pine Point Campground
  * Fees and Passes

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018847.pdf" rel="nofollow">Sugar Pine Point Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li></ul>

Sugar Pine Point Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Bear Group Campground
  * Group Campgrounds
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018858.pdf">Bear Group&nbsp;Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018841.pdf">Group Campgrounds</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf">Non-motorized Trails</a></li></ul>

$115/25 person (3)  
$145/50 person (1) Interagency Senior and Access passes are not accepted for
group units.

Bear Group Campground

**Recreation Opportunity Guides** (ROG) - These guides contains information,
maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado
National Forest.

  * Sand Flat Campground
  * Fees and Passes
  * Hiking/Biking Trails

<p><strong>Recreation Opportunity Guides</strong> (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018790.pdf" rel="nofollow">Sand Flat Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Hiking/Biking Trails</a></li></ul>

Sand Flat Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Pardoes Point Campground
  * Picnicking
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018851.pdf" rel="nofollow">Pardoes Point Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018840.pdf" rel="nofollow">Picnicking</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails</a></li></ul>

Pardoes Point Campground

## Overview

South Shore Campground is located next to Lower Bear River Reservoir in the
Eldorado National Forest the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. It's a prime
location for fishing and boating.

## Recreation

Lower Bear Reservoir covers 166 acres and has 2.5 miles of shoreline.
Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking.
Anglers may catch rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout. A boat ramp is located
within a mile of the campground.  
  
The Pardoe Trail can be accessed a short distance past nearby Upper Bear River
Reservoir, and borders Mokelumne Wilderness.

## Facilities

Each campsite comes with a picnic table and grill. One campsite is accessible,
as is one of the vault toilets. Drinking water is provided.  
  
A general store is about a mile from the campground on the northern part of
the reservoir.

## Natural Features

The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest on a hillside just above
the south shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir at an elevation of 5,900 feet.
Some campsites offer partial views of the lake through the trees.  
  
A Mediterranean climate extends over most of the forest, with warm, dry
summers and cold, wet winters.

## 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: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
  * 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 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).
  * Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.

<h2>Overview</h2>
South Shore Campground is located next to Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. It's a prime location for fishing and boating.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lower Bear Reservoir covers 166 acres and has 2.5 miles of shoreline.
Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking. Anglers may catch rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout. A boat ramp is located within a mile of the campground.
<br/><br/>
The Pardoe Trail can be accessed a short distance past nearby Upper Bear River Reservoir, and borders Mokelumne Wilderness.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Each campsite comes with a picnic table and grill. One campsite is accessible, as is one of the vault toilets. Drinking water is provided.
<br/><br/>
A general store is about a mile from the campground on the northern part of the reservoir.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest on a hillside just above the south shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir at an elevation of 5,900 feet. Some campsites offer partial views of the lake through the trees. 
<br/><br/>
A Mediterranean climate extends over most of the forest, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>Cancellation Fee:	A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.</li>
<li>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 4 days before your arrival date.  A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).</li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
</ul>

SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND

South Shore Campground

Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps,
and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National
Forest.

  * Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground
  * Fees and Passes
  * Non-motorized Trails

<p>Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018854.pdf" rel="nofollow">Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018842.pdf" rel="nofollow">Fees and Passes</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018779.pdf" rel="nofollow">Non-motorized Trails</a></li></ul>

Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground

**Location:** 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 11 miles north on
Ice House Road (Forest Road 3),and (right) 3 miles on Ice House/Wrights Lake
Tie Road (Forest Road 32).

**Strawberry Point Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide**(ROG) - This guide
contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip
to the Eldorado National Forest.

<p><strong>Location:</strong> 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 11 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3),and (right) 3 miles on Ice House/Wrights Lake Tie Road (Forest Road 32).</p><p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018807.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Strawberry Point Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide </strong></a>(ROG) - This guide contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.<br/> </p>

Strawberry Point Campground

**Location:** 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 11 miles north on
Ice House Road (Forest Road 3),then east (right) on Forest Road 32.

**Northwind Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide** (ROG) - This guide
contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip
to the Eldorado National Forest.

<p><strong>Location: </strong>23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 11 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3),then east (right) on Forest Road 32.</p><p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsbdev7_018812.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>Northwind Campground Recreation Opportunity Guide</strong></a> (ROG) - This guide contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.<br/> </p>

Northwind Campground

## Overview

Ice House Campground is surrounded by a mixed conifer forest on the shores of
Ice House Reservoir. Just 12 miles from Riverton, CA, the campground offers
hiking, biking, jet skiing and fishing.  
  
Ponderosa pine is a pleasing part of the surrounding region. The trees fill
the air with a vanilla aroma and it's the tallest known pine tree in the
country. To date, the tallest Ponderosa measured was an impressive 268.35 feet
tall.

## Recreation

Enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating on Ice House Reservoir. Rainbow, brown,
and trout swim in these waters. A boat ramp is located on-site.  
  
  
  
Hike or bike on the Ice House Mountain Bike Trail, which stretches for 3.1
miles along ridge tops and shaded northern slopes. The trail boasts views of
the reservoir and the Crystal Range.

## Facilities

Amenities include a picnic area, drinking water faucets, vault toilets,
showers, and a dump station. Firewood is sold on-site and a nearby resort
offers a restaurant, gas and limited groceries.  
  
  
The facility was newly renovated in 2022.

## Natural Features

Some campsites at Ice House are right on the shoreline while others are set
back just enough for plenty of shade from towering ponderosa pines, cedars and
Manzanita bushes. The reservoir spans 700 acres at 5,500 feet elevation.  
  
The area is part of the Eldorado National Forest, which stretches across the
famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Its climate is similar to that of
the Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.

## Nearby Attractions

Head to Bassi Falls, which can be reached via a 1.2-mile hiking trail. The
glorious waterfall cascades over a 109-foot granite cliff.

## Charges & Cancellations

  * Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.
  * Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
  * 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 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).
  * Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.
  * **Refunds** : Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

<h2>Overview</h2>
Ice House Campground is surrounded by a mixed conifer forest on the shores of Ice House Reservoir. Just 12 miles from Riverton, CA, the campground offers hiking, biking, jet skiing and fishing.
<br/><br/>
Ponderosa pine is a pleasing part of the surrounding region. The trees fill the air with a vanilla aroma and it's the tallest known pine tree in the country. To date, the tallest Ponderosa measured was an impressive 268.35 feet tall.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating on Ice House Reservoir. Rainbow, brown, and trout swim in these waters. A boat ramp is located on-site. <br><br><br><br>Hike or bike on the Ice House Mountain Bike Trail, which stretches for 3.1 miles along ridge tops and shaded northern slopes. The trail boasts views of the reservoir and the Crystal Range.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Amenities include a picnic area, drinking water faucets, vault toilets, showers, and a dump station. Firewood is sold on-site and a nearby resort offers a restaurant, gas and limited groceries.<br><br><br>The facility was newly renovated in 2022.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Some campsites at Ice House are right on the shoreline while others are set back just enough for plenty of shade from towering ponderosa pines, cedars and Manzanita bushes. The reservoir spans 700 acres at 5,500 feet elevation.
<br/><br/>
The area is part of the Eldorado National Forest, which stretches across the famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Its climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Head to Bassi Falls, which can be reached via a 1.2-mile hiking trail. The glorious waterfall cascades over a 109-foot granite cliff.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<ul>
<li>Change Fee:	A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes.</li>
<li>Cancellation Fee:	A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.</li>
<li>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 4 days before your arrival date.  A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below).</li>
<li>Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.</li>
<li><strong>Refunds</strong>: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).</li>
</ul>