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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233879
When South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA) reopens
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Openings · last 90 days
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About South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)
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.
1 monitored siteRVs up to 50 ftNo hookups1 shadedMax party 125
Getting there
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.
7887 Highway 50, Pollock Pines, CA 95726530-644-2324
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHuntingSwimming Site
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Roll CS-233879 · South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA) · Pollock Pines CA3 frames · facility
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?
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How often do new openings appear at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?
Campsite Sniper detected 1 site-date opening here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
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