Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Campground · California · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Eldorado National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 15 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 30
- People per site
- 3,130 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is located on the South Fork of the American River. It offers picnicking sites, a group overnight area, beautiful swimming holes, and close access to fishing.
Recreation
This site provides two large swimming holes in the river that are popular with the local residents. Fishing is also a popular activity, mainly rainbow and brown trout.Facilities
Bridal Veil Group Area is on a hill overlooking the river and day use area. The group area includes lot-style parking with 7 parking stalls, 5 tent pads, 8 picnic tables, 6 serving tables, and a large group fire ring. Group campsite users may use the day use areas with no additional fees. None of the facility is accessible. There is no water available on site. The facility has a host on site from mid-May through mid-October.Natural Features
Sitting at an elevation of 3,200 feet, Bridal Veil group campsite provides easy access to the American River. A Mediterranean climate extends over most of this forest, creating warm, dry summers, and cold, wet winters. Vegetation is mixed conifers with riparian vegetation along the river.Nearby Attractions
Visitors enjoy scenic drives along Highway 50 and surrounding forest roads. The site is within a half hour drive of both Jenkinson Lake and Crystal Basin. It is 10 minutes from the stores and restaurants of Pollock Pines and 5 minutes from Bridal Veil Falls. South Lake Tahoe is a 45 minute drive.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.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 15 ft
- Up to 30 people per site
- Loops: Bridal Veil Picnic Grounds
Site types
- 1 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
1 campsite at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA1 | Bridal Veil Picnic Grounds | Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | Slight | Riverfront | 15 ft | 30 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Placerville, take Hwy 50 east for 17 miles. The site is on the South Fork of the American River.
38.76639, -120.48250 · 38°45'59.0"N 120°28'57.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 44 | 50 | 56 | 63 | 72 | 82 | 90 | 89 | 83 | 66 | 51 | 43 |
| Low °F | 32 | 31 | 33 | 36 | 42 | 47 | 53 | 53 | 49 | 41 | 35 | 31 |
| Precip in | 9.6 | 8.8 | 8.8 | 4.9 | 3.2 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 2.9 | 5.3 | 9.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
- Can you reserve a site at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground?
- Yes, Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground?
- 15 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground.
- Are campfires allowed at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground?
- Campfires are allowed at Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 831-245-6891
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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