Coyote Group
Campground · California · 4 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 4
- Bookable sites
- 99 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 50
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 5,314 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Coyote Group Campground is located on the northeast end of French Meadows Reservoir, near the Middle Fork of American River. The facility is located in a remote area approximately 40 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.Recreation
The Middle Fork of American River provides visitors with ample opportunities for fishing and swimming. Popular activities on the nearby reservoir include boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming. Two boat ramps are located within three miles of the campground. A variety of hiking and biking trails are found in the surrounding area, including some that provide access to the nearby Granite Chief Wilderness and The Western States Trail. Just down the road is the Granite Chief Wilderness which provides amazing hiking opportunities for adventurous party to explore historic aspen tree stands and secluded mountain passes and trail. The Western States Trail provides great opportunity for hiking, horesback riding, dirt biking, and for adventurous mountain bikers.Facilities
The campground offers four group campsites. The Black Bear site is accessible and can accommodate up to 50 people. Brush Wolf, Little Wolf and Prairie Wolf sites can accommodate up to 25 people each. Multiple picnic tables, campfire circles and grills are provided. Vault toilets and drinking water are available throughout the campground.Natural Features
The campground is situated near the river, just north of French Meadows Reservoir. A coniferous forest covers the area. At an elevation of 5,200 feet, summertime temperatures are warm throughout the day and cool at night.The facts
- Season: June – September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 4 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 99 ft
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: CBKB, CBSW, CLTW, CPRW
Site types
- 4 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits.
4 campsites at Coyote Group
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK BEAR | CBKB | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 99 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| BRUSH WOLF | CBSW | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 25 | 🐾 |
| LITTLE WOLF | CLTW | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 25 | 🐾 |
| PRAIRIE WOLF | CPRW | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 25 | 🐾 |
Getting there
High clearance vehicles may take Foresthill Rd to the 43 Rd (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd, snow permitting. Access from Soda Springs and the 43 Rd is not recommended for trucks with trailers, motorhomes/RV's or passenger vehicles that are not high clearance vehicles with four wheel drive.
39.13556, -120.41056 · 39°8'8.0"N 120°24'38.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 10.6 | 9.3 | 8.8 | 5.0 | 3.5 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 4.1 | 6.8 | 11.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.9 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 Coyote Group
- Can you reserve a site at Coyote Group?
- Yes, Coyote Group is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Coyote Group have?
- 4 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Coyote Group?
- 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Coyote Group?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Coyote Group.
Also listed by
Coyote Group also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Coyote Group's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $82 for 25 person site, $143 for 50 person site
Restrictions:
- Firearms or any other implements of destruction (including but not limited to bow & arrow and slingshots) are prohibited in this area; camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area.
Camping near Coyote Group
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- French Meadows Reservoir 1.6 mi · Facility
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- Talbot Campground 4.1 mi · Campground
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Contact
- Phone 530-367-2224
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-19.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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