Can you reserve a site at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?

Yes, South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?

50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA), California — 1 site, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

1 bookable site
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 125 people per site
Loops: AREA SOUTH FORK GROUP

Site types

1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA SOUTH FORK GROUP	Group Standard Area Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	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.

38.94833, -120.40213 · 38°56'54.0"N 120°24'7.7"W

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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, 14.2 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 South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)

Can you reserve a site at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?: Yes, South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA) have?: 1 site.
What is the maximum RV length at South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Camping near South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)

Robbs Hut 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Gerle Creek 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Yellowjacket 4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Wench Creek 4.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Van Vleck Bunkhouse 4.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Wolf Creek California 4.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Loon Lake 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Loon Lake Chalet 4.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
South Fork Group Campground 0.1 mi · Campground
Airport Flat Campground 2.8 mi · Campground
Van Vleck Bunkhouse 4.4 mi · Campground
Azalea Cove Campground 4.9 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 530-644-2324
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

South Fork Group - Eldorado NF (CA)