Can you reserve a site at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?

Yes, Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground, California — 15 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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).

The facts

15 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 35 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: EQUESTRIAN

Site types

15 Equestrian Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

15 campsites at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
069	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
070	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
071	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
072	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
073	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
074	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
075	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
076	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
077	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
078	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
079	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
080	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
081	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
082	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
083	EQUESTRIAN	Equestrian Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Placerville, CA: Travel US-50 east approximately 25 miles to Ice House Road. Turn north onto Ice House Road. Take the 1st right to stay on Ice House Road. Travel approximately 10 miles to the junction with Big Hill Lookout Road/Wrights Lake Tie Road. Turn right toward Ice House Reservoir on the Wrights Lake Tie Road. At approximately 1.2 miles, stay to the left. Travel another 1.7 miles, turn left. Continue approximately 6.2 miles to Wrights Lake Road (Wrights Road). Turn left and travel another 2 miles to the campground.

38.84191, -120.23521 · 38°50'30.9"N 120°14'6.7"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	10.4	8.8	8.3	4.7	3.0	1.1	0.3	0.3	0.8	3.8	7.0	10.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

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.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Can you reserve a site at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?: Yes, Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground have?: 15 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?: 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Wrights Lake 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Harvey West Cabin 6.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Desolation Wilderness Permit 6.4 mi · Permit · we watch it
Ice House 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Big Silver Group 7.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Strawberry Point Campground 5.7 mi · Campground
Lovers Leap Campground 5.9 mi · Campground
Northwind Campground 6.1 mi · Campground
China Flat Campground 6.3 mi · Campground
Harvey West Cabin 6.5 mi · Campground
Ice House Campground 7.1 mi · Campground
Sand Flat Campground 7.2 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-02.

Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground