Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Lotus, CA
Experience the serene beauty of Lotus, CA, nestled in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills along the American River, where camping options abound for outdoor enthusiasts. For those seeking the comforts of home, RV camping is available at popular sites such as Gold Hill and Coloma Resort, offering full hookups and easy river access. Tent camping lovers can explore the nearby Marshall Gold Discovery State Park, which provides picturesque sites surrounded by towering pines and lush landscapes, perfect for stargazing at night. If you're craving solitude, consider dispersed camping along the secluded dirt roads of the Eldorado National Forest, where you can set up camp amid breathtaking granite outcrops and vibrant wildflower meadows. Adventure seekers can enjoy hiking, rafting, and fishing in the area, while history buffs can visit nearby historic sites that celebrate the Gold Rush era. Whether you prefer the convenience of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the wildness of dispersed sites, Lotus, CA, offers a perfect escape into nature.
Peninsula Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (55 min north of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 447 feet. There are a total of 78 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Beals Point Campground is part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in California (just 13 min northwest of Folsom, CA) with an elevation of 469 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 31 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 14 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $28.00 to $48.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, general store, accessible, swimming, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Indian Grinding Rock Campground is part of Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park in California (56 min southeast of El Dorado Hills, CA) with an elevation of 2,375 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is open all year. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 27 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include accessible, restroom, pay telephone. Activities include hiking trails.
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