Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Newcastle, CA
Nestled in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills, Newcastle, CA, offers a variety of camping options perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. For those seeking the comfort of home on the road, RV camping sites like the nearby Auburn State Recreation Area provide amenities such as water and electricity, along with stunning views of the American River. Tent campers can enjoy primitive sites within the picturesque forests along the banks of local rivers, where shaded groves and rustic settings enhance the experience of sleeping under the stars. For a truly back-to-nature experience, dispersed camping in the Placer County National Forest allows adventurers to pitch their tents amidst towering pines and granite landscapes, with ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation. Newcastle's mild climate and abundance of scenic trails, including the famous Western States Trail, attract visitors year-round. Whether you're in an RV, setting up a tent, or trekking out for a dispersed adventure, the Newcastle area offers an unforgettable camping experience immersed in California's natural beauty.
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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