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French Meadows Campground

Campground · National forest in Placer County, California.

61Campsites
French Meadows ReservoirRight on the shore of
85 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

Managed byUSDA Forest Service (Tahoe National Forest)
Campsites61
Site types61 standard, no electric
Longest RV/trailer site85 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
Dogs allowedYes
Campfires allowedYes
FeeYes
Phone(530) 367-2224
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About French Meadows Campground

French Meadows Campground is located along the shores French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 miles from the town of Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Popular activities on the reservoir include boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp is located adjacent to the campground. The North Fork American River can be accessed nearby and provides additional opportunities for fishing and swimming.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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French Meadows Campground is in Placer County.

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