Stayed here 6/25 in site 21. Nice camp grounds. The pot holes on the road in are very big so it…read moretakes a long time to drive the last 5 miles. The trash dumpsters were full when we got there and were over full when we left. For having valt toilets they were clean. We will go back again.

The campground was great in many ways, the good: The campsites were a decent size and all good…read morelocations and access to the creek. The first come first serve sites were almost all empty Sunday-Wednesday mid July when I visited. The creek is beautiful and there are lots of good swimming spots. We stayed with friends in a group site and several single nearby sites. There was plenty of space and fallen trees and meadows for our kids to explore! The bad: Idk why but checkout and checkin are both at 2pm, so the sites aren't being cleaned fully between uses. There was a bit of trash at ours and we almost overlapped with the group there before us. The dumpsters were full the entire time we were there. So many yellow jackets and mosquitos, but that's summer in California near the water for you. The worst, there were several bears that made the rounds scavenging every night. We heard them sniffing around tents, banging around coolers, and people generally letting off foghorns and screaming and dogs barking all night long. The campsite is not equipped for bears. The hosts are doing their best, but this is their first summer with this problem, and they aren't receiving support from fish and wildlife. There are no bear boxes at the campsites and very little signage anywhere alerting people to store all their containers and food out of reach at night. People are also not helping. We talked to one family with their food out and said to pack it up as there were bears out the night before. They said they had been coming to the campground for years and never seen a bear. They didn't pack up their food at night and the bears got it all, and they had to leave the next day. The stupidity was astounding. Overall, I would recommend it except for the bears! Hopefully the government steps up to give the host more support before something serious happens!

Loved it! Clean bathrooms and showers. Close to the lake, where you can launch your kayak or…read morepaddleboard. The water is clean. Loved everything!

Daryl and Hobie were some of the best campground hosts we've had during our van life! this…read morecampground is extremely well maintained and the bathrooms were the cleanest we've encountered. Theres a short path that takes you to the lake to enjoy. Thank you for all your hard work!

We had a good experience here. The only thing that was a little slow was the check in process upon…read morearrival. We liked the "woodsy" or forest-like environment. All of the other campers were respectful and enjoyable to be around. Lots of pull through sites and full hookups!

We stayed the end of July for 2 days Thurs-Sat via tent. Campground is a decent size but is on a…read moreslope/hill. Got lost on where to go since some of the numbers for campsites are difficult to locate. Overall, campground needs a major upgrade as it looks really run down, pool was fun but that's pretty much it. On the fence whether we want to go back or not. Bathrooms and showers need major upgrade and upkeep. Pros: Friendly staff at check in. Pool is huge and deep (9.5 ft deep on one end) and not heated Spray ground Playground Minimal mosquito issues Price Ease of booking campsite Didn't have to worry about bears and putting things in bear bins Cons: Outside staff that drives by don't look too happy to be there Bathrooms near the pool area is extremely dingy/dirty and no door to toilet just open for everyone to see plus the shower next to it was gross. Bathrooms near the tent area were also extremely dingy/dirty. Floors were muddy. Toilet stalls were so narrow that when you turned to squat down the toilet, your face can the touch the door. Showers were gross too. But plenty of hot water. Dusty near the tent area and a lot of dirt gets kicked up especially when people drive too fast. Arcade is outdated. Can hear the cars passing by the highway Tent site was on a slight slope with a lot of twigs that kept cutting our ankles. WiFi was spotty

Well, we found our new family get away! It was quiet and clean! The bathrooms even smelt clean! The…read moreriver is beautiful. The camp host is amazing! We stayed for our first time last night, and we will be returning hopefully next weekend for a longer stay!! Thanks for trusting us with your campground!

We were extremely disappointed with our recent experience at River Ranch Campground. We had planned…read morea 3-day camping trip--a tradition our family has enjoyed for three generations--but were kicked out after just one night due to a new "no music" policy that was never mentioned on the website during booking. Within 10 minutes of our arrival, we were approached and warned about playing music, even though it was very low and only audible to those at our site. It turns out there are now surveillance cameras and speakers at every campsite, and staff are actively listening in to ensure no music is being played. This level of monitoring felt invasive and unnecessary. We were harassed repeatedly throughout our short stay--not just about the quiet music, but also about a service dog that belonged to our friend, a military veteran. Despite the website clearly stating that pets are welcome, we were approached multiple times and questioned about the dog in a way that felt discriminatory and disrespectful. Our group included a handicapped friend and a retired veteran, both of whom were deeply upset by how we were treated. After all the years and money we've spent here, we were shocked by the lack of respect and hospitality. Thankfully, Don Pedro Campgrounds welcomed us without a reservation and turned our ruined trip into a positive experience. We will not be returning to River Ranch and strongly recommend choosing Don Pedro instead. It offers a far more welcoming and respectful camping environment. 10 out of 10 times, Don Pedro is the better choice. 0 stars is what they deserve but isn't an option!

Had a Great camp out weekend there with Amador Trail Stewardship! Camp host was very welcoming and…read morecame by a few times to check and see if we needed anything. Hopefully ATS can come back in the spring and work on some local trails for Plasse's.

We went on a roadtrip to get out of the Heat in Placerville with some friends. This resort is about…read more7,100 feet up in elevation and it was cool and lovely. We hung around the little eatery by the general store and the staff were very nice. That day they were serving some Hot Dogs and they looked good but I did not have one. We went to the lake and it is beautiful with the water being clear where we were at. Kids were swimming and people were fishing. There is a road that takes you around the lake but be careful because these are where the private cabins are located and the owners who have these properties are not the warmest people in terms of welcoming you are even speaking to you. The staff was kind and polite. A few trails that you can take that get you around the lake to walk and explore or search for Bigfoot. I do believe in Bigfoot. A very nice resort that I will explore further in the future.

A hidden gem of a state park! We visited for Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend. We got a tour of…read morethe museum, the grinding rocks, and even the round house, where no pictures are allowed due to it being a sacred space. I took a very short hike through the woods too. We learned so much about the Miwok Indians, who still hold traditional get togethers here.

The host was extremely rude to my kids, even though they were quiet. My kids ( 6 yearold) playing…read moreat 7:45 Am ., and the host threatened to call the police and told us to pack up. It made us feel very uncomfortable and unwelcome. I would not recommend staying here if you have children. The house is not kids friendlyI don't recommend

This is for the northshore campground at loon lake spot 21…read more Ok here's the sitch, amazing views and vibes but just beware NO SHOWERS HERE. Also if you are at lot 20/21 you are RIGHT by the entry for off roading people who are on the way to do the rubicon trail. On our camping experience here they would make loud noise starting at 11pm- 1 am so it was not quiet by any means and felt like the cars were right next to the tent. Despite that the camp itself is nice, bathrooms are well maintained, shade comes in the evening, and off the beaten path from Tahoe

Loon Lake? More like ANT Lake!…read more Went to this campground with my husband last weekend. I would highlight how pretty the place is, but unfortunately the campground design had many flaws. First, the elevation was pretty high, so right away, we were noticeably winded even after the shortest walk. They should really consider lowering the campground. Then, we went to sit on the lakeshore, and what did we see?? Not a single loon, but THOUSANDS of ants. Less than 5 minutes after I laid my towel down, it was covered in ants. Turns out there were several ant hills....ON THE BEACH. This is an unacceptable flaw in design. I would suggest the camp hosts or Forest Service relocate the ant hills, so that people can actually enjoy the shore. Just as we were settling down later in the evening and trying to sleep, I heard someone making a God awful owl hooting noise, from high up in the trees. It was very obnoxious. And I know it wasn't an actual owl because birds aren't real. All in all, it's a pretty place but I'd recommend visiting a campground that values comfort and caters to your needs. Wide regards, Slop Doppolis

Giant trees, wild mushroom, snow cover paths, and wild stuff animals - it was an adventure…read more -been wanted to check out the "GIANTS" and they didn't disappoint. I guess January is the most awesome time to visit. Whether was nice and warm, with snow play still available in the parking lot and on the trails. Perfect day to be outdoor. -Park is very well kept and accessible for all. The North Cove Trail was a walk in the pak with stunning display of different trees. Look carefully, wild mushroom has been inoculated and is ready for their debuted. -Visitor center and ranger were very informative. -Pro tip: if your family is the outdoorsy type, buy a California State Park Pass - include entrance to this place and you can skip the line when visiting on a busy weekend....

Beautiful state park with giant sequoias, easy trail which is beginner friendly. Points of interest…read moreinclude a large tree stump which is large enough to be a little stage, fallen ancient giants, humongous exposed roots, hollowed out tree stumps which kids can walk through etc. Apparently the people who took care of the park previously cut out a hollow in one of the trees as a point of attraction for cars and people to walk through to compete with other such parks. The tree finally gave away and fell during a heavy rain a few years ago. We took the north grove trail, with kids and toddlers it took us about an hour with several photo stops. There is no elevation so it was an easy stroll. There is no signal in the park. But since it's a single loop, there is no possibility of getting lost.

The cabins are fantastic in south shore always clean and so much better than a hotel!!! Pam is…read morealways so helpful and the girl at the gate I forgot her name I love and enjoy seeing them every time I go there. Was there last week and going in a week again! Ty ladies for making my visit list so nice. The guy with the beard is really wonderful too! Sophia I think was the girls name.

came here for a couple of days and had a blast. the fishing was awesome and the rooms were super…read morenice. my girlfriend and I love this place!

We were really happy to get a spot at the last minute, to camp one last time this season. The…read moreweather is cooler, but it's so much nicer without the Summer crowds. When we arrived, we were told the bears were very active, which in this area, they usually are. There are alot of signs informing the public they are in Bear Country and what to do if they come across one. There's also information on the proper way to store food, so the bears can't get to it. Unfortunately, we see the carelessness from campers all of the time. It's very frustrating, especially when you hear a bear and cub may be euthanized because they have gotten too comfortable approaching people at the campsites and could be a danger. This place is beautiful and the bears are a treasure. If you camp here, please be responsible! Aside that, we love this campground. Staff are always very pleasant and helpful.

The management Diann will call the sheriff for any issue she very confrontational brings three…read morepeople threatening you making false accusations. There was not party just a car parked which a host reported would need to be moved in am arrived at 11 pm in the rain. Instead they called the sheriff demanding we leave after we moved the vehicle asap.