We stayed in a cabin for two nights. It was pretty basic accommodations but was clean and had…read moreeverything we needed as a family of four (we have two teens). The location was right by the river and very convenient when going rafting. The only thing I would have loved to have is a fire pit and seats like a few of the bigger cabins had.

Stayed here for 3 nights, and unfortunately the experience was frustrating due to the lack of staff…read moreavailability. I went to the front desk four separate times during normal business hours and never once found it open. I had a time-sensitive question and was unable to get help, and calls to the front desk also went unanswered. On our last day, we needed assistance locating the dump station. When we went to the front office, there was still no one available. We also encountered other guests actively searching for staff and unable to find anyone, which makes it clear this isn't an isolated issue. The lack of basic amenities was also disappointing--there is no WiFi or laundry on-site. While the location is beautiful, it seems to be the main reason this place stays in business, as the customer service and amenities do not meet expectations. The bathrooms were acceptable, but the shower pressure was extremely low, which made it difficult to use--especially for anyone with thick or textured hair.

Camp Lotus is a wonderful family run campground with lots of water activities…read moreand picnic areas. Situated beside the winding American Canyon river, this magical spot is located in Placerville. There are quiet little beaches that are kid friendly, where they can wade out safely. We saw lots of fish, kayaks, campers and day trippers. There was lots of laughter and playfulness all around. The surroundings are beautiful and wildlife is abundant. The little store that is there upon check in is stocked with the basics, and if you stay in a cabin, you get free delicious coffee every morning. Luann is there to greet you at check in and at breakfast, she makes hot muffins. My favorite is cornmeal blueberry.

+s: Great natural beauty in the diverse plant life. Clean bathrooms for a campground. No dog…read morepolicy. -s: Neighboring property had a chipper running non-stop. Road noise is loud. An overall rudeness from staff that I assume was due to my service dog though she is exceptionally trained and no more of a nuisance than a cane. Being respectful of their policy, I had asked before booking. Knowing what I know now, I would not have wasted $67. I had planned on staying 2 nights if it was pleasant. Thankfully, I did not pay in advance for both nights.

This place had potential if we weren't nickeled and dimed for little things... First off, there…read moreare 8 pages of rules and policies (font 12) that you'll need to read which we read with a highlighter given previous Yelp comments. And yes, you will be reminded at every communication that you need to read them. Including a text the day before you check in. If you ask any questions, they'll send it to you like you've seen in other Yelper's reviews. Unlike hotels or AirBnBs, be aware that the rate is for just 2 people. They will charge $50 more per person. We had a little one with us and we were charged $50 more per night. (And yes, they will meet you at check-in to make sure you don't bring extra people!) Our cottage had a queen bed and a sofa bed. Presumably with the extra charge, we would have been given enough towels and linen for 3. Nope. There were towels for 2. And the sofa bed was a bare mattress with a throw without a sheet. We didn't complain since we brought our own linen. Despite being charged a cleaning fee of $50, know that you will still need to haul all of your trash to a trash bin 50 - 100 feet of your cottage. As other Yelpers have mentioned, the place is tired and old: filthy floors, dusty baseboards, tight shower knobs, weak AC, broken porch light... The deck didn't have the nice furniture that was in the photos. Yes, it's river front but getting down to the river is treacherous with many jagged rocks and makeshift steps - exercise caution with kids and elderly. There are no banks, just jagged rocks. We were here in April and it is very, very buggy - lots of mosquitoes and big flying bugs were found in the house every night. Just one screen door. No screens on any of the windows or front door. Beware - they are sticklers with checking out. We left the cottage on time but decided to take a few last minute photos near the river. After paying $2000 for 2 cottages for 3 nights, we were charged - after Danika / Sherry gave us a discount - an additional $25 for not having left the premises on time! We would not recommend this place and certainly will not be visiting again.

We spent 4 delightful nights in the Romantic River Studio. Comfy king bed, shaded deck overlooking…read morethe river, and well appointed kitchen space with sky light. Temps were warm enough (2nd week in Sept) at night that we could fall asleep to the sounds of the river. Walking distance to small market, and nice hiking trails along the river (Marshall Gold State Park and Monroe Ridge Trail ware an enjoyable walks).

We've come here two years in a row now for a family trip about 30 of us we love it here. River on…read moreone side pool on the other side. We love that this place mainly is for people using the river so the pool generally is all ours. The rooms are clean AC works in the cabins and we always have a great time. Only thing not giving this a 5 star rating is the bbq grills. We grills burgers on our gas grill in front of our cabin. It seems they clean the grill but do not clean the grease catchers bc man did that thing catch fire like crazy. We thought we were going to burn the cabin down. Often times rental places overlook this and it results in disaster. We almost broke out the fire extinguisher but thankfully we were able to remove all the meat and calm the fire down. We'll be back either way!

It's super peaceful and green everywhere. Our dogs enjoyed the fenced dog park. The trees will…read moreprovide great shade come spring and summer. The area has a lot to offer.

This was an incredible experience. We did a half day rafting trip of the South Fork. We were a…read moreparty of 5 teenage boys and 3 women. Our guide Serkan (SY) was amazing! His technique is on point and he involved himself in our crazy energy. He taught us well, was funny and very encouraging. We would definitely do this again!

We had a magnificent trip with our very knowledgeable guide Gem. We had a blast on our 21 mile trip…read moreon the American River. Such a gorgeous place to spend an afternoon!! I highly recommend

We had our wedding at EarthTrek this past weekend and I couldn't wait to write a glowing review. We…read morefeel so fortunate to have been able to host our wedding here - it was everything we'd dreamed of and more. From the moment we stepped onsite for our initial tour, EarthTrek was the immediate and obvious top choice for us. The grounds and facilities are very well kept and it's obvious that the family takes a lot of pride in the way they care for the site. There are so many areas for guests to explore and enjoy - many of our guests raved to us about the beautiful, serene venue. The river provides such a soothing backdrop and the whole site feels very private and secluded. We really loved that our guests could book overnight camping, and we also opted for the breakfast burrito option on Sunday morning, which was a big hit and a really delicious, bountiful spread. Laura, who was our primary point of contact, is a dream to work with - just genuinely one of the nicest people I've ever come across, and so accommodating and responsive (which is exactly what you hope for when you're planning a wedding). Our wedding was very DIY and decor-forward, and Laura was so great about scheduling site visits with us so we could plan and take measurements. I could go on and on, but basically: EarthTrek is incredible and I highly recommend working with them at their beautiful venue.

I go on an annual rafting trip with friends and ALWAYS go to Earthtrek. The campgrounds are more…read more"glamping" than "camping", but you are still outdoors, by the water enjoying an opportunity to bond with nature. Jerry and his family run this operation with love and kindness. His meals are always amazing, including vegetarian stuff! I miss that he doesn't schedule rafting directly but he has a great agreement with Oars and always steps in the ensure our trip is dreamy. So grateful for this little part of paradise that he allows us to visit and enjoy.

Had a pretty good time here with my mom. Was able to go the museum there. The museum was pretty…read morenice. There are some trails there as well. There are signs that are by the structures that has information. It's a pretty outing if you're looking for something to do for the day.

This is a great little state park with lots of things to explore. It's the home of Sutter's Mill…read morewhere gold was first discovered, and it's really close to the American River. There are lots of little trails and structures to explore. We hiked up to the John Marshall monument, not too far from the base. We didn't get a chance to see the museum but I'd love to come back again sometime. Definitely worth the $10 state park parking fee.

Daniella was an amazing guide ask for her!! Extremely knowledgeable and safe!! Thanks for the great…read moreday!!

I decided I wanted to take the kids I nanny (11 & 13) to do something fun and unique and thought…read morewhy not finally cross off whitewater rafting from my bucket list?! We were gifted a beautiful day on the river with multiple sightings of wildlife including fish jumping, ducklings, geese, and even a bald eagle! The best part was getting to see the kids do something, get scared, have a blast doing it, and then ask to come back for more intensity next time. I really appreciated the guides for their hospitality, humor, and kindness. However my main piece of feedback would be a friendly reminder that nature and outdoor recreational activities are a form of escape and respite from our every day life, so being more mindful of the topics of conversation brought up during the ride is very important to the atmosphere.