Cons: Called day before telling them that we arrived earlier than 3pm check in time since one of…read moreour group is already at platform5. Reception said thats not a problem she will put a note. We arrive at 2:10pm at 100F. we have gate code entered and parked to go to reception to check-in. The yound lady at the front deak will NOT check us in and told us check in is at 3pm. Told her im fully aware thats why we called day prior to advice and allowed and told her we have our friends already inside with same reservation. But still she said NO, you can go to your friends but still have to go back at front desk at 3:00pm to check in We drove the oneway narrow path to the platforms.. and saw Platform6 already available... then one our friends at a tent site was allowed to check in at 2pm.. I called reception and different lady answered, we asked if we still have to DRIVE BACK at front desk to check in, since we are already at our platform. she was surprised why we where not accomodated, but did not appologize for the inconvience, and told us you can walk to front office if u dont want to drive 100F. Just to put a check on our name and give a car tag. whicn they could have done earlier !!!!!

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.

We camped for the holiday weekend two years in a row 2020 & 2022…read more And let me tell you! It didn't disappoint! Wow amazing staff , amazing camping spots. I hate dry no trees camping spots . This place was green ! In the summer!! Green! Tall trees and nice decent camping spots! All my friends had fun! We did tubbing and kids played in water on the shore/ shallow area. We bbq on the edge on the river . It was a very memorable Fourth of July weekend to remember!! Can't wait to go back! They have hot showers and restrooms!! They do have bugs . No biggie lol Did I mention. They have RV spots , tent spots , and small cabins! Love it!!! Plus I love walking up to their berry muffins fresh and toasty! Their berries are grown there ! They have a small store at the reception area that I find so useful!! To the owner! Thanks for the memories! We will be back soon!

My husband and I truly enjoyed this camp. The Yurt we stayed in was sparkling clean and the bed was…read morevery comfortable. The bathrooms were also very clean and we had everything we needed for an unforgettable weekend. The staff was super friendly, courteous, and helpful. Delicious coffee and freshly baked muffins were the highlight of our early mornings. We feel very fortunate to have found such lovely place to stay.

Had an amazing time with my fellow nurses and family. Will be back for sure! Thank you much Coloma…read moreCottages!

We had a wonderful stay at Coloma Cottages by the river. The cottages are clean, cozy, and…read morewell-equipped, with the option to rent a cottage or pitch a tent depending on your preference. The property is peaceful and less crowded than nearby campgrounds, making it ideal for relaxing by the river. It's also within walking distance of the charming town of Coloma, and we would definitely return for another getaway.

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.

What a fun family adventure! Sam (our guide), was very dynamic in interactions during the trip. She…read morewas great at breaking the ice- fun facts! We appreciated the enthusiasm! So much fun going down the American River.

To be honest, they had me at "teachers raft free"! Cherry on top of a great summer break adventure…read more We were camping down the road at Hipcamp. (Highly recommend) and did the half day trip. We all loved it. Our guide was fantastic, navigated like a pro. The lunch at the end was nice, but just a cold beer would have been better! Highly recommend this outfit.

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.

1/5/2019: I wrote several reviews for James Marshall Monument and Coloma State Park; however, all…read moremy reviews mysteriously disappeared! Yah~YELP! Where ARE my reviews, eh? THEREFORE, I searched ALL the YELP! photos I posted: I found a few photos dated 1/5/2019 as PROOF I did write my reviews for both locations. Disappointingly, ALL my photos AND reviews for James Marshall's Monument and Coloma State Park event MYSTERIOUSLY DISAPPEARED AFTER 2019! UNHAPPY! Anyway, in June 2022, I attended a Military Funeral I personally arranged at James Marshall's Monument for my deceased Army friend who passed away plus, instrumentally preventing his family from spending an egregious, heinous sum for funeral expenses, i.e., I contacted the Coloma State Park's Head Supervisor Ranger on my friend's family's behalf. Blessed, the Head Park Ranger Supervisor contacted my friend's family a couple days later who only had to pay $75.00 for reserving James Marshall's Monument location for my friend's Military funeral! The location presided a PRIVATE, dignified, Military funeral which involved the US Army Color Guards who fired off a 21-Gun Salute for my deceased Army friend, ample parking provided for all attending the Military Funeral, conveniently located picnic tables for food/libations setup, and more importantly, an easy, short stroll to James Marshall's Monument where the 21-Gun Salute was presided. My friend's family were so grateful to Coloma State Park's Head Park Ranger Supervisor for allowing presiding a Military funeral which was quite a distance from the Coloma State Park's American River parking lot. Reiterating, reserving the James Marshall's Monument location for my friend's family and all who attended my friend's Military Funeral, it was so PRIVATE, awesome, easy, uncomplicated set up due to the picnic tables for the food and libations were conveniently adjacent to the clean restrooms, and overall, a gorgeous, tranquil, serene, appropriate location presiding a somber, dignified, Military funeral. Finally, presiding a Military Funeral at James Marshall's Monument for my friend's family will always be remembered and revered. Best of all, all who attended my friend's Military funeral have ALL returned exploring James Marshall's Monument--again, James Marshall's log cabin, checking the construction updates for both St. John's Catholic Church and Emmanuel Church, Sutter's Mill, gold panning the American River, sent snail mail from the Coloma Post Office, ate at my friend, Noah's Argonaut Cafe, and hiked all the trails, too! BTW: Since I'm 100% Service-Connected Vietnam Veteran possessing a Veteran's Distinguished Park Pass, reserving James Marshall's Monument would be NO FEE for me! FYI: Resource Building For PHYSICALLY Applying For A Veteran's Distinguished Park Pass Resource Building 1416 9th Street Sacramento CA 95814 (916) 657-4380 https://www.mapquest.com/us/california/resources-building-375367030 www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30958​ Contact CA Park Pass Sales Office: (800) 777-0369 ext. 2 Send email: parkpassinfo@parks.ca.gov

Awesome historical stop. This cute 1800s old town brings the California Gold Rush era to life with…read moreover 20 historic mining buildings. You can still see a schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, a cafe, event venue (Gold Trail Grange), museum and a charming little post office that is actually still functional. It's a great spot for all, kids enjoy the fun gold-panning activities, adults interest to learn the Gold Rush history, walking trail, picnic and hanging out by the river. We also walked around the Mt. Murphy Road Bridge, this bridge offers great views of the South Fork American River and the white-water rafting, please watch out for cars, the bridge is narrow! Highly recommend stopping by this place.

Took my son rafting for his 14th birthday and what a great choice it was! All the guides were great…read morebut we got River! She was phenomenal and funny, fit right in with my family lol. She guided the boat amazing and handled all the sibling banter with one command to row lol. He knowledgeable of the river and all the trees and wildlife was pretty awesome too, we definitely felt safe but she allowed us to be fun-scared too. A huge thing I am thankful for is River also requested that we leave the phones behind and I am so grateful for that! I know some of the other guides allowed it but getting away from their phones and just enjoying the outside was exactly what I had hoped for. Thank you River and all the guides. We will be back!

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.