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Tahoe National Forest · USDA Forest Service · Foresthill, CA
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About French Meadows
- 61 campsites
- $24 per night
- Recreation.gov rating 4.3/5 from 183 reviews
- Equipment: Tent, RV, Trailer, Fifth Wheel
- Activities: Hiking, Fishing, Camping, Boating, Biking, Swimming, Photography, Paddling, Canoeing, Auto Touring
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.The campground sits on the southern shore of French Meadows Reservoir, in a pine/fir forest. Summer days can be hot, but evenings are usually cool.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 nea…
Description excerpt from Recreation.gov.
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