Riverside campground offers a peaceful camping experience close to Bartlett Lake, with fire rings, grills and picnic tables ideal for a family get-together. Fishermen enjoy the spot year-round due to the river's proximity to the dam, while visitors can look out for leaping fish. This campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Riverside campground offers more peace and tranquility than the busier recreation sites at Bartlett Lake. With the campground’s proximity to water, fisherman and avid water recreationalists enjoy this spot all year long. There are designated grills, fire rings and picnic tables where families can enjoy the day together along the river not far from the dam. Keep a look out for fish jumping along the river! Review At-A-Glance below for more details about this site.
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.
If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
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