Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground
The campground operates seasonally from June through September. The potential opening date for 2026 is May 22. First-come, first-served; no advance reservations.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Fire Restrictions are in Effect Forest Wide
Fire Restrictions are in effect forest wide. No campfires except in existing stoves, charcoal grills, or fire rings provided in the Recreation Sites listed in Exhibit A in the Forest Order and actively serviced by a camp host.No charcoal firesCamp stoves, lanterns and propane fire rings are…
About
Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground occupies a peaceful stretch of forest along the Middle Fork Cosumnes River in the Amador Ranger District of Eldorado National Forest. The 19-site campground caters primarily to tent campers, with most sites (1-11, 15-19) designated for tents and a few double sites (13 for trailers/RVs, 14 for tents) available for larger groups or those with small trailers. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, fire rings, and bear boxes for food storage. There is no potable water on site; campers must bring their own supply or filter water from the river. A campground host is present during the operating season to assist visitors. Access is via Highway 88 east of Jackson, then 8 miles north on Forest Road 63 (Cat Creek Road). The area offers fishing and swimming opportunities along the river. Note that horses and pack animals are not permitted, and campfires may be restricted during fire season. Bears are present in the area, so proper food storage is essential.
Directions
32 miles east of Jackson on Highway 88, then 8 miles north on Forest Road 63 (Cat Creek Road).
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $30 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (209) 295-4251 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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