Ponderosa Cove Group Campground
Closed — Closed for essential road repaving starting September 1, 2025. Reopening date has not been announced. Typically operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend when open.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 10 at 10:34AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Wind gusts as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the this evenings commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through this afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft tonight-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft Sunday. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inch per hour, with the heaviest snowfall Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
About
Ponderosa Cove Group Campground is located in the Stumpy Meadows area of Eldorado National Forest, positioned near scenic Stumpy Meadows Reservoir. The campground sits in a conifer forest setting, providing shaded group camping sites for up to 75 people, with 5 standard campsites and 10 walk-to tent sites. The location offers easy access to the reservoir for fishing and non-motorized or low-speed boating, as water-skiing is not allowed and speeds are limited to 5 mph. The campground provides a peaceful destination for bird watching and nature viewing, surrounded by the Sierra Nevada forest. Located 17 miles east of Georgetown on Wentworth Springs Road, the campground sits east of the dam on the north side of the road. The area features typical Sierra Nevada flora and fauna, making it an attractive spot for groups seeking a natural setting with convenient water access.
Directions
From Georgetown, travel 17 miles east on Wentworth Springs Road. The campground is located east of the Stumpy Meadows Dam on the north side of the road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $105 - $175 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (800) 342-2267 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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