Sugar Pine Point Campground
The campground typically opens in June and closes in September. Currently closed for winter; exact 2026 opening date depends on snow conditions. First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations.
National Forest System Roads
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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
Sugar Pine Point Campground sits on the north shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Amador Ranger District of Eldorado National Forest. This small, primitive campground offers 8 tent sites, including two double sites, all available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites are equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, while vault toilets serve the campground. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. At 6,000 feet elevation, the campground provides direct access to the reservoir for fishing (rainbow and brown trout, kokanee salmon) and non-motorized boating. Bears are active in the area, so proper food storage is essential. The campground typically operates from June through September, depending on snow conditions. Showers are available for a fee at nearby Bear River Resort.
Directions
40 miles east of Jackson, 2.5 miles south of Highway 88 via Bear River Road, then 3 miles east on Forest Road 8N20.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| 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) 259-3774 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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