West Point Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Typically opens Memorial Day weekend and operates through late September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Barrett Lake 4 X 4 Trail Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Barrett Lake Jeep trail closed to motor vehicle use in the winter.
Trash service ending for the winter in Crystal Basin on Oct. 20, 2025
Trash service within the Crystal Basin area is ending on Oct. 20, 2025, for the winter season. Please pack-out all trash with you when visiting.
Camping Occupancy Restrictions
Camping and Occupancy Restrictions for Desolation Wilderness, Mokelumne Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail that runs through the Eldorado National Forest boundary.
Desolation Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage Restriction
Possessing or storing any food in Desolation Wilderness unless it is in a bear proof container.
Loon Lake Campground and Trailhead are Closed for Reconstruction
The Loon Lake Campground and Trailhead is closed this season for reconstruction. The boatramp is open for day use only though Labor Day weekend and then it will close for construction. The water system will not be operational during this time.
Deer Valley Trail (19E01) & Meadow Lake Road (09N01)
Motor vehicle use restricted in these areas during snowmelt. See Forest Order Exhibit A for area map.
Horse Canyon Trail (17E21) Closure
This order prohibits use of a motorcycle or motor-driven bicycle on this trail.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions - Desolation Wilderness Area
Prohibited acts within Desolation Wilderness.
Travel Management Designation
Routes designated in Travel Management Subpart B are included as part of the current road system.
About
West Point Campground is situated on the northwest shore of Union Valley Reservoir in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area of Eldorado National Forest. At 4,875 feet elevation, the campground offers 22 sites that accommodate single to triple occupancy, with each site featuring a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. The reservoir is a popular destination for boating, fishing, swimming, and waterskiing, with a boat ramp and boarding dock located adjacent to the campground. The surrounding area provides abundant recreational opportunities including the paved, non-motorized Union Valley Bike Trail and access to the nearby Desolation Wilderness for day hiking and overnight backpacking. Bear boxes are provided at each site as the area is active bear habitat. A campground host is typically on-site during the operating season, and garbage disposal services are available. Access to West Point Campground requires traveling 15 miles from Highway 50, following Ice House Road, Peavine Ridge Road, and Bryant Springs Road. The remote location offers a peaceful setting surrounded by conifer forest with stunning views of Union Valley Reservoir and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Directions
From Highway 50 (23 miles east of Placerville), turn north on Ice House Road and travel 7 miles. Turn left on Peavine Ridge Road for 3 miles, then right on Bryant Springs Road. Continue 5 miles north across the dam, past the West Point Boat Ramp on the right to reach the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $36 - $145 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| info@royalelkparkmanagement.com | |
| Phone | +1 (831) 245-6891 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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