Yellowjacket
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates June through September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance.
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
Yellowjacket Campground provides access to Union Valley Reservoir in the Crystal Basin area of Eldorado National Forest. Located at 4,900 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the campground is surrounded by cedar and ponderosa pine forest. The 37-site campground includes single and double sites, with one RV site available. The reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. Anglers seek rainbow, brown, and mackinaw trout or kokanee salmon. A boat ramp and boat trailer parking are provided at the campground. The Union Valley Bike Trail spans 4.8 miles with an easy 300-foot climb, connecting campgrounds on the east side of the lake from Jones Fork to Wench Creek. The nearby Bassi Falls Hiking Trail is also popular with visitors. The Desolation Wilderness is nearby for those seeking backcountry experiences. The area is part of the historic gold mining territory from the 1800s, with protected remnants of the California Gold Rush scattered throughout the region. Wildlife is abundant, including black bears, mule deer, bobcat, gray fox, bighorn sheep, pikas, martens, and various squirrel species. The climate features warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.
Directions
From Placerville, take Highway 50 east for 21 miles to Icehouse Road. Turn left on Icehouse Road and drive 14 miles north to the Yellowjacket turnoff. Drive a half mile to the campground entrance.
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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 | $72 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| info@royalelkparkmanagement.com | |
| Phone | +1 (530) 293-0827 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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