Connectivity
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Campground
Middle Meadows
Eldorado National Forest, California
About this campground
Middle Meadows is located adjacent to Long Canyon Creek for fishing and wading.
Middle Meadows is located along the South Fork of Long Canyon Creek with a heavily wooded surrounding.
Potable water is available from faucets at Big Meadows Campground, which is located 2.5 miles northeast of Middle Meadows Group Campground.
Map
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- Latitude
- 39.051111° N
- Longitude
- 120.466111° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Drive-in
- Walk-inCommunity report
Site types
- Tent sites
- RV / trailer sites
- Group sites
- Standard campsites
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Picnic table
- Trash serviceVerify whether the assigned site is pack-in/pack-out
- ADA access
- Fires
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Paved roads
- Paved parking
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
Overview
Middle Meadows Campground offers a quiet place to camp, far from the hustle and bustle of city life. The campground is isolated from other campgrounds and offers a variety of recreational activities in its vicinity. Its scenic location also provides for beautiful sightseeing, birding and wildlife viewing.
Facilities
The campground offers two group campsites. The sites can accommodate up to 25 and 50 guests respectively. Each site is equipped with tables, campfire circles and grills. Vault and portable toilets are provided. Bear proof food containers and garbage receptacles are provided at each camp site. Currently, potable water is not available due to contamination problems. Please bring drinking water, containers or water filters. Potable water is available from faucets at Big Meadows Campground, which is located 2.5 miles northeast of Middle Meadows Group Campground.
Recreation
Campers at Middle Meadows enjoy a forested setting and close access to a flowing creek, making it an ideal spot for family trips.
Hell Hole Reservoir, located less than 5 miles from the campground, offers a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, including boating and fishing. There is a swimming hole that is located just west of Middle Meadows Group Campground about 0.25 miles.
Natural Features
Middle Meadows is located along the South Fork of Long Canyon Creek with a heavily wooded surrounding. Forests include large cedar, pine and fir trees and shrubs. Although the campground has a primitive, undiscovered feel to it, the serene mountain landscape is well worth the long drive from civilization.
Nearby Attractions
Middle Meadows is located adjacent to Long Canyon Creek for fishing and wading. Hell Hole Reservoir is a short drive north. A boat ramp is available at the reservoir.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Swimming SiteSwimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Water SportsWater Skiing
- Fishing
- Camping
- Boating
Amenities and facility features
- Vault or pit toilets
- No potable waterThe official facility record directs campers to carry water
- Picnic tables
- Trash serviceVerify whether the assigned site is pack-in/pack-out
- Pets allowedFollow the exact facility restrictions
- Accessible Vault Toilets
- Campfire Circles
- Grills
- Group Cooking Facilities
- Portable Toilets
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Group Standard Non-Electric
2 sites- Reservation type
- Site-Specific
- Equipment
- Car, RV, Tent, Trailer
- Maximum people
- 50
- Maximum vehicles
- 15
- Maximum vehicle length
- 25 ft
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 1:00 PM
- Accessible sites
- None flagged in site inventory
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Reservation cutoff
- 4 days before arrival
- Maximum published occupancy
- 50 people per site
- Maximum published vehicles
- 15 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 1:00 PM
- Food storage
- Middle Meadows's official facility record states: Bear proof food containers and garbage receptacles are provided at each camp site.
- Fire and stove use
- Middle Meadows's official facility record states: Each site is equipped with tables, campfire circles and grills.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Forest Service recreation sites when restrained, crated or caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Posted site restrictions still apply.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Oct 12, 2026
- Next release
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 AM PST
- Next book-through date
- May 27, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Oct 11, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonMay 21, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 21, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 21, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 21, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Non-Peak SeasonSep 8, 2026 – Oct 12, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Non-Peak SeasonSep 8, 2026 – Oct 12, 2026 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 27, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 27, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 27, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 27, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Non-Peak SeasonSep 7, 2027 – Oct 11, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Non-Peak SeasonSep 7, 2027 – Oct 11, 2027 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 25, 2028 – Sep 5, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 25, 2028 – Sep 5, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 25, 2028 – Sep 5, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 25, 2028 – Sep 5, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonSep 6, 2028 – Oct 16, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonSep 6, 2028 – Oct 16, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonSep 6, 2028 – Oct 16, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $12.50 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonSep 6, 2028 – Oct 16, 2028 | Group Standard Non-Electric | $25 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers
- Campfires may not be allowed during fire restrictions
- Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
Getting there & contact
Official directions
From Sacramento, California, take Interstate 80 east to Auburn. Take the Elm Street exit and turn left at the stoplight. Follow Highway 49 down the canyon, across the American River, to Cool. Turn onto Highway 193 towards Georgetown. Turn left at the stop sign, then continue 22 miles to 11 Pines Road. Make a left and stay on this road (Forest Highway 2) for about 25 miles to the campground.
Facility contact
530-333-4312