Bear River Group Campground is located 1 mile from the south shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest. The campground is 4 miles south of Highway 88 on Bear River Road. Lower Bear River Reservoir is popular for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Nearby trails lead to the upper Bear River Reservoir and beyond into Long Valley.
Bear River Group Campground has 4 sites - Kokanee, Junco, Chipmunk, and Smokey. Kokanee can accommodate up to 50 people while the other three can hold up to 25 people. All the campsites at Bear River Group Campground are moderately accessible.
| Bear River Group Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Bear River Group Campground Location: | South shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir, 4 miles off Hwy. 88 |
| Elevation: | 6,000 feet |
| Miles from gateway city: | Sacramento - 89 miles |
| Campground Open: | Mid-June through September |
| Number of Sites: | 4 |
| Max. People per Site: | Three sites 25 and one site 50 |
| Vehicles per Site: | not indicated |
| Maximum Length of Stay: | 14 days |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Sierra Recreation Managers, for the Eldorado National Forest |
| Amador Ranger District: | (209) 259-3774 |
| Bear River Group Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | Reservations are available whenever the campground is open. |
| Booking Window: | from 4 days up to 12 months in advance of arrival |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | 35 feet |
| Accessible Sites: | all sites "moderately accessible" |
| Fees: | $115 per night Kokanee $145 per night |
| Reservations: | Bear River Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Bear River Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic tables, serving tables, wash stand, stoves, fire ring, food storage locker |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | Available at Bear River Lake Resort (fee) |
| Dump Station: | Available at Bear River Lake Resort (fee) |
| Campground Map: | Bear Group Campground Map |
| Attractions near Bear River Group Campground: |
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Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the reservation site when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Visitors to the Bear River Group Campground in the Eldorado National Forest on Carson Pass find many wonderful places to explore.
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