Bear River Lake Resort Campground

Bear River Lake Resort is situated on the north shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest. The resort is about 3 miles south of Highway 88 via Bear River Road. The Bear River Lake Resort campground has 152 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. The campground offers partial hook-ups (15amp) and many other amenities ranging from showers to a laundromat.

Lower Bear River Reservoir is popular for boating, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking, and even water skiing. Nearby trails lead hikers to the upper Bear River Reservoir and beyond into Long Valley.

The popularity of the resort makes reservations highly recommended. A 2-night minimum stay is required on weekends and 3 nights on holiday weekends. The resort also as a Group Campsite.

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Campground Basics
Location:	North shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir, 3 miles south of Hwy. 88 on Bear River Rd.
Elevation:	5,900 feet
Miles from gateway city:	Sacramento - 87 miles
Campground Open:	May through October
Number of Sites:	152
Max. People per Site:	4 (including children) Additional people $5 per day
Vehicles per Site:	2 (fee for extra vehicle)
Pets:	$5 per night On leash, always attended; not allowed in lodging area No pitbull breeds
Bear River Lake Resort:	(209) 295-4868

Reservations
Reservations available	Reservations are available for Bear River Resort Campground.
Maximum Length RV/Trailer	35 feet
Accessible Sites:	some accessible sites
Fees:	Standard site $33 X-large site $49.50
Reservations:	(209) 295-4868
Campground Map:	Bear River Lake Resort Campground Map
Check-in, check-out:	2:00 PM, 1:00 PM

Bear River Lake Resort Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, fire ring with grills, water and power hook-ups
Campground:	Restrooms with flush toilets, ice machine, laundromat, playground
Showers:	Yes (coin operated)
Dump Station:	Yes (fee)
Resort Facilities:	Marina, launch ramp, boat rentals, restaurant, bar, video arcade, store
Nearby attractions:	Lower Bear River Reservoir, fishing, boating, horseback riding, OHV, Bear River Lake Resort for boat rentals, restaurant, and bar; Salt Springs Reservoir, Silver Lake, Caples Lake, Kirkwood Shop Amazon: Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Bear River Lake Resort Group Campsite

The group campsite at Bear River Lake Resort can accommodate up to 60 people.
Fee: $225 per night

General Camping Information

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.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.

Bear River Lake Resort Campground

Eldorado National Forest Attractions

Visitors to the Bear River Group Campground in the Eldorado National Forest on Carson Pass find many wonderful places to explore.

Launch your boat into Bear River Reservoir.
Fish and boat on Silver Lake and Caples Lake.
Visit Kirkwood for both winter and summer activities from skiing to mountain biking.
Enjoy a meal at Kit Carson Lodge or Caples Lake Resort.
Discover the beauty of Hope Valley and visit Desolation Hotel for lodging, meals, and activities. (Formerly Sorensen's)
Drive out to Blue Lakes for fishing, hiking, and horse back riding.
Hike into the Mokelumne Wilderness.
Take in the scenery of waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and rushing mountain streams.
Mountain bike along a network of logging roads.
Spend a day at Indian Griding Rock State Historic Park.

Bear River Lake Resort Campground
Lower Bear River Reservoir

Bear River Lake Resort Campground
Lower Bear River Reservoir