Peninsula Campground is found on the east side of Folsom Lake between the north and south forks of the American River. Access to the campground is a round-about drive out Highway 49 to Pilot Hill and then 11 miles west on narrow and windy Rattlesnake Bar Road. Motorhomes over 24 feet and trailers over 18 feet are not advised.
When lake levels are high enough for the launch ramp to be in use (above 430 feet) the campground is especially popular with boaters. Visitors to the campground also enjoy hiking and fishing.
Peninsula Campground has 100 campsites. Thirty-four sites are tent-only. The remaining sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents.
| Peninsula Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Peninsula Campground Location: | At the end of Rattlesnake Bar Road, on the peninsula between the North and South Forks of the American River |
| Elevation: | 670 feet |
| Mileage from gateway city: | Sacramento - 39 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 100 |
| Camping Season: | Open April through September |
| Max. People per Site: | 8 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle (fee for additional vehicle) |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended |
| Operated by | California State Parks |
| Information: | (916) 988-0205 |
| Reservations at Peninsula Campground | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available | available whenever campground is open |
| Booking Window: | Reservations taken from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival. |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | Trailers 18 feet RVs 24 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | #74 |
| Fees: | Standard site - $33 per night ($28 off-season) |
| Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: | Folsom Lake SRA - Peninsula Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, check-out Noon |
| Peninsula Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring with grill, no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water |
| Showers: | Yes |
| Dump station: | Yes |
| Attractions near Peninsula Campground: |
Best Bass Fishing Lures |
Beals Point Beach
Peninsula Campground Vicinity at Folsom Lake
Folsom Lake is a popular boating recreation destination for nearby Sacramento residents as well as from around the state. Those who camp at Peninsula Campground enjoy a quieter end of the lake.
Check Folsom Lake State Recreation Area for any campground and recreation area updates.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, purchase firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Reviews from Previous Campers
2024