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Ahart Campground

Ahart
Ahart

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
River Access

About Ahart Campground

Ahart Campground is located on the tree covered banks of the North Fork of the American River near French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 miles from the town of Foresthill, high in the Sierra mountains. Visitors enjoy the area for the rugged mountain beauty, fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 6

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Currently open - May 14 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
3, Loop: A
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
4, Loop: A
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
5, Loop: B
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
6, Loop: B
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
7, Loop: B
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
8, Loop: A
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (39)

What Guests Are Saying

Ahart Campground is a serene retreat ideal for those seeking a rustic camping experience away from crowds, featuring spacious, well-maintained sites near a calming stream. While amenities are limited—no water source, showers, or electricity—each site includes essential features like picnic tables and bear boxes. The campground's natural beauty, clean facilities, and opportunity for stargazing make it a perfect choice for nature lovers, though visitors should prepare for self-sufficiency and potential noise from nearby campers.

Review Summary

4.2
39 reviews
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38.5%
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4
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Cynthia F

Verified

July 9, 2023 Stayed at: 3, Loop: A

4

Beautiful location! The, ahem, epic drive was worth it — and I took the long way recommended for low clearance vehicles. Given how much that way got my heart rate up, I’m surprised google maps continues to direct folks onto the next level dirt forest road. My site hadn’t been maintained in awhile, but the view of the water and the beautiful old pines more than made up for it. Would return!!

Sharon D

Verified

August 21, 2022 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

4

The only negative is the time to get there- 2 hrs driving on mountain roads. The campground is very pretty and quiet and worth the drive if you plan to stay a few days. Good level sites, vault toilets. Bring your water. The bumpy road described in other reviews was not my experience.

Sharon D

Verified

August 21, 2022 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

4

The only negative is the time to get there- 2 hrs driving on mountain roads. The campground is very pretty and quiet and worth the drive if you plan to stay a few days. Good level sites, vault toilets. Bring your water. The bumpy road described in other reviews was not my experience.

Sharon D

Verified

August 21, 2022 Stayed at: 4, Loop: A

4

The only negative is the time to get there- 2 hrs driving on mountain roads. The campground is very pretty and quiet and worth the drive if you plan to stay a few days. Good level sites, vault toilets. Bring your water. The bumpy road described in other reviews was not my experience.

Chris W

Verified

July 7, 2022 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

5

Nice camp area. Sites on river side have lots of room.
Short section of gravel road after the tail end of the lake.

Chris W

Verified

July 7, 2022 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

5

Nice camp area. Sites on river side have lots of room.
Short section of gravel road after the tail end of the lake.

Chris W

Verified

July 7, 2022 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

5

Nice camp area. Sites on river side have lots of room.
Short section of gravel road after the tail end of the lake.

Eric S

Verified

October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

4

Great little campground. After walking around it most of the spots were quite flat and had a good amount of room. You could probably fit 2 tents on most of the sites. The river is just a short walk away but as was my case, it might be barely a trickle later in the summer dependent on the prior winter. The lake is super close too. Over all I would recommend Ahart.

Eric S

Verified

October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

4

Great little campground. After walking around it most of the spots were quite flat and had a good amount of room. You could probably fit 2 tents on most of the sites. The river is just a short walk away but as was my case, it might be barely a trickle later in the summer dependent on the prior winter. The lake is super close too. Over all I would recommend Ahart.

Eric S

Verified

October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 7, Loop: B

4

Great little campground. After walking around it most of the spots were quite flat and had a good amount of room. You could probably fit 2 tents on most of the sites. The river is just a short walk away but as was my case, it might be barely a trickle later in the summer dependent on the prior winter. The lake is super close too. Over all I would recommend Ahart.

Location Ahart Campground

Address:
22830 Foresthill Road
Foresthill, CA, 95631
United States

Highway access

The nearest major road access is via Foresthill Rd, which connects to Mosquito Ridge Rd. There are no interstates or major highways within approximately 25 miles.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.146 / -120.408

Elevation: 1625 feet

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Vehicles & parking

  • Large RVs may not navigate the campground roads; check vehicle size before arrival.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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