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312 reviews
French Meadows campground offers a beautiful and serene location with easy access to a stunning lake, clean facilities, and well-maintained campsites. Recent renovations have enhanced the experience, and the friendly camp hosts provide excellent service. While there is no cell service and limited direct access to the water, visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere and spacious sites, making it a great getaway from city life.
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December 19, 2019
Want a no cell service destination? This is the spot. Hard to swim or fish off shore you have to hunt for swim and fishing spots. But find one and your most likely to be only ones there. Very quiet, gorgeous in morning and at night. Site is small so not too many trailers can fit. So you only have the real campers out there! Great escape from noise and city/suburban life. We will be back for sure!
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December 19, 2019
Want a no cell service destination? This is the spot. Hard to swim or fish off shore you have to hunt for swim and fishing spots. But find one and your most likely to be only ones there. Very quiet, gorgeous in morning and at night. Site is small so not too many trailers can fit. So you only have the real campers out there! Great escape from noise and city/suburban life. We will be back for sure!
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December 21, 2019 Stayed at: 041, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Beautiful reservoir. Nice campground. We had a bear visit us in the night but only tipped over a heavy concrete garbage can. The host was right on it scaring him away. I will definitely be gong back. Long windy but beautiful drive.
Don't miss out on Hell Hole reservoir a few miles away. No access unless you have a boat. Another beautiful reservoir.
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December 21, 2019 Stayed at: 041, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Beautiful reservoir. Nice campground. We had a bear visit us in the night but only tipped over a heavy concrete garbage can. The host was right on it scaring him away. I will definitely be gong back. Long windy but beautiful drive.
Don't miss out on Hell Hole reservoir a few miles away. No access unless you have a boat. Another beautiful reservoir.
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
We reserved 2 campsites at French Meadows on labor day weekend and had a group of about 10. The campsites are large and spread out. The lake is nice, if a little rocky on the shore. We brought the dogs, swam, hiked around and went stargazing.
The only thing to be aware of is that the road in is very windy and it takes about an hour and a half to drive the 40 mi from Forest Hill. Also we had no cell service (TMobile) which was perfect to get away and disconnect.
Overall we will be back for sure.
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 049, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Very nice campsite close the the water too was nice only problem is a lot of bees but that’s normal in the wild
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 039, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Our plot backed right into the lake and felt super secluded. It was a quick 4 minute walk down hill to get down to the water! Both the sunrise and the sunset were amazing. The water was also the perfect temperature to swim when we went in August. Great place to just hang out by the lake! Since it is so far off the beaten path, there's relatively little foot traffic by people that aren't staying at the site. My family will definitely come back time and time again. The only downside is that its pretty far from any stores so make sure to bring ALL your wood and food with you! Other than that, this place is a dream.
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
We reserved 2 campsites at French Meadows on labor day weekend and had a group of about 10. The campsites are large and spread out. The lake is nice, if a little rocky on the shore. We brought the dogs, swam, hiked around and went stargazing.
The only thing to be aware of is that the road in is very windy and it takes about an hour and a half to drive the 40 mi from Forest Hill. Also we had no cell service (TMobile) which was perfect to get away and disconnect.
Overall we will be back for sure.
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 049, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Very nice campsite close the the water too was nice only problem is a lot of bees but that’s normal in the wild
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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 039, Loop: AREA FRENCH MEADOWS
Our plot backed right into the lake and felt super secluded. It was a quick 4 minute walk down hill to get down to the water! Both the sunrise and the sunset were amazing. The water was also the perfect temperature to swim when we went in August. Great place to just hang out by the lake! Since it is so far off the beaten path, there's relatively little foot traffic by people that aren't staying at the site. My family will definitely come back time and time again. The only downside is that its pretty far from any stores so make sure to bring ALL your wood and food with you! Other than that, this place is a dream.
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American River Ranger District, Foresthill, CA 95631 United States
Elevation: 1,619 ft
High clearance vehicles may take Foresthill Rd to the 43 Rd (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd, snow permitting. Access from Soda Springs and the 43 Rd is not recommoned to trucks with trailers, motorhomes/RV's or passenger vehicles that are...
High clearance vehicles may take Foresthill Rd to the 43 Rd (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd, snow permitting. Access from Soda Springs and the 43 Rd is not recommoned to trucks with trailers, motorhomes/RV's or passenger vehicles that are not high clearance vehicle with four wheel drive.
The campground is on the south shore.
The nearest major road access is via Foresthill Rd and Mosquito Ridge Rd, but there are no interstates or major highways within 25 miles of the campground.
Last updated: October 23, 2026
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Population: 1,483
Nearby city: Reno, NV
Approx. 43 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 3,228 ft
Foresthill, CA
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