U.S. Forest Service · Eldorado National Forest · CA

Wolf Creek California

WOLF CREEK CALIFORNIAPhoto · U.S. Forest Service
OpenSeason 06-01 – 09-30
ReservableAccess
44Sites
50 ftMax rig

The place

Wolf Creek Campground is a modern facility on the north shore of Union Valley Reservoir. The reservoir offers plenty of opportunities for water activities like sailing, boating, swimming and fishing. Bring a bike to explore the neighboring bike trail. Eldorado National Forest includes the famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Remnants of the days of the California Gold Rush are all around the region. Recreation The paved Union Valley Bike Trail spans 4.8 miles with an easy climb of 300 feet. The trail connects campgrounds on the east side of the lake, starting from Wench Creek on down to Jones Fork Campground. Keep reading

Interpretive signs along the trail tell the story of the use and development of water resources in Union Valley. This trail can be used by both hikers and bikers. Anglers seek rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout or kokanee salmon. The reservoir also offers opportunities for swimming, water skiing and boating. The nearest boat ramp is at Yellowjacket Campground. Facilities Sites in this two-loop campground come with picnic tables, campfire rings and bear-proof food storage lockers. Most of the family sites will accommodate up to five small tents (1-2 person) or two medium-sized family tents (4-6 people). Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Single, double and group campsites for up to 25 or 50 guests are all reservable. Some sites are tent-only. A host is on-site, and firewood may be available for a fee ( more campground details ). Natural Features At an elevation of 4,900 feet, Wolf Creek sits in the Crystal Basin of the Sierra Nevadas. This is an area known for granite peaks, alpine lakes and pine forest. The climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters. An abundance of wildlife can be found within the Sierra Nevada Range, including black bears, mule deer, bobcat, gray fox, bighorn sheep, pikas, martens and a variety of squirrels. Several species of reptiles, amphibians and birds also inhabit the area. Nearby Attractions The Desolation Wilderness is nearby, offering the opportunity to get away from the crowds and enjoy the serenity of nature. Charges & Cancellations Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation. Cut-Off Window: The latest date and/or time that you can make an advanced reservation or a change to an existing reservation. Cut-off windows can vary by location, but are typically 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below). Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld. Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

The sites · 44

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
CALI001standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI002standard nonelectric45 ftyes
CALI003standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI004standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI005standard nonelectric50 ft
CALI006standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI007standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI008standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI009standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI010standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI011standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI012standard nonelectric45 ftyes
CALI013standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI014standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI015standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI016standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI017standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI018standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI019standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI020standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI021standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI022standard nonelectric45 ftyes
CALI023standard nonelectric25 ft
CALI024standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI025standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI026standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI027standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI028standard nonelectric45 ft
CALI029standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI030standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI031standard nonelectric20 ft
CALI032standard nonelectric25 ftyes
CALI034standard nonelectric25 ftyes
CALI035tent only nonelectricyes
CALI037standard nonelectric20 ftyes
CALI039standard nonelectric45 ftyes
CALI040standard nonelectric40 ftyes
GRPG1group tent only area nonelectric24 ft
GRPG2group standard nonelectric50 ft
GRPG3group standard nonelectric50 ft
WOLF033standard nonelectric25 ft
WOLF036standard nonelectric40 ft
WOLF038standard nonelectric40 ft
WOLF041standard nonelectric40 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Fees

Recreation Fee: Recreation fees are the fees a visitor pays for things like overnight camping, a day-use pavilion, group facilities, a tour or a permit. Recreation fees vary by location and/or activity. Reservation Fee: A fee may be charged at the time a reservation is made to cover the cost of reservation services. This fee is in addition to the Recreation Fee and is non-refundable. Fees for camping, day use, group sites, cabins and lookouts$8 if made on-line
$9 if made through the call center
$3 if made in-person.

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