Mary Smith Campground

About: Mary Smith campground is located off of County Road 105, two miles north of the town of Lewiston. This campground offers excellent fishing and tent camping. Mary Smith was picked as one of California’s prettiest lake campgrounds. Except for a large cluster of sites at campground entrance (sites 2-9), all campsites are walk-in and … Read more

Porcupine Flat Campground (Yosemite National Park)

Location: On the Tioga Road (Highway 120), about one hour and fifteen minutes north of Yosemite Valley Elevation: 8,100 ft (2,500 m) Open: July through October 15 (approximately) Reservations: No Cost: $10/night for each campsite (maximum 6 people per site) Number of sites: 52 RV length: Up to 24 ft (first loop only/limited number of … Read more

Poppy Campground

About: Poppy Campground is located on the north west shore of French Meadows Reservoir in a coniferous forest. Campground is in close proximity to the Granite Chief Wilderness. Campground is accessible by boat or trail only. Fees: $15 (2011) Usage: Light Closest Towns: Foresthill (CA) Restrooms: Vault Toilet (2) Directions: From Foresthill: Travel 36 miles … Read more

Martis Creek Lake

About: Martis Creek Lake, Nestled in the Sierra Nevada near Lake Tahoe, was created upon the completion of Martis Creek Dam in 1972. The lake is normally maintained at minimum pool covering 70 acres. The dam and lake provide flood protection for Reno, NV. The lake, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is … Read more

Ice House Campground

About: Ice House Campground is surrounded by a mixed coniferous forest on the shore of Ice House Reservoir. It is about 12 miles from Riverton, CA at an elevation of 5,500 feet. Popular activities include hiking, biking and fishing. The boat ramp makes this a popular place to enjoy water activities like boating and water … Read more