Fashoda Campground

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost: Fee charged
Managed by: USFS
Type: Campground
Hours: Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 1:00 p.m.
Reservations: recreation.gov
Nearest dump station: French Meadows Rv Dump Station · 17.9 mi
Nearest water fill: Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 34.0 mi
Coordinates: 38.8680, -120.3976
Last verified: September 18, 2026

38.8680° N · 120.3976° W

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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Fashoda Campground, located on a peninsula of the eastern side of Union Valley Reservoir, is an incredibly scenic place to camp. The lake area is a hub for activities like swimming, sailing, boating and fishing. Hiking and biking are also quite popular, and many campers make use of the Union Valley Bike Trail.
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Is Fashoda Campground free?

No. Fashoda Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to Fashoda Campground?

23 miles east of Placerville and 15 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3).

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