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Tells Creek Equestrian Camp

USFS · Campground · Free

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Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 1:00 p.m.
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
French Meadows Rv Dump Station · 14.4 mi
Nearest water fill
Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 31.6 mi
Coordinates
38.9300, -120.3230
Last verified
September 18, 2026
38.9300° N · 120.3230° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Elevation 6,300'. No Fee. Primitive equestrian camping. Narrow paved access road, internal dirt roads, no water, vault toilet.

From the USFS.

Is Tells Creek Equestrian Camp free?

Yes. Tells Creek Equestrian Camp is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.

How do I get to Tells Creek Equestrian Camp?

From Placerville, about 20 miles east on Highway 50, and turn left on Ice House Road. Travel north about 20 miles to Robbs Saddle, turn right (east) on Tells Creek Road (signed as Tells Creek Horse Camp/ Desolation Wilderness trailhead/Forest Road #13N22). Travel 6 miles to the parking area on the right

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Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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