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French Meadows Reservoir

4/27/2018: Mosquito Ridge Road is plowed to French Meadows but the road around the reservoir is not plowed. You are not able to reach the boat ramp or the campgrounds at this time. A CDF&W target fishery for hatchery catchables. Good boat launching facilities and campgrounds. 5,000 lbs of catchable rainbow trout were planted in 2014. 25,000 Eagle Lake trout fingerlings have also been stocked historically. Large rainbow and brown trout can be found in the lake and in the river above and below…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 39.114005, -120.421465

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • China Wall Staging Area
  • Big Reservoir Campground
  • Sugar Pine Staging Area
  • Ralston Picnic Site
  • Parker Flat Staging Area
  • Oxbow Raft Put-in Site

Frequently asked questions

Is French Meadows Reservoir reservable?

French Meadows Reservoir is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is French Meadows Reservoir?

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How do I book a campsite at French Meadows Reservoir?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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