Van Vleck Bunkhouse

Area Status: Open


Recreation Opportunity Guides (ROG) - These guides contains information, maps, and directions to assist you in enjoying your trip to the Eldorado National Forest.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: (Winter) Jan 1 - Apr 30 / (Summer) July 1 - Oct 1.
Reservations: Available by reservation only (year-round).
Area Amenities:
  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets
  • Drinking water
Fees: $75 (6 person max.)
Permit Info:
  • Virtual Information Office number is (530) 644-2324.
  • Renters must contact the Placerville Ranger Station as far in advance as possible to arrange for check-in, access, and to receive a current condition report. Failure to do so will result in a cancellation of your reservation.
  • Check in is done in person at the Placerville Ranger Station 4260 Eight Mile Rd., Camino Ca. 95709.
  • Travel 8 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and take exit 54 (cedar Grove).  Turn right on Eight Mile Rd., then another immediate right to the Ranger Station.
Usage: Medium-Heavy
Closest Towns: Pollock Pines, CA
Operated By: USFS
Information Center:
  • Virtual Information Office number is (530) 644-2324.
  • Check in is done in person at the Placerville Ranger Station 4260 Eight Mile Rd., Camino Ca. 95709.
  • Travel 8 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and take exit 54 (cedar Grove).  Turn right on Eight Mile Rd., then another immediate right to the Ranger Station.

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
38.936610

  Longitude : 
-120.321771

  Elevation : 
7,000