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Giant Gap Campground
Giant Gap Campground is located on the north west shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir. This campground is set in a cedar and pine forest overlooking the reservoir, which provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking and boating under 10 mph. It is near the Foresthill OHV Trails, but riding out from the campsites is not allowed.
For information on the campgrounds contact the American River Ranger District at (530) 367-2224
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov |
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| Area Amenities: | Accessible, Fee charged for some activities, Toilets |
| Fees: | $24/single site (6 people), $48/double site (12 people), $72/triple site (18 people) Dump Station open on Sundays from 11am-1pm, $6. Dump station may be available on demand. Please contact campground hosts. $5 for extra vehicles |
| Open Season: | April 30 - October 31 |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: | OHV use is not permitted in Sugar Pine Complex, only in staging area |
| Closest Towns: | Foresthill, CA |
| Water: | Piped Water |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilets |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From I-80: Take the Foresthill Road exit for 17 miles to the town of Foresthill. Continue on the road for 9 miles to Sugar Pine Road. Turn left and continue on Sugar Pine Road for 9 miles and take a right on the first road after the Sugar Pine Recreation Area sign. Travel 1 1/2 miles to the campground.
Accessibility:
Restrooms, several campsites and paved trails
General Notes:
Fire rings
Double and triple sites available
Trailer dump station
Bear Lockers in each site
Location: Sugar Pine Reservoir
Accessibility:
Restrooms, several campsites and paved trail
Activities
Campground Camping
General Info:
AccessibilityRestrooms, several campsites and paved trails
| No. of Sites | 30 single site(s), 5 double site(s) |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov |
| No. of Accessible sites | Restrooms, several campsites and paved trails. |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Sugar Pine Reservoir is stocked in summer by CA Dept. of Fish and Game.
Boating - Motorized
Boating - Non-Motorized
Swimming
Amenities
| Toilets: | |
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| Fee charged for some activities: | |
| Accessible: | Restrooms, several campsites and paved trail |
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