
Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA)
25
Total Campsites
Campground
17
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
1
Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA)
Overview 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 31 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3), take the Loon Lake fork. Recreation Swimming and Fishing Boat Ramp at Loon Lake Campground Picnic Area (5 sites) at the Loon Lake Boat Ramp Rubicon OHV Trail (summer) Hiking and horseback riding in Desolation Wilderness, permits available in Recreation.gov or the Placerville Ranger Station on Highway 50, Exit 54 in Camino. Day use permits area available at the Loon Lake trailhead in the summer and Placerville Ranger Station year‐round. Loon Lake Chalet rental cabin, reservations required. Facilities Swimming and Fishing Boat Ramp at Loon Lake Campground Picnic Area (5 sites) at the Loon Lake Boat Ramp Rubicon OHV Trail (summer) Hiking and horseback riding in Desolation Wilderness, permits available in Recreation.gov or the Placerville Ranger Station on Highway 50, Exit 54 in Camino. Day use permits area available at the Loon Lake trailhead in the summer and Placerville Ranger Station year‐round. Loon Lake Chalet rental cabin, reservations required. Nearby Attractions contact_info For facility specific information, please call (831) 245-6891. Charges & Cancellations Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation. Cut-Off Window: The latest date and/or time that you can make an advanced reservation or a change to an existing reservation. Cut-off windows can vary by location, but are typically 4 days before your arrival date. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (see Late Cancellation below). Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld. Refunds : Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
- 25 total campsites listed.
- 17 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- 1 accessible campsite listed.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (16).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.


Our Take
What makes Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA) special
Northshore Campground on Loon Lake is the kind of Sierra Nevada spot that keeps people coming back summer after summer. Perched 23 miles east of Placerville off Highway 50, the 25 RV and standard sites sit among granite boulders and mixed conifers with the crystal-clear lake just a short stroll away. A boat ramp right at Loon Lake means you can have a kayak, canoe, or small motorboat on the water within minutes of arriving. Swimming is superb in the granite-lined shallows, and anglers pull trout from the deeper sections throughout the season. July and August offer the warmest water temperatures, but June and September reward visitors with fewer neighbors and cooler mornings. Sites accommodate both RVs and tent setups, though the roads can be narrow, so measure your rig before committing. Bring layers — elevation keeps nights brisk. Northshore is ideal for boating families, fishing enthusiasts, and anyone who wants a classic high-Sierra lake camp with solid access and stunning scenery.
Campsite Inventory
25 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
10
Reservable
1
Accessible
RV NONELECTRIC
7
Reservable
0
Accessible
MANAGEMENT
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
ACCESSIBLE GRILLS
Accessible Grills
ACCESSIBLE PARKING
Accessible Parking
CAMPFIRE RINGS
Campfire Rings
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Double, Single
Check-in time
02:00 PM
Check-out time
01:00 PM
DRINKING WATER (PEAK SEASON)
Drinking Water (peak season)
Driveway entry
Back-in, Parallel, Pull-through
Driveway length (ft)
115, 20, 23, 24
Driveway surface
Paved
Hike In Distance to Site
15 ft, 15ft, 30 ft, 45 ft
Max guests
12, 6
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Picnic Table
Picnic Table
Site Access
Drive In, Hike In
Site length (ft)
14, 16, 17, 18
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
530-644-2324
info@royalelkparkmanagement.com
Getting There
23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 31 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3), take the Loon Lake fork.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA).
How do reservations work for Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA)?
Reservation availability for Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA)?
Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA) currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (16), RV NONELECTRIC (8), MANAGEMENT (1).
Where is Northshore Campground - Loon Lake (CA) located?
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