SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND campground
California

SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND

Mostly first-come
23 campsites
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23

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND

Overview South Shore Campground is located next to Lower Bear River Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest the central Sierra Nevada Mountains. It's a prime location for fishing and boating. Recreation Lower Bear Reservoir covers 166 acres and has 2.5 miles of shoreline. Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking. Anglers may catch rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout. A boat ramp is located within a mile of the campground. The Pardoe Trail can be accessed a short distance past nearby Upper Bear River Reservoir, and borders Mokelumne Wilderness. Facilities Lower Bear Reservoir covers 166 acres and has 2.5 miles of shoreline. Activities include fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing and picnicking. Anglers may catch rainbow, brown and mackinaw trout. A boat ramp is located within a mile of the campground. The Pardoe Trail can be accessed a short distance past nearby Upper Bear River Reservoir, and borders Mokelumne Wilderness. Natural Features The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest on a hillside just above the south shore of Lower Bear River Reservoir at an elevation of 5,900 feet. Some campsites offer partial views of the lake through the trees. A Mediterranean climate extends over most of the forest, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters. Charges & Cancellations Recreation Fee: Recreation fees are the fees a visitor pays for things like overnight camping, a day-use pavilion, group facilities, a tour or a permit. Recreation fees vary by location and/or activity. Reservation Fee: A fee may be charged at the time a reservation is made to cover the cost of reservation services. This fee is in addition to the Recreation Fee and is non-refundable. Fees for camping, day use, group sites, cabins and lookouts: $8 if made on-line; $9 if made through the call center; $3 if made in-person. 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.

  • 23 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (23).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Campsite Inventory

23 sites to choose from

Unknown

23total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Site capacity

Double, Single, Triple

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

1:00 PM

Condition Rating

Basic

Double Driveway

Yes

Driveway entry

Back-In

Driveway surface

Gravel

Max guests

Yes, 12, 18, 6

Max vehicle length (ft)

25, 35

Minimum guests

Yes

Shade

Full, Yes

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

209-295-4360

Getting There

From Pioneer, CA, take State Route 88 east 21.9 miles to Bear River Lake Resort sign. Turn left at the sign and go 3.4 miles to campground on right side of the road.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND.

How do reservations work for SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND?

Reservation availability for SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND?

SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (23).

Where is SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND located?

SOUTH SHORE CAMPGROUND is in California. Coordinates: 38.5331, -120.2347.

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