West Point Campground
West Point Campground is located on the northwest shore of Union Valley reservoir off of North Union Valley Road. There are 22 sites ranging from sinlge to triple in capacity. There is a boat ramp with access to the reservior. The campground and boat ramp are at 4,875 feet in elevation.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Walk-in | 4 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Walk-in | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 6 | Standard | Back-in | 38 | Paved | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Standard | Back-in | 31 | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 8 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 9 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 11 | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Paved | 12 / 2 | Yes |
| 12 | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 13 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 14 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 12 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | 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. |
- 22 sites
- Boat ramp
- Day use area
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | June to October |
| Forest | Eldorado National Forest |
| Booking | No Reservations. Sites are available on a first-come,first-served basis. |
| Fees | $25/single site $10/day use and boatramp parking. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Access is via Highway 50, 23 miles east of Placerville, California, then. 7 miles north on Ice House Road. turn left onto Peavine Ridge Road for 3 miles. make a right turn on Bryant Springs Road, go 5 miles north across the dam and just past the boat ramp to the right
| Coordinates | 38.8709° N, 120.4418° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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 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 ret
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
26 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 4.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mosquito Creek Outfitters ↗ | 21.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 40.5 mi |
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Video
R. Shaefer Heard Campground - Waterfront Camping on West Point Lake
Worth a stop
The Desolation Wilderness is nearby offering overnight pack trips or day hikes to see the beauty of the Seirras.
- under 0.1 miWest Point Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 2 mi
- 2.4 mi
- 5.5 miIce House Day Use & Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 12.5 miFleming Trail System & Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 3.2 miUnion Valley Bike Trail ↗6.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.1 miIce House Bike Trail3.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miRobbs Hut3.1 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Eldorado National Forest.
- inEldorado National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 793,653 acres
- 9.3 miDesolation Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 64,041 acres
- 12.1 miLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 331,807 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Recreation
- Boating
- Fishing
- Biking
- Swimming
- Hiking
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at West Point Campground?
Sites at West Point Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. No Reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at West Point Campground?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at West Point Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at West Point Campground?
Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is West Point Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does West Point Campground have?
23 sites, including 17 standard sites without power and 4 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to West Point Campground?
West Point Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at West Point Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at West Point Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at West Point Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at West Point Campground?
Boating The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if West Point Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Camino Cove Campground (0.9 mi, first-come), Sunset-Union Valley (2 mi, partly first-come), and Fashoda (2.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby