Coyote Group
Coyote Group Campground is located on the northeast end of French Meadows Reservoir, near the Middle Fork of American River. The facility is located in a remote area approximately 40 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
4 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK BEAR | CBKB | Back-in | 99 | Paved | Partial | 50 / 20 | Yes |
| BRUSH WOLF | CBSW | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 25 / 6 | |
| LITTLE WOLF | CLTW | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 25 / 6 | |
| PRAIRIE WOLF | CPRW | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 25 / 6 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Site BLACK BEAR is listed accessible |
The campground offers four group campsites. The Black Bear site is accessible and can accommodate up to 50 people. Brush Wolf, Little Wolf and Prairie Wolf sites can accommodate up to 25 people each. Multiple picnic tables, campfire circles and grills are provided. Vault toilets and drinking water are available throughout the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Booking | 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 |
| Fees | $82 for 25 person site, $143 for 50 person site |
| Rules | Firearms or any other implements of destruction (including but not limited to bow & arrow and slingshots) are prohibited in this area; camping outside designated campground is prohibited in this area. |
Weather by month
Getting there
High clearance vehicles may take Foresthill Rd to the 43 Rd (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd, snow permitting. Access from Soda Springs and the 43 Rd is not recommended for trucks with trailers, motorhomes/RV's or passenger vehicles that are not high clearance vehicles with four wheel drive.
| Nearest town | Foresthill, California |
| Coordinates | 39.1356° N, 120.4106° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
28 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 ↗ | 13.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Alpenglow Sports ↗ | 14.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 34.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
- 0.8 miMcguire Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 1.2 miMcguire Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 1.6 miFrench Meadows Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 2 miFrench Meadows Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 14.2 miMckinney/Rubicon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.2 miMckinney/Rubicon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 2.1 miCampground Water Supply0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 3.6 miDuncan Upstream Gageunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miUtility Poleunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miMosquito Ridge ↗28.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 4 more
- 3.8 miDuncan Creek Dam Southunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.8 miSoda Springs ↗6.4 mi trail · snowmobile, 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 Tahoe National Forest.
- inTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
- 2 miGranite Chief Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 28,374 acres
- 4.5 miEldorado National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 793,653 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
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On the National Register nearby
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- Chapel of the TransfigurationBuilding · Tahoe City · 14.2 mi
- Lake Tahoe DamStructure · Tahoe City · 14.4 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated near the river, just north of French Meadows Reservoir. A coniferous forest covers the area. At an elevation of 5,200 feet, summertime temperatures are warm throughout the day and cool at night.
Recreation
The Middle Fork of American River provides visitors with ample opportunities for fishing and swimming. Popular activities on the nearby reservoir include boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming. Two boat ramps are located within three miles of the campground. A variety of hiking and biking trails are found in the surrounding area, including some that provide access to the nearby Granite Chief Wilderness and The Western States Trail. Just down the road is the Granite Chief Wilderness which provides amazing hiking opportunities for adventurous party to explore historic aspen tree stands and secluded mountain passes and trail. The Western States Trail provides great opportunity for hiking, horesback riding, dirt biking, and for adventurous mountain bikers.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Coyote Group?
Sites at Coyote Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. 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 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Coyote Group?
$82 for 25 person site, $143 for 50 person site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Coyote Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Coyote Group have?
4 sites, including 4 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Coyote Group?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Coyote Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Coyote Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Coyote Group?
Site BLACK BEAR is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Coyote Group?
The Middle Fork of American River provides visitors with ample opportunities for fishing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Coyote Group?
Foresthill, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Coyote Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Gates Group (0.4 mi), Lewis (0.4 mi), and Ahart Campground (0.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby