Tunnel Mills II
Tunnel Mills Group Campground is located along the East Fork of the North Fork of the North Fork American River in the Tahoe National Forest. It can be accessed off of Interstate 80, at the Emigrant Gap exit. Visitors enjoy fishing, hiking and hunting in this scenic area.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | MLS2 | Group tent | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 30 / 6 | Yes |
| 001 | TUNN | Group | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 30 / 6 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground offers two group sites that can accommodate up to 30 people and six vehicles each. Site 1 is for tent and RV camping, while site 2 is designated for tent camping only. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From east bound Interstate 80 take exit 158A or west bound Interstate 80 take exit 158B south to Emigrant Gap. After exiting the interstate take a right on Texas Hill Road towards Emigrant Gap. Continue on Texas Hill Road for about 8 miles and turn right into the campground.
| Nearest town | Camptonville, California |
| Coordinates | 39.2522° N, 120.6517° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
No Show Policy A no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date (or for day-use facilities, by check-in time the day of arrival). No-show customers are only recorded at staffed facilities. At most remote facilities, all customers are noted as automatically checked-in on the date of arrival. It is recommended that staffed facilities hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. It is recommended that staffed facilities hold group day-use facilities until check-in time on the arrival date. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation if the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit some or all of the recreation fees. There is no change fee if the customer changes campsites that are the same price and on the same reservation dates in the same campground. If the campsite the customer is changing to has a price difference, the customer will be responsible for any additional fees or be provided with a refund, based on the price difference.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
43 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 ↗ | 5.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Upcycled Adventures ↗ | 20.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 21.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Many hiking, and OHV trails are located nearby as well as foot trail access into the North Fork American Wild and Scenic River canyon. Many more trails can be found a short distance east on Interstate 80 at Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized Area and Donner Summit.
- 6.7 miFuller Lake Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 7.5 miEuchre Bar Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9 miGolden Quartz Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 11.3 miSugar Pine Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miBlack Mountain OHV0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miMears Lake Valley3.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miDawson Spring OHV0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miMumford Bar ↗5.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.5 miItalian Bar2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.8 miMears Meadow OHV ↗4.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
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
Natural features
The campground is near the creek-sized East Fork of the North Fork of the North Fork American River, in a remote location of north central California. A forest of cedar, pine and fir trees shades the campground.
Recreation
Rainbow trout fishing is a popular activity on the river. Hiking and OHV trails and hunting opportunities are found in the surrounding area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tunnel Mills II?
Sites at Tunnel Mills II are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tunnel Mills II?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Tunnel Mills II have?
2 sites, including 1 group tent area and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tunnel Mills II?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Tunnel Mills II?
Yes, pets are allowed at Tunnel Mills II. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Tunnel Mills II?
Rainbow trout fishing is a popular activity on the river. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tunnel Mills II?
Camptonville, California. Many hiking, and OHV trails are located nearby as well as foot trail access into the North Fork American Wild and Scenic River canyon.
Source: Getting there
What if Tunnel Mills II is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Fork (1.4 mi), Indian Springs (6.9 mi), and Big Bend Group (8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby