Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is located on the South Fork of the American River. It offers picnicking sites, a group overnight area, beautiful swimming holes, and close access to fishing.
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Site mix
| Group tent areas | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GA1 | 15 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 30 / 7 | Yes | Standard |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 15 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
Bridal Veil Group Area is on a hill overlooking the river and day use area. The group area includes lot-style parking with 7 parking stalls, 5 tent pads, 8 picnic tables, 6 serving tables, and a large group fire ring. Group campsite users may use the day use areas with no additional fees. None of the facility is accessible. There is no water available on site. The facility has a host on site from mid-May through mid-October.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Placerville, take Hwy 50 east for 17 miles. The site is on the South Fork of the American River.
| Nearest town | Camino, California |
| Coordinates | 38.7664° N, 120.4825° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
- Cut-off windows can vary by location, but are typically 14 days before your arrival date.
- Late Cancellation: If you cancel your reservation too close to the start date, additional service fees may be withheld.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
30 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 ↗ | 7.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Mosquito Creek Outfitters ↗ | 16.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Rocklin RV Center ↗ | 39.5 mi |
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Bridal Veil Group Campsite Walkthrough
Worth a stop
Visitors enjoy scenic drives along Highway 50 and surrounding forest roads. The site is within a half hour drive of both Jenkinson Lake and Crystal Basin. It is 10 minutes from the stores and restaurants of Pollock Pines and 5 minutes from Bridal Veil Falls. South Lake Tahoe is a 45 minute drive.
- under 0.1 mi
- 5.2 miFleming Trail System & Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.5 miWest Point Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 7.7 miIce House Day Use & Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 8 mi
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miBridal Veil0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miPony Express ↗38.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more · national_scenic_or_historic
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
- 14.2 miDesolation Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 64,041 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
Natural features
Sitting at an elevation of 3,200 feet, Bridal Veil group campsite provides easy access to the American River. A Mediterranean climate extends over most of this forest, creating warm, dry summers, and cold, wet winters. Vegetation is mixed conifers with riparian vegetation along the river.
Recreation
This site provides two large swimming holes in the river that are popular with the local residents. Fishing is also a popular activity, mainly rainbow and brown trout.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
Sites at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
Cancellation Fee: Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground have?
1 site, including 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
The longest site here provides 15 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 Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
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
Is there cell service at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
This site provides two large swimming holes in the river that are popular with the local residents. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground?
Camino, California. Visitors enjoy scenic drives along Highway 50 and surrounding forest roads.
Source: Getting there
What if Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Silver Creek Group Campground (6.5 mi), West Point Campground (7.5 mi), and Ice House (7.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby