Description

How does pitching a tent under the cover of a piney forest, just steps from the banks of Silver Fork River sound? Not too shabby? Yep, that’s what we thought. China Flat Campground is home to some seriously gorgeous camping in Eldorado National Forest. If you wanna explore more of the awesomeness that is Eastern California, you’re just a short drive from the epic beauty of Lake Tahoe, where you can bike, hike, kayak, and climb to your hearts content.

Campsite area
Tent or RV sites
19 sites
Up to guests per site
Up to 6 vehicles
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Amenities
Potable water available
Picnic table available

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

The area surrounding Lake Tahoe offers plenty of biking opportunities. There aren’t too many trails around Eldorado specifica...Read more

Boating

If you’re looking to wake up and get out on the water, you’re in luck. Many of the campgrounds are located along lakes and re...Read more

Fishing

Aside from the 11 reservoirs and lakes, there are hundreds of lakes in the wilderness areas that will answer all of your fishin...Read more

Hiking

With over 350 miles of hiking trails, you can walk along the foothills or trek through the Sierras and you’ll see stunning view...Read more

Horseback riding

Hay horse friends, hit the trail! There are some pretty cool trails , like the Horse Canyon trail, the Emigrant Lake trail, an...Read more

Paddling

Wilderness areas only allow non-motorized boating, which means kayakers, canoers, and paddlers of all kinds, should head over t...Read more

Wind sports

Union Valley Reservoir seems to be the only place that allows kiteboarding and windsurfing, but you should ask a ranger, if thi...Read more

Off-roading (OHV)

Popular OHV routes are Elkins Flat , a whopping 69 mile trail perfect for motorcycles, and Gold Note , a 30 mile route great ...Read more

Climbing

Do you love rock climbing? Then head to Lover’s Leap, a granite formation, perfect for climbing and bouldering. At almost 600 f...Read more

Snow sports

Your recreation opportunities continue into the winter, with skiing, snowboarding, sledding, tubing, xc skiing and snowshoeing ...Read more

Swimming

Water lovers should stay at these campgrounds if they’re looking to get some good swimming in. Reservoirs, lakes, and the sor...Read more

Whitewater paddling

One of the most popular whitewater trips is the south fork of the American River, which runs through Eldorado National Forest. ...Read more

Wildlife watching

There are almost 350 different species living in here… Holy cow! Common Sierra dwellers like mule deer, mountain lions, bears, ...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at China Flat Campground.

Beach
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
Hipcamp makes it easy to find unique camping experiences.
Discover campsites, ranches, vineyards, farms, glamping, public parks and more.

5 Reviews

750
No one? Bueller? Sharing is caring, y'all.
Drop some China Flat Campground knowledge on us.
Hipcamper Linda
Linda L.
recommends this listing.
January 30th, 2017

Lots of yellow jackets in the summer. Lots of nice views.

Hipcamper Sue K.
doesn't recommend this listing.
July 30th, 2018
Hipcamper Hiyasmin D.
has mixed feelings towards this listing.
July 2nd, 2018
Hipcamper Daniel F.
recommends this listing.
January 22nd, 2018
Hipcamper Edward S.
recommends this listing.
August 19th, 2017
Park
Eldorado National Forest
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
(530) 622-5061
Directions
View on Google Maps
Official Website
View Website
Coordinates
38.754° N, 120.268° W
$18/night
Tent / RV / Trailer: 19 Sites
(Up to people per site)