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Finnon Lake Recreation Area

95%

· Placerville, El Dorado, California

140 acres hosted by Finnon L.

10 RV/tent sites · 7 tent sites

Best in California: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best all-around: 3rd place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

ALL RV VEHICLES AND VEHICLES WITH TRAILERS MUST TAKE ROCK CREEK RD. (Even if your GPS says to use Mosquito Road). These vehicles will not fit and can not cross over the single-lane suspension Mosquito Bridge. These vehicles and trailers will be forced to turn around or back up to take Rock Creek Road. Use caution - twisty narrow country road. If it's your first time you might want to check out the route ahead of time. From Sacramento on Hwy 50: At the second stop light, Spring St./Hwy 49, turn left, heading north about 1 block to the stop sign. Turn left, staying on Hwy 49, approximately 1 mile. Turn right on Hwy 193. Travel approximately 3.1 miles to Rock Creek Road. Turn right onto Rock Creek Road and travel 8.9 miles to Finnon Lake/Diner on the Left. The campground is behind the Diner. The DINER "Smoke on the Water" is open only Saturday- Sunday. Traveling West on 50 from Tahoe: make a right on HWY 49 traveling north. Follow the above instructions. Welcome to Finnon Lake Recreation Area! Our lovely lake offers serenity in a beautifully unique setting, nestled deep into the forest. Enjoy the scenic and exhilarating drive to our hidden gem along the South Fork of the American River- this is all for you to discover. The night skies above Finnon Lake will reveal stars unseen in most parts of California. Enjoy searching for bullfrogs, and watch the flock of Canadian Geese fly in right at sunset as the horizon blends into the watercolor sky. This private lake supports the fire protection efforts of the Mosquito Fire Protection District and the firefighters of this community. The lake is managed by volunteers of the community for the benefit of the residents and Fire Station. The primary funding source for the Finnon Lake Restoration is the Sierra Nevada Conservancy, which was signed into law in 2004 with a mission to support “efforts that improve the environmental, economic and social well-being of the Sierra Nevada Region, its communities and the residents of California,” according to its Website. Finnon Lake is also home to a popular 18-hole disc golf course and Mosquito’s only restaurant, "Smoke on the Water" Diner. Open on weekends only. Enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, paddling, hiking, or biking during your stay. Potable water, picnic tables, campfire rings, and toilets on site. The property can not accommodate horses. 2 dogs per site limit. Sites are from post to post. Our property is located in Placerville, California. Placerville is a charming California gold rush town named after the placer gold deposits found in its riverbeds and hills in the late 1840s. PLEASE NOTE, there is construction on the Mosquito Bridge. Expect delays, RVs/trailers must use Rock Creek Road (even if your GPS says Mosquito Road). Please message me with any questions. Please see our website: finnonrecreationarea.com for full directions. Diner: https://www.facebook.com/smokeonthewaterplacervilleca 530-622-1060. The diner is only open Saturday and Sunday. NO FIREWORKS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED. Smoking is only allowed in an enclosed vehicle.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Beach

Cave

Forest

Lake

95%

2002 ratings · 1188 reviews

Kevin C.recommends

October 7, 2024

B4 - Lake View

I brought my wife here to introduce her to camping so we specifically chose B4 to be closer to the bathrooms for convenience. As people mentioned, you have a clear view of the bathrooms and dumpsters, there will be passerby’s every now and then, but it didn’t bother us at all. We liked that we were seconds away from being able to wash our hands and go to the bathroom. The site itself was spacious and we were very lucky to not have any neighbors on our “island” with B6 and A2! Overall great spot. We had a view of the lake from our site and can hear lots of kids and other campers having a good time.

Kyle O.recommends

October 6, 2024

A7 - Waterfront

Justin K.recommends

October 3, 2024

A3 - Lakefront

Lots of wildlife

We had the whole campground for two of us, I think cause Temps were hot and no fires are allowed at the moment , but it cooled down enough to be nice at night. Minimal bugs and lots of wildlife. I always try to get this spot when I camp there.

Dan S.recommends

October 1, 2024

T18 - Laguna Landing

This is a hidden gem. The camp grounds are surrounded by a beautiful clear calm lake. Trees everywhere vibrantly colors the area. The clean restrooms are a welcome benefit. Folks smiled and waved at each other although I got the seclusion I hoped which made for a relaxing visit. I’d endorse coming here and plan to return if opportunity permits.

M S.recommends

September 29, 2024

T14 - Lakefront Haven

A perfect respite after a long day of motorcycle riding. The campground was clean, well organized and quiet. The birds on the lake were chatty and entertaining. Cheryl, our host, was lovely and accommodating. I’d fully stay here again.

Matthew M.recommends

September 29, 2024

A15 - Fallen Oak Flat

As always, Finnon is the best. Quiet and calm. Family, friends, disc golf, swimming. I really appreciated the camp host checking to see if we were using propane for our bonfire since there is a fire ban in place.

Location

Placerville, El Dorado, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Nisenan First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking