Ahart Campground

Tahoe National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Foresthill, CA, CA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: May through October

Ahart Campground is located on the tree covered banks of the North Fork of the American River near French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 miles from the town of Foresthill, high in the Sierra mountains. Visitors enjoy the area for the rugged mountain beauty, fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/ahart-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Ahart offers affordable riverside camping ($20/night) on the North Fork of the American River near French Meadows Reservoir with direct access to fishing, hiking, and mountain biking in the Sierra mountains.

Wildlife alert: Northern Rubber Boa snakes present in the area; also watch for Evening Grosbeaks and other mountain bird species.

Insider tips for Ahart Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 11 tent sites and high demand High clearance vehicles required; access via Foresthill Rd to Robinson Flat Rd to Mosquito Ridge Rd (snow permitting) Avoid bringing trailers or RVs—not recommended for non-high-clearance vehicles; access from Soda Springs area unsuitable for large rigs

Skip Ahart Campground if: You have a motorhome or trailer—access is difficult and not recommended for these vehicles. You need hookups—no hookups available at this facility. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Ahart Campground: May-October — Official operating season only; campground closes outside these months.

Nearby campgrounds: Gates Group (Foresthill, CA), Lewis (Foresthill, CA), French Meadows (FORESTHILL, CA), Middle Meadows (GEORGETOWN, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Ahart Campground

Cell signal at Ahart Campground (Foresthill, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Foresthill, CA, CA★ 4.2 (13 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Ahart Campground is located on the tree covered banks of the North Fork of the American River near French Meadows Reservoir, about 40 miles from the town of Foresthill, high in the Sierra mountains. Visitors enjoy the area for the rugged mountain beauty, fishing, boating and trail opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You have a motorhome or trailer—access is difficult and not recommended for these vehicles✕ You need hookups—no hookups available at this facility✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 11 tent sites and high demand

High clearance vehicles required; access via Foresthill Rd to Robinson Flat Rd to Mosquito Ridge Rd (snow permitting)

Avoid bringing trailers or RVs

not recommended for non-high-clearance vehicles; access from Soda Springs area unsuitable for large rigs

Best: May-October

Official operating season only; campground closes outside these months

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Northern Rubber Boa snakes present in the area; also watch for Evening Grosbeaks and other mountain bird species.

Location

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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.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tahoe National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Tahoe National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Ahart Campground cost per night?+
Ahart Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Ahart Campground open?+
Ahart Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ahart Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Ahart Campground?+
Ahart Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Ahart Campground?+
Ahart Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Ahart Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ahart Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ahart Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Ahart Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$20 /night★ 4.2 (13)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Gates Group

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From $82/night

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From $20/night

French Meadows

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From $24/night

Middle Meadows

GEORGETOWN, CA

From $12.5/night

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