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Capps Crossing

Eldorado National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: CAMINO, CA, CA

Price: From $28 per night

Price range: $28–$56 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Capps Crossing is located on the North Fork of the Cosumnes River. The campground is located in a forested area and is well shaded during the day. Hiking trails and rock climbing areas are nearby.Capps Crossing is a unique campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Capps Crossing offers excellent recreation on the North Fork Cosumnes River with nearby hiking trails, rock climbing areas, and opportunities for wading, fishing, and swimming. The forested, well-shaded location provides a scenic camping experience with gold panning opportunities nearby.

Wildlife alert: California Spotted Owl, California Mountain Kingsnake, and Blainville's Horned Lizard present in the area.

Insider tips for Capps Crossing: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. Gold panning is popular in the area; explore this historic activity while exploring the river.

Skip Capps Crossing if: You need RV hookups — this campground has none.. You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Capps Crossing: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Pipi Campground (Somerset, CA), Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground (CAMINO, CA), Harvey West Cabin (CAMINO, CA), Sly Guard Cabin (Pollock Pines, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Capps Crossing

Cell signal at Capps Crossing (CAMINO, 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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    CAMINO, CA, CA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $28/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Capps Crossing is located on the North Fork of the Cosumnes River. The campground is located in a forested area and is well shaded during the day. Hiking trails and rock climbing areas are nearby.Capps Crossing is a unique campground.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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 need RV hookups — this campground has none.✕ You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites.

    Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

    Gold panning is popular in the area; explore this historic activity while exploring the river.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    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: California Spotted Owl, California Mountain Kingsnake, and Blainville's Horned Lizard present in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    Getting there →

    From Pollock Pines, take Sly Park Road (County E16) 4.3 miles south to Mormon Emigrant Trail. Turn left onto Mormon Emigrant Trail and drive 11.2 miles east to North-South Road. Turn right onto North-South Road and drive 7 miles south to the campground. The entrance to Capps Crossing will be on the left.

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    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Capps Crossing cost per night?+
    Capps Crossing costs $28–$56 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Capps Crossing open?+
    Capps Crossing is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Capps Crossing have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Capps Crossing?+
    Capps Crossing can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Capps Crossing?+
    Capps Crossing 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 Capps Crossing?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Capps Crossing is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Capps Crossing open, and what are check-in times?+
    Capps Crossing is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $28 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Pipi Campground

    Somerset, CA

    From $36/night

    Bridal Veil Group Area And Picnic Ground

    CAMINO, CA

    From $105/night

    Harvey West Cabin

    CAMINO, CA

    From $105/night

    Sly Guard Cabin

    Pollock Pines, CA

    From $65/night

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