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Coyote Group

Tahoe National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Foresthill, CA, CA

Price: From $82 per night

Price range: $82–$143 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

Coyote Group Campground is located on the northeast end of French Meadows Reservoir, near the Middle Fork of American River. The facility is located in a remote area approximately 40 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Remote campground on French Meadows Reservoir offering excellent fishing, boating, and hiking opportunities near the Middle Fork of American River. Campers praise it as an awesome spot for large groups with multiple tent and trailer sites, though the remote location requires a significant drive.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present—use bear boxes. Also common: Mule Deer, Snowshoe Hare, California Ground Squirrel, Red-tailed Hawk, Western Tanager, Northern Rubber Boa, and Western Aquatic Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Coyote Group: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 4 sites and high demand. High clearance vehicles recommended; use Foresthill Rd to CA-43 (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd when snow permits. Avoid approaching from Soda Springs via CA-43 with trailers—off-road terrain with creeks and steep hills. Campground has no hookups; suitable only for self-contained RVs.

Skip Coyote Group if: You have low-clearance vehicles or trailers—remote access roads are challenging.. You need RV hookups—none available at this campground.. You're visiting outside May-October—campground is seasonal.. You prefer developed facilities—this is a remote, minimal-amenity location..

Best time to visit Coyote Group: May-October — Official operating season for this seasonal campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Gates Group (Foresthill, CA), Lewis (Foresthill, CA), Ahart Campground (Foresthill, CA), French Meadows (FORESTHILL, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Coyote Group

Cell signal at Coyote Group (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 (8 reviews)From $82/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Coyote Group Campground is located on the northeast end of French Meadows Reservoir, near the Middle Fork of American River. The facility is located in a remote area approximately 40 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating and trail opportunities.

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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 RV99 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites1 sites
    Bear boxesYes — at every site
    ToiletsVault toilets
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

    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 low-clearance vehicles or trailers—remote access roads are challenging.✕ You need RV hookups—none available at this campground.✕ You're visiting outside May-October—campground is seasonal.✕ You prefer developed facilities—this is a remote, minimal-amenity location.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 4 sites and high demand.

    High clearance vehicles recommended; use Foresthill Rd to CA-43 (Robinson Flat Rd) to Mosquito Ridge Rd when snow permits.

    Avoid approaching from Soda Springs via CA-43 with trailers

    off-road terrain with creeks and steep hills.

    Campground has no hookups; suitable only for self-contained RVs.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season for this seasonal campground.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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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: American Black Bear present—use bear boxes. Also common: Mule Deer, Snowshoe Hare, California Ground Squirrel, Red-tailed Hawk, Western Tanager, Northern Rubber Boa, and Western Aquatic Garter Snake.

    Location

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    530-367-2224· Tahoe National Forest
    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.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Coyote Group cost per night?+
    Coyote Group costs $82–$143 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Coyote Group open?+
    Coyote Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Coyote Group have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Coyote Group?+
    Coyote Group can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Coyote Group?+
    Coyote Group 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 Coyote Group?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Coyote Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Coyote Group open, and what are check-in times?+
    Coyote Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $82 /night★ 4.2 (8)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Gates Group

    Foresthill, CA

    From $82/night

    Lewis

    Foresthill, CA

    From $20/night

    Ahart Campground

    Foresthill, CA

    From $20/night

    French Meadows

    FORESTHILL, CA

    From $24/night

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