US Forest ServiceFreeEldorado National Forest
Mokelumne Wilderness Dispersed
Jackson, California, California7,179 ft🗓 Jun–Oct
About this site
Eldorado NF backcountry dispersed camping in Mokelumne Wilderness. Granite domes, volcanic landscape, zero crowds.
Peak season temperatures
71°F
Avg high
46°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Northern Pacific Tree FrogNorthern Pacific RattlesnakeDouglas' SquirrelPacific MartenCanada Goose
Activities
BackpackingFishingHikingWildlife Viewing
Amenities
Creek AccessBear Box
Site types
BackpackTent
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- Eldorado National Forest
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jun–Oct
- Elevation
- 7,179 ft
- Peak temps
- 46°–71°F
- Rating
- 4.6 (22)
- Coordinates
- 38.5234, -120.0912
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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