What are the hours and season for Pipi Campground?

Pipi Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Pipi Campground have?

Pipi Campground amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Pipi Campground?

Pipi Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Pipi Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/pipi-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Pipi Campground

Eldorado National Forest — riverside, fishing

Somerset, CA4.2 (147)

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Pipi Campground (pronounced "pie pie") offers RV and tent camping along the Middle Fork of the Cosumnes River, offering great fishing and swimming opportunities. The Cosumnes River flows from the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada and runs for about 52 miles through California’s Central Valley and into the Mokelumne River. Historically, the native Miwok people of northern California used to camp in this region in summertime.Rainbow trout are regularly stocked in the river and wheelchair accessible fishing is provided from the paved river walkway.

Things to do nearby

Eldorado National ForestFork of the Cosumnes RiverThe Cosumnes River

Best For

AnglersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Pipi Campground cost per night?+

Pipi Campground costs $33–$108 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Pipi Campground open?+

Pipi Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Pipi Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Pipi Campground?+

Pipi Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Pipi Campground?+

Pipi Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Pipi Campground from the nearest town?+

Pipi Campground is located in Somerset, CA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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