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West Point Campground

Eldorado National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Pollock, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Price range: $36–$145 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (20 reviews)

Season: May through October

West Point Campground is located on the northwest shore of Union Valley reservoir off of North Union Valley Road. There are 22 sites ranging from sinlge to triple in capacity. There is a boat ramp with access to the reservior.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

West Point Campground offers excellent reservoir access with boating and fishing on Union Valley Reservoir, plus proximity to Desolation Wilderness for hiking. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a favorite campground with convenient walk-in sites and family-friendly amenities.

Wildlife alert: White-headed Woodpecker, Black-capped Goshawk, Calliope Hummingbird, California Mountain Kingsnake, Northern Rubber Boa, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for West Point Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited sites. Walk-in spot #2 is conveniently located next to the first parking lot and restroom. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

Skip West Point Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You plan to visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only.. You prefer established campgrounds with fewer booking constraints — federal campgrounds require early reservations..

Best time to visit West Point Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only per verified schedule..

Nearby campgrounds: Sunset-Union Valley (Twin Bridges, CA), Fashoda (POLLOCK PINES, CA), Wolf Creek California (Pollock Pines, CA), Yellowjacket (Twin Bridges, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at West Point Campground

Cell signal at West Point Campground (Pollock, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

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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Pollock, CA, CA★ 4.5 (20 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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West Point Campground is located on the northwest shore of Union Valley reservoir off of North Union Valley Road. There are 22 sites ranging from sinlge to triple in capacity. There is a boat ramp with access to the reservior.

Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
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 need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You plan to visit outside May through October — seasonal operations only.✕ You prefer established campgrounds with fewer booking constraints — federal campgrounds require early reservations.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited sites.

Walk-in spot #2 is conveniently located next to the first parking lot and restroom.

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

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only per verified schedule.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G + 5G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: White-headed Woodpecker, Black-capped Goshawk, Calliope Hummingbird, California Mountain Kingsnake, Northern Rubber Boa, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

Access is via Highway 50, 23 miles east of Placerville, California, then 7 miles north on Ice House Road, turn left onto Peavine Ridge Road for 3 miles, make a right turn on Bryant Springs Road, go 5 miles north across the dam and just past the boat ramp to the right

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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 West Point Campground cost per night?+
West Point Campground costs $36–$145 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is West Point Campground open?+
West Point Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does West Point Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at West Point Campground?+
West Point Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at West Point Campground?+
West Point 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 West Point Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at West Point Campground is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is West Point Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
West Point Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$36 /night★ 4.5 (20)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Sunset-Union Valley

Twin Bridges, CA

From $36/night

Fashoda

POLLOCK PINES, CA

From $36/night

Wolf Creek California

Pollock Pines, CA

From $36/night

Yellowjacket

Twin Bridges, CA

From $36/night

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