Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Eldorado National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: ELDORADO NATIONAL FOREST, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is available to visitors travelling with equestrian or packstock animals. The campground is situated near the Wrights Lake Campground in a grassy, open timber stand near the stream flowing from the spillway of Wrights Lake. The area is well-known for its vistas, hiking, wildflowers and birding.The campground provides access to the stream and lake, where visitors enjoy trout fishing, swimming and paddling.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is specifically designed for visitors with horses and pack animals, situated in a scenic area known for vistas, hiking, wildflowers, and birding near Wrights Lake in Eldorado National Forest.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Coyote, and Golden Eagle present in the area. Gray-headed Pika and American Pika also documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 15 sites. Campground outhouses are serviced daily according to camper reports. Firewood is available for sale on-site.

Skip Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground if: You don't have equestrian or pack stock animals — campground is specifically designated for these visitors.. You need full hookups — no hookups available; bring a self-contained unit or tent camp.. You're visiting outside May-October — campground operates seasonally..

Best time to visit Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.. Summer — Google reviews note Wrights Lake Road is viable for larger trailers and vehicles during summer months..

Nearby campgrounds: Wrights Lake (Kyburz, CA), Harvey West Cabin (CAMINO, CA), Ice House (Twin Bridges, CA), Big Silver Group (POLLOCK PINES, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

Cell signal at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground (ELDORADO NATIONAL FOREST, 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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Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground

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ELDORADO NATIONAL FOREST, CA, CA★ 4.5 (11 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is available to visitors travelling with equestrian or packstock animals. The campground is situated near the Wrights Lake Campground in a grassy, open timber stand near the stream flowing from the spillway of Wrights Lake. The area is well-known for its vistas, hiking, wildflowers and birding.The campground provides access to the stream and lake, where visitors enjoy trout fishing, swimming and paddling.

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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
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood for Sale

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 don't have equestrian or pack stock animals — campground is specifically designated for these visitors.✕ You need full hookups — no hookups available; bring a self-contained unit or tent camp.✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground operates seasonally.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 15 sites.

Campground outhouses are serviced daily according to camper reports.

Firewood is available for sale on-site.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Best: Summer

Google reviews note Wrights Lake Road is viable for larger trailers and vehicles during summer months.

Things to do nearby

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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, Coyote, and Golden Eagle present in the area. Gray-headed Pika and American Pika also documented within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From Placerville, CA: Travel US-50 east approximately 25 miles to Ice House Road. Turn north onto Ice House Road. Take the 1st right to stay on Ice House Road. Travel approximately 10 miles to the junction with Big Hill Lookout Road/Wrights Lake Tie Road. Turn right toward Ice House Reservoir on the Wrights Lake Tie Road. At approximately 1.2 miles, stay to the left. Travel another 1.7 miles, turn left. Continue approximately 6.2 miles to Wrights Lake Road (Wrights Road). Turn left and travel an

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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

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How much does Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground cost per night?+
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground costs $36 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground open?+
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?+
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?+
Wrights Lake Equestrian 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 Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$36 /night★ 4.5 (11)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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