Description

"Get your lakeside party game on at Sunset Campground. Set right on the shores of Union Valley Reservoir, you’ll be enjoying the sweet sunshine all day long. Slink back into the towering cedars and pines for some rest and a break from baking in the sun. Wanna know how this campsite got its name? It’s pretty much the prime spot for the most epic and colorful sunsets you will ever lay your eyes on. Just imagine those purple, pink, and orange hues bouncing off the glassy lake. If that wasn’t enough, you can immerse yourself in the misty beauty of Bassi Falls, which is just a short hike away. Sounds like you need to go over here—STAT."
Campsite area
Tent or RV sites
69 sites
Up to 6 guests per site
Up to 6 vehicles
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Amenities
No picnic table

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

The area surrounding Lake Tahoe offers plenty of biking opportunities. There aren’t too many trails around Eldorado specifica...Read more

Boating

If you’re looking to wake up and get out on the water, you’re in luck. Many of the campgrounds are located along lakes and re...Read more

Fishing

Aside from the 11 reservoirs and lakes, there are hundreds of lakes in the wilderness areas that will answer all of your fishin...Read more

Hiking

With over 350 miles of hiking trails, you can walk along the foothills or trek through the Sierras and you’ll see stunning view...Read more

Horseback riding

Hay horse friends, hit the trail! There are some pretty cool trails , like the Horse Canyon trail, the Emigrant Lake trail, an...Read more

Paddling

Wilderness areas only allow non-motorized boating, which means kayakers, canoers, and paddlers of all kinds, should head over t...Read more

Wind sports

Union Valley Reservoir seems to be the only place that allows kiteboarding and windsurfing, but you should ask a ranger, if thi...Read more

Off-roading (OHV)

Popular OHV routes are Elkins Flat , a whopping 69 mile trail perfect for motorcycles, and Gold Note , a 30 mile route great ...Read more

Climbing

Do you love rock climbing? Then head to Lover’s Leap, a granite formation, perfect for climbing and bouldering. At almost 600 f...Read more

Snow sports

Your recreation opportunities continue into the winter, with skiing, snowboarding, sledding, tubing, xc skiing and snowshoeing ...Read more

Swimming

Water lovers should stay at these campgrounds if they’re looking to get some good swimming in. Reservoirs, lakes, and the sor...Read more

Whitewater paddling

One of the most popular whitewater trips is the south fork of the American River, which runs through Eldorado National Forest. ...Read more

Wildlife watching

There are almost 350 different species living in here… Holy cow! Common Sierra dwellers like mule deer, mountain lions, bears, ...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at Sunset-Union Valley Campground.

Beach
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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Park
Eldorado National Forest
State
California
Country
United States
Phone Number
831-245-6891
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
38.868° N, 120.405° W
Unknown price
Tent Only: 14 Sites
(Up to 6 people per site)
Unknown price
Tent / RV / Trailer: 55 Sites
(Up to 6 people per site)