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Finnon Lake Recreation Area

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· Placerville, El Dorado, California

140 acres hosted by Finnon L.

10 RV/tent sites · 7 tent sites

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MOSQUITO ROAD WILL BE CLOSED FROM MAY 28TH TO AUGUST 4TH. ALL VEHICLES PLEASE USE ROCK CREEK ROAD - DIRECTIONS BELOW. Use caution - twisty narrow country road. If it's your first time you might want to check out the route ahead of time. From Sacramento on Hwy 50: At the second stop light, Spring St./Hwy 49, turn left, heading north about 1 block to the stop sign. Turn left, staying on Hwy 49, approximately 1 mile. Turn right on Hwy 193. Travel approximately 3.1 miles to Rock Creek Road. Turn right onto Rock Creek Road and travel 8.9 miles to Finnon Lake/Diner on the Left. The campground is behind the Diner. The DINER "Smoke on the Water" is open only Saturday- Sunday. Traveling West on 50 from Tahoe: make a right on HWY 49 traveling north. Follow the above instructions. Welcome to Finnon Lake Recreation Area! Our lovely lake offers serenity in a beautifully unique setting, nestled deep into the forest. Enjoy the scenic and exhilarating drive to our hidden gem along the South Fork of the American River- this is all for you to discover. The night skies above Finnon Lake will reveal stars unseen in most parts of California. Enjoy searching for bullfrogs, and watch the flock of Canadian Geese fly in right at sunset as the horizon blends into the watercolor sky. This private lake supports the fire protection efforts of the Mosquito Fire Protection District and the firefighters of this community. The lake is managed by volunteers of the community for the benefit of the residents The primary funding source for the Finnon Lake Restoration is the Sierra Nevada Conservancy, which was signed into law in 2004 with a mission to support “efforts that improve the environmental, economic and social well-being of the Sierra Nevada Region, its communities and the residents of California,” according to its Website. Finnon Lake is also home to a popular 18-hole disc golf course and Mosquito’s only restaurant, "Smoke on the Water" Diner. Enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, paddling, hiking, or biking during your stay. Potable water, picnic tables, campfire rings, and toilets on site. The property can not accommodate horses. 2 dogs per site limit. Sites are from post to post. Our property is located in Placerville, California. Placerville is a charming California gold rush town named after the placer gold deposits found in its riverbeds and hills in the late 1840s. PLEASE NOTE, there is construction on the Mosquito Bridge. Expect delays, RVs/trailers must use Rock Creek Road (even if your GPS says Mosquito Road). Please message me with any questions. Please see our website: finnonrecreationarea.com for full directions. Diner: https://www.facebook.com/smokeonthewaterplacervilleca NO FIREWORKS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED. Smoking is only allowed in an enclosed vehicle.

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1914 ratings · 1133 reviews

Melody H.recommends

July 24, 2024

T5 - Waterfront at Finnon Point

My Family and I just Love camping here. We try to come every summer. Even though the restaurant/store seems to be always closed the camp host's will always bring you ice ($3 per bag) .

Ashley A.

July 21, 2024

B4 - Lake View

There was a bear in the dumpsters at around 2:30am and we had to get out of our tent and scare it away

Laura S.recommends

July 11, 2024

A15 - Fallen Oak Flat

Only steps to the water!

This was our 2nd time camping here this summer! Can’t wait to book the next trip, we love it here! Peaceful, beautiful, and clean! A hidden Gem!

Corrina C.recommends

July 10, 2024

A9 - Waterfront

I enjoyed the lake was not over crowed with people. It was peaceful and calm. Each campsite near the water had its own access point to the water. It was really Hot when we went so the water was a little warm for my liking. The hike around the lake was really nice and not as long as I expected. We saw, turtles, frogs, fish, and a snake while we were there. Overall we enjoyed our trip.

Michelle L.recommends

July 9, 2024

A12 - Lake View Pine Meadow

Nice small campground and I was pleasantly surprised with actual flush toilets. I will say the road up with a trailer was no joke. Pretty much one lane with scary drop off....I wouldn't take anything over 20ft long. Nice place to chill out

Chokkan N.recommends

July 9, 2024

A13 - Waterfront

Loved this camp site, is right next to the lake and beautiful views.

Location

Placerville, El Dorado, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Nisenan First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking