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State Park
Middle Meadows Group Campground
Eldorado National Forest · Georgetown, CA
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- Eldorado National Forest — official page
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- Address:Georgetown, CA
About
Overview
Middle Meadows Campground offers a quiet place to camp, far from the hustle and bustle of city life. The campground is isolated from other campgrounds and offers a variety of recreational activities in its vicinity. Its scenic location also provides for beautiful sightseeing, birding and wildlife viewing.
Recreation
Campers at Middle Meadows enjoy a forested setting and close access to a flowing creek, making it an ideal spot for family trips. Hell Hole Reservoir, located less than 5 miles from the campground, offers a variety of water-related recreation opportunities, including boating and fishing. There is a swimming hole that is located just west of Middle Meadows Group Campground about 0.25 miles.
Facilities
The campground offers two walk-in group campsites. The sites can accommodate up to 25 and 50 guests respectively. Each site is equipped with tables, campfire circles and grills. Vault and portable toilets are provided. Bear proof food containers and garbage receptacles are provided at each camp site. Currently, potable water is not available due to contamination problems. Please bring drinking water, containers or water filters. Potable water is available from faucets at Big Meadows Campground, which is located 2.5 miles northeast of Middle Meadows Group Campground.
Natural Features
Middle Meadows is located along the South Fork of Long Canyon Creek with a heavily wooded surrounding. Forests include large cedar, pine and fir trees and shrubs. Although the campground has a primitive, undiscovered feel to it, the serene mountain landscape is well worth the long drive from civilization.
Nearby Attractions
Middle Meadows is located adjacent to Long Canyon Creek for fishing and wading. Hell Hole Reservoir is a short drive north. A boat ramp is available at the reservoir.
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Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- No campfires allowed
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Middle Meadows Group Campground
Trail
Hell Hole Reservoir OHV Trail
California
7.9 mi1,942 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Hell Hole Trail
California
8.8 mi2,664 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
French Meadows Reservoir Campground Area
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0.9 mi151 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Big Tree Nature Trail
California
0.7 mi203 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Gerle Creek Campground Trail
California
2.1 mi266 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Hunters Trail
California
8.0 mi1,801 ftgain
Difficult
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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