Thousand Trails Ponderosa Good Sam Verified Campground
7291 Hwy 49, Lotus, CA 95651
MOUNTAIN RV CAMP IN CA
Ideally situated on the South Fork of the American River, the most popular whitewater river in the western US. Rafting, kayaking, fishing, swimming, gold panning and sunbathing are favorite pastimes for customers.
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Super easy check-in and we lucked into finding back-in full hookup site #B5. Great tree shade and relatively level. Our only minor complaint was that the sewer hookup was really far away so I had to use 2 hoses. This park is located on the south fork of the American river, which makes it great for river rafting. We met 2 guides during our 1 week stay so it is definitely big business in the area. Section H sites are next to the river. They are full hookup 50 amp and cost an extra $5.00 per day.... Read More
Super easy check-in and we lucked into finding back-in full hookup site #B5. Great tree shade and relatively level. Our only minor complaint was that the sewer hookup was really far away so I had to use 2 hoses. This park is located on the south fork of the American river, which makes it great for river rafting. We met 2 guides during our 1 week stay so it is definitely big business in the area. Section H sites are next to the river. They are full hookup 50 amp and cost an extra $5.00 per day. Good luck finding one though as they are quite popular. We ordered a priority mail package and it arrived with no issues. Pool is small and it is overrun with loud children at all hours. Staff members Ron and Jeannette were really kind and helpful. Jeannette went out of her way to tell us about local places of interest. Bathrooms and showers are located inside small mobile home-looking structures. They were new and very clean. Sadly we couldn't program any over-the-air TV channels. My AT&T phone had 2 bars and my wife's Verizon phone had 3 bars. Paid for 1 day of campground wifi and it was blazingly fast. All types of recycling are available.
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Somehow we got one of the few sites that are right on the river. Kayaks and rafts go by all day Its pretty cool. You make a reservation but its first come first serve to what is available. So drive through and pick the one that suits you. Has a small beach that's good for wading, a pool and little food spots near by if you prefer.
Excellent location. Really scenic. Located on the American River. A really spectacular view of a mountain range close by. However this is a small campground. Sites are close together. Too many permanent rental sites. Therefore putting a serious lack of nice sites.
Nice Park, a bit spread out with very friendly staff
When we first arrived, staff was a little rude. This seemed to be the theme throughout the weekend with other campers. Electrical issues in the park, some boxes worked some didn't. No WiFi or phone service in the park or area. They claim to have WiFi... The area around the facility is pretty with some great views. The American River runs along the back side of the park and makes for a relaxing time. Overall, our experience wasn't bad, I just wish the staff had some customer service skills and... Read More
When we first arrived, staff was a little rude. This seemed to be the theme throughout the weekend with other campers.
Electrical issues in the park, some boxes worked some didn't.
No WiFi or phone service in the park or area. They claim to have WiFi...
The area around the facility is pretty with some great views. The American River runs along the back side of the park and makes for a relaxing time.
Overall, our experience wasn't bad, I just wish the staff had some customer service skills and realize everyone isn't as perfect as they are !!!!
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Super easy check-in and we lucked into finding back-in full hookup site #B5. Great tree shade and relatively level. Our only minor complaint was that the sewer hookup was really far away so I had to use 2 hoses. This park is located on the south fork of the American river, which makes it great for river rafting. We met 2 guides during our 1 week stay so it is definitely big business in the area. Section H sites are next to the river. They are full hookup 50 amp and cost an extra $5.00 per day.... Read More
Super easy check-in and we lucked into finding back-in full hookup site #B5. Great tree shade and relatively level. Our only minor complaint was that the sewer hookup was really far away so I had to use 2 hoses. This park is located on the south fork of the American river, which makes it great for river rafting. We met 2 guides during our 1 week stay so it is definitely big business in the area. Section H sites are next to the river. They are full hookup 50 amp and cost an extra $5.00 per day. Good luck finding one though as they are quite popular. We ordered a priority mail package and it arrived with no issues. Pool is small and it is overrun with loud children at all hours. Staff members Ron and Jeannette were really kind and helpful. Jeannette went out of her way to tell us about local places of interest. Bathrooms and showers are located inside small mobile home-looking structures. They were new and very clean. Sadly we couldn't program any over-the-air TV channels. My AT&T phone had 2 bars and my wife's Verizon phone had 3 bars. Paid for 1 day of campground wifi and it was blazingly fast. All types of recycling are available.
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Somehow we got one of the few sites that are right on the river. Kayaks and rafts go by all day Its pretty cool. You make a reservation but its first come first serve to what is available. So drive through and pick the one that suits you. Has a small beach that's good for wading, a pool and little food spots near by if you prefer.
Excellent location. Really scenic. Located on the American River. A really spectacular view of a mountain range close by. However this is a small campground. Sites are close together. Too many permanent rental sites. Therefore putting a serious lack of nice sites.
Nice Park, a bit spread out with very friendly staff
7291 Hwy 49, Lotus, CA 95651
Coordinates: 38.808680, -120.903791
Directions
From Jct of Hwy 50 & Exit 37 (Shingle Rd), N 0.2 mi on exit rd to Shingle Rd, NE 11.3 mi on Shingle Rd (becomes Lotus Rd) to CA-49, N 0.1 mi (R)