Gerle Creek

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Eldorado National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Eldorado National Forest Fees: - Recreation Fee: Recreation fees are the fees a visitor pays for things like overnight camping, a day-use pavilion, group facilities, a tour or a permit. Recreation fees vary by location and/or activity. - Reservation Fee: A fee may be charged at the time a reservation is made to cover the cost of reservation services. This fee is in addition to the Recreation Fee and is non-refundable. Fees… Season: June to September Status: closed Reservations: CALL 1-877-444-6777, four days to 6 months in advance of your first night's stay. www.Recreation.gov . Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover accepted. Both reservation and first-come,… Overview Gerle Creek Campground is nestled on the banks of the Gerle Creek Fork among a lush forest of hardwoods. The area provides lots of opportunity for fishing and water play. Hiking and biking are also popular. Recreation Swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing are some of the fun things to do on the creek. Common fish species include brown and rainbow trout. An accessible fishing dock is located on-site. The Gerle Creek Interpretive Trail is fully accessible and provides scenic views and interesting displays. Facilities The campground offers single and double-family campsites, many of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided and firewood is available for purchase. Natural Features Gerle Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 5,300 feet, upstream of Gerle Creek Divide Reservoir. It is on the Georgetown… Getting there: From Placerville, drive 21 miles east on Highway 50 to the Icehouse Road turnoff. Turn left and go 28 miles north. Take the left fork 3 miles to the campground. Rules: - The campground is at about 5,300' elevation. - Single units are limited to 1 vehicle and 6 people per site. - An additional fee will be charged for an extra vehicle if the parking spur will accommodate it. - Vehicle=Any equipment that is required to be licensed/registered. Includes RVs, trailers, cars/trucks, boat/car trailer, motorcycle/atv, etc. Vehicles parked in a truck or on a trailer… Phone: 831-245-6891 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232049 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov