Cosumnes River,  California

Cosumnes River Camping

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Cosumnes River Campgrounds

The campgrounds located along the Middle Cosumnes River are lower elevation than many of the other campgrounds along Highway 88. PiPi Campground usually stays open into November. With the river close by, campsites are great for fishing and swimming (when the water levels are safe). Nearby OHV trails are available.

map of Cosumnes River campgrounds off Carson Pass, CA

PiPi Campground

Located at an elevation of 4,100 feet, 26 miles east of Jackson, 0.8 miles off on Highway 88 on Omo Ranch Road and 5.9 miles north on North-South Road. On the Middle Fork of the Cosumnes River. Usually open from May 1 to mid-November.

Campground Amenities

  • 51 camp sites for tents, trailers and RVs up to 50 feet
  • Vault toilets, piped water, picnic tables, grills, fire rings
  • Accessible fishing trail along the river with fishing platforms
  • Swimming, picnicking, OHV areas nearby

Reservations: (877) 444-6777 or Recreation.gov - PiPi Campground
Fees: $28 per night for 6 people and 2 vehicles
PiPi Campground Map

Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground

Located at an elevation of 5,600 feet, 32 miles east of Jackson, 8 miles off Highway 88 on Cat Creek Road. On the Middle Fork of the Cosumnes River. Usually open from May 1 to mid-October. The nearby Annex, a dispersed camping area, also follows the fees listed below.

Campground Amenities

  • 18 camp sites for tents and trailers and RVs up to 50'
  • Vault toilets, no piped water, picnic tables, fire rings
  • Swimming, fishing, picnicking, hiking

Reservations: None
Fees: $25 per night for 6 people and 2 vehicles
Middle Fork Cosumnes Campground Map

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