Sand Flat Campground Stanislaus National Forest California

Sand Flat Overview

Located along the banks of the South Fork American River, Sand Flat campground is about 28 miles east of Placerville on the south side of Highway 50. The campground is first-come, first-serve and offers 29 campsites, including 6 walk-to / tent-only campsites (23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29). The rest of the campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (4o to 80 feet). Each site also has a table, fire ring and grate.

Campground amenities include drinking water, vault toilets and horseshoes. There are no bear boxes, showers, hookups or dump station. Firewood is also available for sale from the camp host.

Sand Flat – Area Recreation

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, rafting, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking and wildlife. viewing.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Drinking Water
• Fire Pit
• Firewood Available
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)

Activities

• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Horseshoes
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• Photography
• River
• Tubing
• Wading
• Walking Trails
• Wildlife Viewing