Yellowjacket
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About Yellowjacket
Yellowjacket is a national park campground at Eldorado National Forest in El Dorado County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Yellowjacket is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. Campers rate it 4.3/5 across 46 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Eldorado National Forest include Wolf Creek California, Wench Creek, Azalea Cove Campground, Fashoda and Big Silver Group.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 28 · 2024: 64 · 2025: 64
Location
Address
El Dorado County, California
Coordinates
38.8917, -120.3917
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 230 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Wolf Creek California
Eldorado National Forest
Wench Creek
Eldorado National Forest
Azalea Cove Campground
Eldorado National Forest
Fashoda
Eldorado National Forest
Big Silver Group
Eldorado National Forest
Sunset-union Valley
Eldorado National Forest
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Yellowjacket FAQ
How far in advance should I book Yellowjacket?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Yellowjacket?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Yellowjacket. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Yellowjacket right now?
Yellowjacket is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Yellowjacket located?
Yellowjacket is located in Eldorado National Forest, California.
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