French Meadows
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At a Glance
About French Meadows
French Meadows is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Placer 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.
French Meadows 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 40 ft. Campers rate it 4.2/5 across 123 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Lewis, Coyote Group, Gates Group and Ahart Campground.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 124 · 2024: 168
Location
Address
Foresthill, California
Coordinates
39.1139, -120.4239
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 672 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Lewis
Tahoe National Forest
Coyote Group
Tahoe National Forest
Gates Group
Tahoe National Forest
Ahart Campground
Tahoe National Forest
Big Meadows Campground
Eldorado National Forest
Hell Hole Campground
Eldorado National Forest
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French Meadows FAQ
How far in advance should I book French Meadows?
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 French Meadows?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at French Meadows. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at French Meadows right now?
French Meadows 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.
How often is availability checked at French Meadows?
Campsite Tonight monitors French Meadows for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 27 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Can I get a reservation at French Meadows?
Yes! Campers have recently secured reservations at French Meadows using Campsite Tonight's availability alerts. Even when fully booked, cancellations happen regularly. Set up an alert to get notified instantly when a site opens up.
Where is French Meadows located?
French Meadows is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Foresthill, California.
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