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Wild Plum

★4.1(135 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandTahoe National Forest · Camptonville, California
🚛Big Rig Friendly🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting🥾Hiking

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About Wild Plum

Wild Plum is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Sierra County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Tahoe National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.

Wild Plum 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 4.1/5 across 135 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Loganville, Sardine Lake, Salmon Creek, Packsaddle and Berger.

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Total reservations in May — 2023: 78 · 2024: 118 · 2025: 39

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Location

Address

Camptonville, California

Coordinates

39.5668, -120.6028

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •July sees 474 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

Nearby Campgrounds

Photos

Haypress Creek
Sierra Buttes from Wild Plum
View of Sierra Buttes from Wild Plum Campground
Haypress Creek at Wild Plum
Wild Plum Entrance Sign
Sierra Buttes

Wild Plum FAQ

How far in advance should I book Wild Plum?

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 Wild Plum?

July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Wild Plum. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Wild Plum right now?

Wild Plum 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 Wild Plum located?

Wild Plum is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Camptonville, California.

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