Camping Area

Giant Gap Campground campground

California, USA Lower Sacramento watershed 39.139°, -120.792°
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Giant Gap Campground -- California campground
Giant Gap Campground California · Lower Sacramento watershed
About this campground

Giant Gap Campground

Giant Gap Campground, located in Tahoe National Forest near the North Fork American River, offers 30 established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a shaded pine forest. Reservations are recommended via Recreation.gov, especially in peak summer months. The fee is approximately $24/night. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water (seasonal), fire rings, and picnic tables. RVs up to 30 ft are allowed, but there are no hookups. Campers enjoy a peaceful, rustic setting with easy access to hiking trails like the Euchre Bar Trail and swimming or fishing in the river. Best visited May–October for warm days and manageable river levels.
StateCalifornia
WatershedLower Sacramento
Latitude39.1389°
Longitude-120.7922°
Amenities

What's on-site at Giant Gap Campground

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
Available
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
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Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

Time Condition Temp (°F) Snow (in) Rain (in) Humidity (%) Wind (mps) Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Giant Gap Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Giant Gap
Shirttail Campground
Shirttail
Forbes Group Campground
Big Reservoir Campground
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Giant Gap Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Giant Gap Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Blue Canyon Alert 0.0 in 0.0 in
Blue Canyon 21.0 in 3.0 in
Grass Valley No. 2 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Meadow Lk Snow Course 21.2 in 0.2 in
Soda Springs 1.5 Ssw 0.0 in 0.0 in
Nohrsc Css Lab 1.0 in 0.0 in

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

Pack it in, pack it out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know before you go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize campfire impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave what you find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Giant Gap Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Giant Gap Campground

Can I make reservations at Giant Gap Campground?

Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Giant Gap Campground?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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Other campgrounds near here

Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Giant Gap Campground.

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Manage alerts in the Snoflo app

Custom push alerts are configured in the iOS app -- favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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