Summary
Reservations are required, and there are nightly fees. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, and BBQ grills. RVs are welcome, but there are no hookups. The area is ideal for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and hiking, with scenic trails like the 8.5-mile loop around Jenkinson Lake. Towering pines and serene lake views create a relaxed, family-friendly vibe. The best time to visit is late spring through early fall for warm days and cool nights. No dispersed camping is allowed.
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Sly Park
Weather Forecast
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Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines
Cosumnes Mine Road To Confluence With Steely Fork Cosumnes River
Confluence With Van Horn Creek To Cosumnes Mine Road
Confluence With Dogtown Creek To West Nf Boundary
Two Miles West Of Pipi Campground To Confluence With Dogtown Creek