Koa Placerville campground
Koa Placerville
Reservations are accepted at KOA Placerville, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsite in advance. It is highly recommended to make a reservation, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The campground also offers a variety of activities and events throughout the year, such as pancake breakfasts, ice cream socials, and movie nights.
The best time to visit KOA Placerville is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. However, it is worth noting that the campground can get quite busy during this time. Therefore, if you prefer a quieter camping experience, visiting during the shoulder seasons, such as spring or fall, would be more suitable.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife, particularly bears. It is important to properly store food and dispose of trash to avoid attracting these animals. Additionally, campers should be aware of the fire restrictions and regulations in the area to prevent any accidental wildfires. KOA Placerville offers a beautiful and well-equipped camping experience in the heart of California, making it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Koa Placerville
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Koa Placerville, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mother Lode River Center | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Folsom Lake Peninsula Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Finnon Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bp49 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Koa Placerville -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deer C Nr Cameron Park Ca | 8 cfs | → |
| Cosumnes R A Michigan Bar Ca | 317 cfs | → |
| American R A Fair Oaks Ca | 3,830 cfs | → |
| Nf American R A North Fork Dam Ca | 673 cfs | → |
| Dry C A Vernon St Bridge A Roseville Ca | 159 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Bl Mutton Canyon Nr Georgetown Ca | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Koa Placerville -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grass Valley No. 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Alpha | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Forni Ridge | 1.1 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Blue Canyon Alert | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blue Canyon | 21.0 in | 3.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Silver Lake (Goes) | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Bradford Park
- Rasmussen Community Park
- Christa Mcauliffe Park
- Gold Bug Park
- Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
- Lumsden Park
Boat launches
- Rock Creek Road El Dorado County
- Green Valley Road 661, El Dorado Hills
- River Trail El Dorado County
- Oaks Nature Trail El Dorado County
- Oak Hill Road 7935, Pilot Hill
- Park Road, Granite Bay
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 Koa Placerville as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Koa Placerville
Can I make reservations at Koa Placerville?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Koa Placerville?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Koa Placerville.