Union Reservoir East campground
Union Reservoir East
The campground offers several amenities, including restrooms, picnic tables, fire pits, and drinking water. There are 37 campsites available, which can be reserved online or on a first-come-first-serve basis. Each site comes with a picnic table and fire pit, and there is a dump station available for RVs.
One interesting fact about the area is that Union Reservoir was created in the 1800s as a source of water for the local farmers. Today, it serves as a recreational area for visitors to the camping site.
The best time to visit Union Reservoir East is in the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is warm and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 70 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather, as temperatures can drop significantly at night. Overall, Union Reservoir East is an excellent destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful and scenic camping experience.
What's on-site at Union Reservoir East
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 Union Reservoir East, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union East Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Union West Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Utica Reservoir Campgrounds | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Spicer Meadow | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Spicer Reservoir Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Union Reservoir East -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca | 1,110 cfs | → |
| West Fork Carson River At Woodfords | 286 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| Leviathan C Ab Mine Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan Mine Adit Drain Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan C Channel Underdrain Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Union Reservoir East -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloods Creek | 0.3 in | -0.2 in | → |
| Nohrsc Elstanislaus Meadow (Goes) | 21.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Springs | 0.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Blue Lakes | 3.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Ebbetts Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blue Lakes | 0.0 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
- Wilderness Mokelumne
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park
- Grover Hot Springs State Park
- Toiyabe National Forest
- Heenan Lake Wildlife Area
- Wildlife Area Slinkard / Little Antelope
⚓ Boat launches
More boat launches →🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →🛶 Paddle runs
- Confluence With Clark Fork To Donnell Reservoir
- State Highway 108 To Donnell Reservoir
- Highway 4 To Salt Springs Reservoir
- Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence
- Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Middle Fork Stanislaus
- Headwaters To Wilderness Boundary
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 Union Reservoir East as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Union Reservoir East
Can I make reservations at Union Reservoir East?
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 Union Reservoir East?
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 Union Reservoir East.