Frequently Asked Questions!

What FIRE RESTRICTIONS are in place because of wildfire risk?

Not allowed at any time or under any Fire Index Rating

• Use of fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices


• Use of chainsaws


• Use of firearms, air rifles, or gas guns


• Use of explosives


• Any open flame outside of designated fire rings or BBQs (e.g. non-designated fire rings, tiki torches, etc.)


• Driving vehicles off designated roads


• Parking vehicles outside designated parking areas

Wildfire risk mitigation measures for allowed activities (subject to applicable fire index rating)

 

The following must have at least 10 feet of clearance from vegetation and flammable materials:

• Fires (allowed in designated structures only, must be supervised at all times and be fully extinguished prior to leaving the site)


• Charcoal grills and generators

The following must have at least 3 feet of clearance from vegetation and flammable materials:

• Petroleum and liquid petroleum gas devices


• Battery powered devices, cord powered devices and power cords


• Smoking (must have a butt receptacle and a bucket of water)


• Citronella candles (no other types of candles are allowed)

Fire Index Rating based restrictions

When the Fire Index Rating is R4 (Very High):

• Use of charcoal grills will be prohibited.

When the Fire Index Rating is R5 (Extreme):

• all fires will be prohibited


• smoking will only be allowed within vehicles/RVs

When the Fire Index Rating is R5-PLUS (Extreme Plus):

• all fires and flames will be prohibited, including petroleum and LPG devices

the following activities will be restricted to within vehicles/RVs: smoking, use of generators, use of battery powered devices with motors, extension cords, devices with power cords

What is the Camping Season?

The PG&E reservation system will open of the 2019 camping season on: 

Monday April 1, 2019 at 8:00 am - reservation of 7 nights or more at group campgrounds and individual campsites.

Monday April 15, 2019 at 8:00 am - all other reservations.

Most of our campgrounds are at higher elevations and therefore are not open year round.Typically they open in the spring soon after snow melt and they generally close in the fall when temperatures drop and camper use decreases. The actual opening  and closing dates for each campground is dependent on the elevation and weather so our estimated dates are subject to change.

How do I make a reservation?

All Reservations are made online, with a 2 night minimum and are subject to a reservation fee. Reservations cannot be made within 3 days of your desired arrival date. 

First Come First Serve sites are non-reservable. 

Important Notice: Reservations of (7) days or more made between April 1, 2019 and 8:00 am April 15, 2019 will not be eligible for a refund, at any time, regardless of whether the reservation is cancelled or the number of days reduced. 

What is the cancellation / change policies?

Important Notice: Reservations of seven (7) days or more made between April 1, 2019 and 8:00 am April 15, 2019 will not be eligible for a refund, at any time, regardless of whether the reservation is cancelled or the number of days reduced.

Cancellation Policy: The cancellation fee is $15.00 per site. Reservations that are cancelled within 7 days of the scheduled check-in are non-refundable.

Change Policy: Changes to the reservation are not allowed within 3 business days of the scheduled check-in date and are subject to a minimum $10 change fee.

Reservations and their associated fees are non-transferable to other camp sites within the campground or to other recreational facilities.

If an emergency or natural disaster forces a closure of a campground, we will attement to notify you as early as possible and refund all camping fees.

If you leave early, stay reductions do not qualify for a refund.

To make changes please e-mail recinfo@pge.com.

 

What are the RULES for the PG&E campgrounds?

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) facility rules provide a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone while protecting natural resources. This recreational facility is a benefit of PG&E’s hydroelectric system.

Click Here to download the PDF

 

What are the RULES for the PG&E Day Use Areas?

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) facility rules provide a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone while protecting natural resources. This recreational facility is a benefit of PG&E’s hydroelectric system.

Click Here to download the PDF

Can I reserve a First Come First Serve site?

No, First Come First Serve sites are non-reservable and cannot be secured prior to your arrival to the campground.

It is suggested that you arrive early in the day to secure your sites as there are no guarantees of availability. 

What if I don't have an account?

Create an account for easy access to your reservations.  Go to "My Account" at the top/right of the page to set up an account using your email address and passwod.

Can I bring my pet?

Yes, dogs and other pets are welcome! Dogs and other pets must be under owners physical control at all times and must not disturb other campers.  It is the owners resposibility to clean up after your pet and properly dispose of waste in trash recepticle.  Campers with unreasonalby noisy dogs/pets may be asked to leave to ensure an enjoyable experience for all campers.  Further, pets may not be left alone at the campsite or in any vehicles. 

How is the reservation season determined?

Some of ourcampgrounds offer reservations in addition to first come first serve camping.  At these campgrounds, since weather and snow melt are so unpredictable, our reservation season is shorter than our camping season. For example, at a particular campground we may plan to open the gates to first come first servecampers on May 1st but we may not begin our reservation season at that campground until May 20th. We’re trying to minimize the chances that we’ll have to cancel a reservation you made due to weather conditions or snow melt. Where possible, our typical reservation season starts the Monday before Memorial weekend and closes a week after Labor Day weekend.