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French Meadows Reservoir

Olympic Valley, California · Placer County · Facility

4/27/2018: Mosquito Ridge Road is plowed to French Meadows but the road around the reservoir is not plowed. You are not able to reach the boat ramp or the campgrounds at this time. A CDF&W target fishery for hatchery catchables. Good boat launching facilities and campgrounds. 5,000 lbs of catchable rainbow trout were p…

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About French Meadows Reservoir

4/27/2018: Mosquito Ridge Road is plowed to French Meadows but the road around the reservoir is not plowed. You are not able to reach the boat ramp or the campgrounds at this time. A CDF&W target fishery for hatchery catchables. Good boat launching facilities and campgrounds. 5,000 lbs of catchable rainbow trout were planted in 2014. 25,000 Eagle Lake trout fingerlings have also been stocked historically. Large rainbow and brown trout can be found in the lake and in the river above and below the dam. The area around the lake is a State Game Refuge and no firearms are permitted. Be aware that many areas around the reservoir and into Duncan Canyon burned in the 2001 Star Fire. Use caution in burned areas due to safety hazards from dead trees.

Plan Your Visit to French Meadows Reservoir

Heading to French Meadows Reservoir? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for French Meadows Reservoir?

No central reservation system listed for French Meadows Reservoir. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251827) for the latest entry policy and availability.