Azalea Cove Campground is spread along the east shore of Union Valley Reservoir in the beautiful Crystal Basin. This walk-in or boat-in campground is only about ½ mile by foot from the nearest parking area or a mile by boat from the nearest launch ramp. Campers must bring in their own water, but other typical campground features are provided. Camping is free.
The 10 campsites at Azalea Cove Campground are well spaced out and set back in the trees for privacy, but still with views of the lake. The bike trail which extends 4½ miles around the lake runs between the campsites and lake shore.
| Azalea Cove Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Azalea Cove Campground Location: | Off Ice House Road, 16 miles from Highway 50 |
| Elevation: | 4,860 feet |
| Miles/Driving time: | Sacramento - 81 miles, 1:43 |
| Camping Season: | Open late-May through early September |
| Number of Sites: | 10 |
| Max. People per Site: | 6 (including children) |
| Vehicles per Site: | 2, fee for 2nd vehicle |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | Eldorado National Forest |
| Placerville Ranger District: | (530) 644-2324 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| No Reservations: | All the campsites at Azalea Cove Campground are first-come, first-served. |
| Maximum Vehicle Length: | NA |
| Wheelchair accessible Sites: | Some are accessible |
| Fees: | None |
| Check-in, check-out: | 2:00 PM, 1:00 PM |
| Azalea Cove Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic table, fire ring |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, no potable water |
| Showers: | Available at Fashoda Campground |
| Dump Station: | No |
| Attractions near Azalea Cove Campground: | Enjioy Union Valley Reservoir for boating and fishing. Hike or bike around most of the lake on the paved Bike Trail. Take advantage of Sunset Boat Ramp. Visit Ice House Reservoir and Loon Lake.
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When making reservations be sure that your vehicle will fit in the space indicated on the reservations website. Information is available at the Crystal Information Station east of Union Valley Reservoir on Ice House Road during the summer.
Horses and motor vehicles are not permitted on the bike trails at Union Valley Reservoir. Horses are permitted on the Ice House Reservoir bike trail.
Azalea Cove Campground
Visitors to Azalea Cove Campground at Union Valley Reservoir in the Eldorado National Forest find some wonderful outdoor adventures nearby.
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