Sly Park Campground
Utility Owned Recreation Facility
Write a Review Sly Park Road Pollock Pines, CA 95726 530-295-6824 Reservations: 530-295-6810 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.725, -120.5694
Overview of Sly Park Campground
Last Price Paid: $37
Reported by Teri on 7/10/2023
Longest RV Reported: 36 feet (Class A)
Reported by “The mighty one” on 5/25/2021
Number of Sites 191
Reservations yes
Elevation 3,576 ft / 1,089 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Sly Park Campground 14 people have reviewed this location.
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Confirmed by 6 Users
Last reported 11/24/2019
Confirmed by 3 Users
Last reported 11/7/2021
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Last reported 4/14/2021
“Lovely But Busy!”
Reviewed 7/10/2023
| Nightly rate: | $37 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 42 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Class B) |
Overall Rating
We were very fortunate to camp in the Jenkinson loop, #42. Perfect for a class B or smaller. The view from there was lovely with a peek of the lake. However, this is definitely a very busy family camp. Late night parties and loud music. We were supposed to move to another site in the Sierra loop and have decided to cancel. The site tha... more
We were very fortunate to camp in the Jenkinson loop, #42. Perfect for a class B or smaller. The view from there was lovely with a peek of the lake. However, this is definitely a very busy family camp. Late night parties and loud music. We were supposed to move to another site in the Sierra loop and have decided to cancel. The site that we were supposed to move into, #98, was very close to its neighbors and, we prefer something a little more isolated. Also, the sites are well used and very dusty. Lots of spiderwebs under the tables and not well-maintained.
Dump station easy to use and water was accessible near our campsite.
Teri would stay here again
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“Well Maintained No Frills ”
Reviewed 10/17/2022
| Nightly rate: | $40 |
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| Site Number: | 122 |
Overall Rating
The woman at the checkin kiosk was very friendly and helpful. We had called ahead when booking to find a spot easy to get into for our trailer and we were happy with the Hilltop area. The water level of the lake is very low, but there’s a nice walk/hike to the waterfall that still had good water flow. Our campsite was good sized for ... more
The woman at the checkin kiosk was very friendly and helpful. We had called ahead when booking to find a spot easy to get into for our trailer and we were happy with the Hilltop area.
The water level of the lake is very low, but there’s a nice walk/hike to the waterfall that still had good water flow. Our campsite was good sized for our small trailer and a tent. No hookups, vault toilets, and a back-in dump station at the exit on your way out.
I will say that it looks like many campsites aren’t level. Ours was right by a family campsite which was a little noisy.
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T-Mobile
Nick would stay here again
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“Serene and East to Get to Fall Camping”
Reviewed 11/7/2021
| Nightly rate: | $25 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 15 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Class B) |
Overall Rating
We were first timers here and will return. Perfect spot to camp if visiting the nearby Apple Hill area and its plentiful apple orchards, wineries and hard cider breweries. Sly Park is perfect for a November trip when the campground is near-empty, Fall colors are present and wildlife is on stage. We were lucky to witness two bald eagle... more
We were first timers here and will return. Perfect spot to camp if visiting the nearby Apple Hill area and its plentiful apple orchards, wineries and hard cider breweries. Sly Park is perfect for a November trip when the campground is near-empty, Fall colors are present and wildlife is on stage. We were lucky to witness two bald eagles fly closely above our heads with a freshly caught fish dangling from its talons. Our waterview spot in the Pinecone Campground was large, level and serene. The campground is open year-round, with most of the "back area" campgrounds closed off once it is Winter. On our November visit, the park ranger was making rounds to shut off water, though the pit toilets were still open. No dump fee for registered campers. Great spot for hiking, biking and mountain biking. And terrific for kayakers, especially in off-season when the motorboats are gone.
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AT&T 4G
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“Beautiful but hard to get to”
Reviewed 5/25/2021
| Nightly rate: | $38 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 94 |
| RV Length: | 36' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
That’s why it’s so beautiful. No hookups except for water. But the views and lake are spectacular. We have a large setup, so it was tricky for us (59ft). But for a more reasonable rig it should be great.
“The mighty one” would stay here again
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“Super beautiful campground with a waterfall you can’t miss!”
Reviewed 4/14/2021
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | Stonebraker 17 |
Overall Rating
We love camping at Sky Park! Jenkinson lake is very beautiful and great swimming in the summer! You can hike around the whole lake (8.5miles) but you don’t have to do the whole thing to see the 33ft waterfall! It is at its best around May. We saw it in April and it was huge! I wish it had been hot enough to swim! The campground is bro... more
We love camping at Sky Park! Jenkinson lake is very beautiful and great swimming in the summer! You can hike around the whole lake (8.5miles) but you don’t have to do the whole thing to see the 33ft waterfall! It is at its best around May. We saw it in April and it was huge! I wish it had been hot enough to swim!
The campground is broken up into 9 different sections. I love everything from Stonebraker and back. Before that in the pinecone and Sierra areas the sites are a bit sunny and closer together for me. It’s always full though, so people don’t seem to mind it!
It’s very beautiful out there, read carefully about what type of site you are looking for. You’ll be sure to have a great time there!
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campmelo would stay here again
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“Expensive Premium Water View Sites”
Reviewed 11/24/2019
| Nightly rate: | $50 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 68 |
Overall Rating
Came here at the beginning of November as our original destination had unknowingly closed for the season. Arrived on a Thursday and the campground was deserted, which was really nice. A bit surprised at the cost of a premium water site being $50 + $5 pet fee per night, but we had a great view of the lake and the sunsets. Wish the water... more
Came here at the beginning of November as our original destination had unknowingly closed for the season. Arrived on a Thursday and the campground was deserted, which was really nice. A bit surprised at the cost of a premium water site being $50 + $5 pet fee per night, but we had a great view of the lake and the sunsets. Wish the water level was higher, made getting our kayaks in the water difficult as there was a pretty good drop off near most the sites and required a bit of work to get them down to the lake. There are spigots spread around the campground and pit toilets not far away. No showers available and the dump near the entrance was a bit wonky where you need to drive forward then back into the dump location. We had good coverage with our Verizon phones and our T Mobil hotspot worked well.
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Verizon 4G
P-Dub would stay here again
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“$50/night for What?”
Reviewed 4/10/2019
| Nightly rate: | $50 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 69 |
| RV Length: | 36' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
Pros:
View
Open
Quiet
Cons:
Cost
NARROW access roads
Sites not level
Sites on top of each other
No hook-ups
Poor cell service even with booster (Verizon)
Poorly engineered dump station
Extra fees for pets
Two pages of rules
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Verizon 4G
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“Few campers in winter and low fees”
Reviewed 3/22/2019
| Nightly rate: | $25 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 73 |
| RV Length: | 17' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Pros: -Level site -Access to trails up to 20 trails (feet, horse, bike) -Dump station (back in) -Access to lake for boating -Activities: Kayak and paddle board rentals. Also, water skiing, wake boarding, canoeing, fishing, and sailing if you have a boat. -Several great fishing locations from the shore -Reservation system gives... more
Pros:
-Level site
-Access to trails up to 20 trails (feet, horse, bike)
-Dump station (back in)
-Access to lake for boating
-Activities: Kayak and paddle board rentals. Also, water skiing, wake boarding, canoeing, fishing, and sailing if you have a boat.
-Several great fishing locations from the shore
-Reservation system gives great descriptions of sites, including photos
Cons:
-Contractor generator use allowed
-Dump station is difficult to navigate (back in)
-Sites are difficult to back into
-Lots of random fees!
For more information, see my blog: https://crystynchase.wordpress.com/2019/03/23/camping-sly-park-jenkinson-lake/
Travels and Travails would stay here again
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“We stopped only to dump.”
Reviewed 12/15/2018
Overall Rating
$20 fee and a VERY UNLEVEL, small, back-in only dump site. Could not empty our tanks because it was so unlevel. We asked and we’re issued a refund, no problem. Staff was very helpful.
T-Mobile 4G
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“Excellent Park”
Reviewed 11/29/2018
| Nightly rate: | $69 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | Sierra #95 |
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No hookups, but dump station is at exit ($20 fee). Stayed here from 11/26 through 11/28. Cold with off-and-on rain. Super quiet during our stay and we were the only ones in the campground. Takes 15 mins to get to the park from HWY 50. Chain grocery store, fast food, fuel, coffee shops and others are nearby at the HWY exit. Roads ... more
No hookups, but dump station is at exit ($20 fee). Stayed here from 11/26 through 11/28. Cold with off-and-on rain. Super quiet during our stay and we were the only ones in the campground. Takes 15 mins to get to the park from HWY 50. Chain grocery store, fast food, fuel, coffee shops and others are nearby at the HWY exit. Roads in campground are paved and narrow - akin to one way. But, passing is possible with patience, skill and some manuevering - just look down the road and through turns. Campground is extremely well maintained. Pitch black at night - seeing the stars again was wonderful. Park and lake were serene during our stay. Pet friendly ($5/day/pet) and leash law applies. Staff and tree maintenance crews were absolutely wonderful, friendly and accommodating. Park patrol rolls through between 7-8AM and 6-8PM. Cell coverage (Verizon) was close to nonexistent. Pics of all sites and description on the utility website were absolutely accurate. Money well spent, and planning our next stay (during off-peak season).
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Verizon 4G
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- boat ramp
- boat rental
- fishing
- marina
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: vault
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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