Placerville, California
Finnon Lake Recreation Area
About Finnon Lake Recreation Area
ALL RV VEHICLES AND VEHICLES WITH TRAILERS MUST TAKE ROCK CREEK RD. (Even if your GPS says to use Mosquito Road). These vehicles will not fit and cannot cross the single-lane suspension Mosquito Bridge. These vehicles and trailers will be forced to turn around or back up to take Rock Creek Road. STRICT CANCELLATION POLICY - CANCEL WITHIN 8 DAYS TO RECEIVE A REFUND. OR CONTACT HIPCAMP TO CHANGE YOUR DATES. Smoke on the Water diner is open weekends, 530-622-1060. Hours Change. Use caution - twisty, narrow country road. If it's your first time, you might want to check out the route beforehand. From Sacramento on Hwy 50: At the second stop light, Spring St./Hwy 49, turn left, heading north about 1 block to the stop sign. Turn left, staying on Hwy 49, approximately 1 mile. Turn right on Hwy 193. Travel approximately 3.1 miles to Rock Creek Road. Turn onto Rock Creek Road and travel 8.9 miles to Finnon Lake/Diner on the Left. The campground is behind the Diner. Traveling West on 50 from Tahoe: Make a right on HWY 49 traveling north. Follow the above instructions. Welcome to Finnon Lake Recreation Area! The night skies above Finnon Lake will reveal stars unseen in California. Enjoy searching for bullfrogs, and watch the flock of Canadian Geese fly in right at sunset as the horizon blends into the watercolor sky. This private lake supports the fire protection efforts of the Mosquito Fire Protection District and the firefighters of this community. Community volunteers manage the lake for the residents and the Fire Station. The primary funding source for the Finnon Lake Restoration is the Sierra Nevada Conservancy, which was signed into law in 2004 with a mission to support “efforts that improve the environmental, economic and social well-being of the Sierra Nevada Region, its communities and the residents of California,” according to its Website. Finnon Lake is also home to a popular 18-hole disc golf course and Mosquito’s only restaurant, Smoke on the Water Diner, which is open on weekends only. 530-622-1060. During your stay, you can enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, paddling, hiking, or biking. Sites are from post to post. Our property is located in Placerville, California.
Accommodations on the property
- Primitive site
- RV site
Location
Placerville, California
Open in Google MapsWhat people say about their stay at Finnon Lake Recreation Area
Synthesized from 29 review mentions across 6 aspects.
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Setting & Nature
“Finnon Lake Campground offers campers a picturesque setting with easy access to a serene lake, making it a favorite among nature lovers. The campground is consistently praised for …”
14 mentions
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Cleanliness
“Facilities were clean”
5 mentions
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Family-Friendly
“We had such a great time, family time.”
4 mentions
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Pet-Friendly
“Kid and dog friendly.”
2 mentions
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Bathroom
“Cleanliness is a standout feature of the bathrooms at this campground. Many campers rave about the spotless conditions, with facilities well-stocked with essentials like toilet pap…”
2 mentions
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Host & Communication
“The hosts at this campground are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. Campers appreciate the warm welcome and the hosts' efforts to maintain cleanliness and o…”
2 mentions
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Recent reviews
[hipcamp aggregate summary]
the view. campsite very clean i loved it! i would come back in June. and next Easter!
Beautifull good lake for fishing, nice lawn for the kids. Clean bathrooms
We had a great time here at Finnon Lake. Caught 3 small mouth bass and one large mouth! Facilities were clean and the entire area was well maintained. Will come back again in the future!
Great campsite, amenities, and view. Had to drive about 30 minutes for good hiking trails. My dogs had a blast, camp sites were big enough other dogs weren’t too close.
Beautiful place to camp. We only stayed 1 out of the 2 nights because the weather forecast mentioned a storm on Sunday. But we loved it—clean bathrooms, and waking up to have breakfast in front of the lake was a 10/10 experience. We will definitely come back; we didn’t get to enjoy the lake with paddleboarding.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Finnon Lake Recreation Area located?
Finnon Lake Recreation Area is located in Placerville, California.
What types of accommodations does Finnon Lake Recreation Area offer?
Finnon Lake Recreation Area offers Primitive site, RV site. Specifics vary — verify the exact unit availability with the operator before booking.
How is Finnon Lake Recreation Area rated?
Finnon Lake Recreation Area has a 4.75/5 rating from 1,377 reviews on aggregate. Ratings reflect aggregate sentiment from public review platforms; we don't moderate operator reviews.
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