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Gerle Creek
Total sites: 50
Available Today: 42 FF*
Available this Weekend: 42 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 42 FF*
Available this Weekend: 42 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
5,265 ft
79°F
53°F
53°F
no signal
Eldorado National Forest › Pacific Ranger District › California
› El Dorado County
› Pollock Pines
› Gerle Creek Campground
Gerle Creek Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Gerle Creek Campground is located in the Pacific Ranger District, Eldorado National Forest (2 hrs 18 min west of Carson City, NV) with an elevation of 5,265 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites including 31 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $28.00 to $56.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (117)
4.8 out of 5
| 5 star | 84% | |
| 4 star | 11% | |
| 3 star | 3% | |
| 2 star | 1% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
@JimO4036574 · Camped on Aug 24, 2025 at Campsite #14
Gerle Creek is a great campground that has many wonderful things to do outside of the normal day to day life! Camping, hiking, fishing, swimming - (jumping off the rock into the lake) and mountain bike riding are some of the key things to do at Gerle.Jim
@MariaS7326155 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #32
Hosts were great! Super clean campground.
@CharlaJB5C6071 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #43
We were at campsite 43. Perfect spot. Everyone was tent camping at this campground which is a priority for us so we don't hear other peoples tvs or generators running. Lived everything about this campground. Hosts kept the campground so clean. I commend them. They were amazing!
@KristiM9431385 · Camped on Aug 5, 2025 at Campsite #50
Great campsites, beautiful small lake. Very quiet and peaceful.
@VincentSD1800D · Camped on Aug 3, 2025 at Campsite #41
The family and I had a great time at Gerle Creek campgrounds. The site was clean and ready upon arrival. The camp hosts stopped by shortly after our arrival and were very friendly and willing to help with anything that may come up. The hiking trails are nice and scenic, very enjoyable. The reservoir isn't a far walk no matter where your particular site is and was very fun.
@KielL2C3549587 · Camped on Aug 1, 2025 at Campsite #40
Very quiet spot at the end of the campground, right next to the host site. Site stayed pretty shady and was very spacious for a single site. Hosts here were very active (in a good way), providing suggestions and answers to questions, checking in, and keeping loud neighbors compliant with the noise rules. Plenty of firewood for sale at the host site for $10/bundle. Overall one of the best experiences we've had and would definitely camp here again. One note: Robb's Resort was our planned go-to for extra ice and supplies, but they no longer operate except on major holidays. Ice House Resort is the only spot for supplies now, which is about 30 minutes down Ice House Road. Be prepared and grab what you need on the way up.
@MarkH6047851 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #44
A nice destination. Not very crowded. The water is a short walk away. The campground host is helpful and keeps the facilities clean and orderly.
@CorinneC346310 · Camped on Jul 27, 2025 at Campsite #18
Friendly, helpful, respectful camp host family.
@MissyC6183949 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #44
This was one of the best campsites I've used in a long time. Sites are much bigger and spread out when you actually see it in real life. I love that it's further away from the highway, it's really quiet, has great stars, and no signal. The creek and reservoir access is also super easy to get to, there's even a small parking lot so yo could drive your floaties down from your campsite if you want. This little greek and reservoir feels really safe since the current keeps you in the same area. It was easy to go and get a little spot on the tiny beach for the day. The camp hist was so nice and helpful. They even have firewood. The bathrooms are well maintained for campsite bathrooms. We can't wait to come back to this camp next year!44 is awesome btw - just watch for the morning sun over the picnic table. Bring a popup tent. Ht otherwise very shaded campsite that felt secluded even though it was in the center.
@margaretl93123 · Camped on Jul 23, 2025 at Campsite #4
The camp hosts were available, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The campground was clean everywhere - campsites, parking areas, outhouses, trails, and beaches. Our campsite was spacious and had helpful and useful amenities. Well be back!
@JohnW4841416 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #50
Beautiful
@SHANNONECE1A76 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #8
Gorgeous family campground -- hosts are great at keeping the sites clean and the noise down during quiet hours.
@BethK9EC076EDA · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #17
Quiet, clean, beautiful and the lake is amazing
@MatthewW543034 · Camped on Jul 14, 2025 at Campsite #9
Summer weekends get busy and noisy, but mid-week is wonderfully quiet. It felt like we almost had the lake to ourselves when we were there Tues and Wed. Plenty to do within a 15min walk or drive. Very nice and welcoming camp hosts. Great spot!!
@GinoR437D77F2E · Camped on Jul 13, 2025 at Campsite #4
First time there and it was a nice campground. The lake was nice, no power boats or jet skis. Had a great time with the paddle boards and kayak. The fishing wasnt that good though.
@LisaM2898345 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #8
As always Gerle Creek never disappoints! Camp hosts are super friendly, bathrooms are clean and the campground is so relaxing!
@DarrellPDE5317 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #7
This is a great campground. Short walk to the lake, spaces are roomy with nobody right on top of you, bathrooms are kept clean
@KarenS4720852 · Camped on Jul 9, 2025 at Campsite #7
Wonderful!
@AlexG3369952 · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #30
This is our second time camping at Gerle Creek and we will continue to come back! The area is beautiful, amenities are clean, the perfect nature getaway!
@KarenC7594177 · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #50
Super nice and hospitable camp hosts this year. The camp was clean, bathrooms well kept, nice addition of receptacles for sorting wanted camp equipment/ recycling items.
@LindsayE694961 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025 at Campsite #30
1) Gorgeous scenery - amazing little hikes around the lake & crystal clear water & 2) Great campground - clean bathrooms, amazing camp host. Couldn't ask for anything more!
@SheilaC9075055 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025 at Campsite #12
This is a delightful, small camp ground that calls you back year after year. The new camp host are so welcoming and keep the camp in wonderful condition. The only reason I didnt give this particular experience five stars was because of the late noise of our neighbors generator. The lake is so inviting for people of all ages.Thank you!
@Gabriella6461B · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #21
Serene and clean! This spot is a gem. Camp host was very nice as well. Love that its dog friendly.
@AmbieWilCBB5FA · Camped on Jun 25, 2025 at Campsite #38
I love the small size of the reservoir, no motorized vessels allowed. This promotes a family friendly campground. Restrooms were always clean and well stocked, campsites and parking also very clean.
@ChrisM7DB425DC · Camped on Jun 19, 2025 at Campsite #44
Good time but wrong site.
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