Pipi Overview

Pipi campground has 49 campsites in a forested area along the Middle Fork of the Cosumnes River in the central Sierra Nevada mountain range. Most sites allow for a max of 6 guests and 2 vehicles but a few other campsites can accommodate more people/vehicles.

Pipi Campground allows for RV, trailer, as well as tent camping. Some of the sites are tent only, while others allow for RVs and trailers. In addition, depending on the site, the max vehicle length is 18ft-35ft. Reservations are available from late May until early September. However, sites are available on a first come first serve basis from early September until the end of October.

Pipi is pet friendly and many cedar and fir trees provide plenty of shade for everyone. Pets must be on a leash at all times. Also, there is no cell service here. Bears also frequent the area so all necessary items must be properly taken care of.

Amenities at this campground and campsites include picnic tables, fire pits, BBQs, as well as grills/fire rings. Also, there are vault toilets and drinking water. The closest dump station options are Silver Fork Campground (36mi northeast), Plasse’s Resort at Silver Lake (31mi east), and Sly Park Recreation Area (31mi northwest).

Pipi – Area & Recreation

There are many things to do at Pipi Campground and the surrounding area. Some of the more popular activities are swimming, hiking, as well as fishing. Rainbow trout are catchable in the Middle Fork Cosumnes River. Wheelchair accessible fishing is possible from the river walkway. Also, interpretive programs take place during the peak season from the end of May until early September. There is also a OHV Staging area less than 10 minutes away.

South Lake Tahoe is a great place to visit and is only about 1.5 hours away while Sacramento is about 2 hours away.

Other campgrounds you might like are Middle Fork Cosumnes, White Azalea, South Shore, Bear River Group, as well as Pardoes Point.

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Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service - None
• Drinking Water
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Grills
• Hiking & Biking Trails
• Pets OK

Activities

• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Programs
• Nature Trails
• OHVing
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Swimming
• Wading
• Wildlife Viewing