Wench Creek Group

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations). Wench Creek Group is a National Forest campground near Placerville, California.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Placerville, California

National Forest
Managed by

Getting a site

Managed by: National Forest
Reservations: None, first-come
Fee: Fee unknown, see agency

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Sites and hookups

Group sites: 2

✓ Toilets
✓ Potable water

On site: Toilets and potable water.

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30

Access and cell service

Elevation: 4,965 ft

38.8881, -120.3673 in El Dorado. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Wench Creek Group?

No. Wench Creek Group is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.

How many campsites does Wench Creek Group have?

Wench Creek Group has 2 group sites.

Is there drinking water at Wench Creek Group?

Yes, Wench Creek Group has potable water. It also has toilets.

Who manages Wench Creek Group?

Wench Creek Group is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Wench Creek Group

Hot springs and swimming nearby

swimholesmap.com · within 30 miles

Nearest to Wench Creek Group, in straight-line miles: Emerald Bay (swimming hole, 16 miles), Meeks Bay (swimming hole, 17 miles), Nevada Beach (swimming hole, 23 miles), Cave Rock (swimming hole, 25 miles), and David Walley's Hot Springs (hot spring, 29 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.