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Ponderosa RV Resort

7291 Hwy 49, Lotus, CA 95651 view map

Mountain RV Camp in California

Ponderosa RV Camping is conveniently located in the foothills of the Sierras at the South Fork of the American River, the most popular whitewater river in the United States. Guests of this RV camp in California enjoy fishing, rafting, swimming, kayaking, sunbathing and panning for gold, all within a few miles of the campground. On site, a gleaming swimming pool, bocci ball, horseshoes and a clubhouse make for relaxing pastimes at Ponderosa RV Camping in California.

Don't miss out on local attractions of the Sierra foothills. Award-winning wineries, casinos, skiing and numerous golf courses are just a short distance away.

One weekend of Ponderosa RV Camping is all it will take to ensure you return time and time again. Book your trip today and secure your campsite!

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Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fishing
  • WiFi
  • RV Storage
  • Pets Welcome
  • Nature / Hiking Trails
  • Restroom/Shower Facilities
  • Picnic/BBQ Area
  • Playground
  • Volleyball
  • Horseshoes
  • Billiards/Game Room
  • Bocci Ball

Rentals

Cabin (Sleeps 6/No Pets)

This cabin has a bedroom with queen bed and a sleeping nook with a set of twin bunk beds. In the living area is a sleeper sofa, dinette table, and satellite TV. The full-sized bathroom has a tub/shower combo. In the kitchen is a microwave, 2 burner stovetop (no oven), pots & pans, coffee maker, dinnerware for 6 and full-sized refrigerator. Outside is a BBQ grill and picnic table.

Linens are included. Linen packages include bedding and bath towels for two people. Extra linen packages are available upon request.

No pets in these rentals, please.

Cabin (Sleeps 6/Pet Friendly)

This cabin has a bedroom with queen bed and a sleeping nook with a pyramid bunk bed (double on the bottom, single on the top). In the living area is a sleeper sofa, dinette table, and satellite TV with DVD player. The full-sized bathroom has a tub/shower combo. In the kitchen is a microwave, 2 burner stovetop (no oven), pots & pans, coffee maker, dinnerware for 6 and full-sized refrigerator. Outside is a BBQ grill and picnic table. Linens are not included, although packages are available to rent. Please advise of your linen needs when booking. Linen packages include bedding and bath towels for two people. Pets welcome in this rental.

TT Cabin (Sleeps 2/Pet Friendly)

This 1-bedroom cottage has a full bed. In the living area two armchairs, dining table, and satellite TV. The full-sized bathroom has a shower. In the kitchen is a microwave, 4 burner gas stove with convection oven, pots & pans, coffee maker, dinnerware for 4 and full-sized refrigerator. Outside is a large covered deck, BBQ grill and picnic table.

Linens are included. Linen packages include bedding and bath towels for two people. Extra linen packages are available upon request.

Pets welcome in this rental.

Location

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Activities

Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Ponderosa RV Resort. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.

We currently offer the following activities:

  • Activities Center
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Bocci Ball
  • Creative arts and crafts classes and projects
  • Activities Director
  • Volleyball
  • Bingo/Card Playing
  • Children's Playground
  • Children's Programs ($)
  • Hiking Club
  • Planned Activities
  • Stream Fishing
  • Weekly Potlucks

Policies

General Policies & Information

  • Policies subject to change without notice.

Hours

  • Campsite check-in: 12 noon
  • Rental check-in: 4 p.m.
  • Check-out: 11 a.m.

Check-in/Check-out

  • Upon check-in you may be asked to provide a valid ID, and a certificate of insurance and registration for your camper. Members should also have their membership card on hand.
  • Guests aged 17 years and under at the time of check-in are considered children.
  • A completed Reservations for Minors form is required for all unaccompanied minors. Download this PDF form: http://www.rvonthego.com/images/PDF/Reservations-For-Minors061917.pdf.
  • Early check-in and/or late check-out may be available for an additional fee per option. If interested in either option, contact the management office in advance of your arrival to inquire about availability.

After Hours Arrival

  • To ensure a smooth check-in, all guests must arrive by 11 p.m. (peak season) or 10 p.m. (off season). If you’ll be arriving outside of these hours, give us a call during business hours at (530) 642-5830 to make arrangements for a late arrival. If you have made no arrangements for a late arrival, you're welcome to park in front of the campground and a ranger will assist you in the morning.

Reservation & Payment Policy

  • Your credit card will be charged Itinerary Total prior to arrival, up to a maximum deposit of one night rack rate. Any remaining balance is due prior to arrival.
  • Prices and site type are subject to availability.
  • The rates displayed do not include any applicable service fees or charges for optional incidentals.
  • RV sites and lodging typically accommodate four guests. A guest fee is added per day to the reservation rate for each additional guest over four.

Cancellations & Refunds

  • In the case of multiple sites booked, cancellation penalties apply to each site that is cancelled or changed.
  • No refunds will be issued for early check-out.
  • RV campsites: For stays 1 to 27 days, we allow full refunds for cancellations up to 2 days prior to your arrival date.
  • Rental accommodations: For stays 1 to 27 days, we allow full refunds for cancellations 7 days prior to your arrival date. For guests booking a stay in a rental accommodation located in California of 30 or fewer consecutive days, a full refund will be given for reservations cancelled within 24 hours of booking provided the reservation’s arrival date is at least 72 hours after the time of booking.
  • Long-term or seasonal stays: For stays 28 days to 184 days at an RV campsite or in a rental accommodation, if you cancel or change your reservation up to and including 45 days prior to your scheduled arrival date, we will issue a refund for the amounts paid by you. If you cancel your reservation and provide less than the required 45 days’ notice, you will forfeit your deposit amount. For guests booking a long-term or seasonal reservation in a rental accommodation in California (31 days to 184 days), if you cancel or change your reservation up to and including 45 days prior to your scheduled arrival date, we will issue a refund for the amounts paid by you. If you cancel your reservation and provide less than the required notice, you forfeit your deposit amount.
  • Annual stays: Due to the strong demand for our extended-stay reservations (lasting 185 days or more) and the limited site availability at many of our campgrounds and resorts, we recommend securing an extended-stay site by placing a site holding deposit. This deposit can be made at your convenience and consists of a $150 site holding fee, which is fully refundable under the following terms and conditions. Should an Agreement for Use of RV Site for your extended stay not be fully executed within seven (7) business days (excluding weekends and federal holidays) following our receipt of your $150 site holding deposit, or within any additional time needed between the parties to finalize the Agreement, then the site holding deposit ($150) is fully refundable to your original form of payment. Once we issue your refund, it may take an additional 7-10 days for your financial institution to make funds available in your account. Please contact us at (855) 336-8892 if you have not signed an Agreement for Use of RV Site or received a refund within that time frame. Please note that the $150 site holding deposit secures a site at your selected campground or resort, but does not secure a specific site. A manager or other employee working at that campground or resort should reach out to you after you make the $150 site holding deposit to discuss site location and the execution of an Agreement for Use of RV Site. In order to sign an Agreement for Use of RV Site allowing an extended stay at a campground or resort, you must meet residency requirements for seasonal or annual stays. If you become an annual guest pursuant to an executed Agreement for Use of RV Site, the $150 site holding deposit will then be applied to either the administrative fee (if applicable), or will be credited towards the annual site payment. Advertised rates do not include taxes and fees. Electricity is not included for stays of 30 days or longer. Usage of any seasonal or annual site may be limited to dates that the campground or resort is open. While, if you become a seasonal or annual guest pursuant to an Agreement for Use of RV Site, you may leave your RV on the site year-round, there are restrictions that limit the amount of time you may occupy your RV on the site that vary by campground and resort. Open dates and length of stay vary by campground and resort. Must be a current Thousand Trails member or purchase a Camping Pass membership in connection with seasonal or annual stays at Thousand Trails campground. Amenities vary by campground and resort. Please discuss details with the manager of the campground or resort that you select. Start the process for your longer stay by following this link.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are allowed. Read the entire Pet Policy here.
  • Rental Pet Policy: Pets are welcome. For those who camp with pets, there is a pet fee of $10 per pet per night for our pet-friendly rental lodging. The fee may vary at select properties. Service animals are not pets. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state/local laws regarding service animals. Service animals may accompany a disabled person without any proof of disability or certification for the service animal. Guests traveling with a service animal will not be charged a pet fee. Charges may be incurred, however, should a service animal damage the rental lodging.

Campground Services & Information

  • Tent sites are approximately 20' x 20' and cannot accommodate extra large tents. If you require extra tent space, please book an RV site.

 

 

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