SHIRTTAIL CREEK
federal · Foresthill, CA
- dump station1.4 mi
- fuel station8.8 mi

Joel Miller USFS November 2018. · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Shirttail Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating, OHV, and hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Fishing, swimming and both motorized and non-motorized boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized accessible trail connects recreation sites on the north shore with recreation sites on the south shore and has interpretive signs and shaded benches for rest breaks. The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing, white water boating, and swimming. Many miles of hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area. Facilities The campground offers single and double family campsites and one triple site; a few of the campsites are accessible. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as well as vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Natural Features Sugar Pine Reservoir covers 160 acres at an elevation of 3600 feet. The campground lies above the north shoreline, in a forest of manzanita and ponderosa pine. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night. Nearby Attractions Shirttail Creek Campground is a recreation site within the Sugar Pine Recreation Area which includes an additional family campground, a group campground, a boat ramp, and a day use picnic site, as well as a trail that circles the entire lake. The North Fork American Wild And Scenic River can be accessed near by. Other recreation opportunities include many hiking, equestrian, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 1.4 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 8.8 mi
fuel station
Foresthill Valero
- 9.4 mi
grocery
Worton's Market Foresthill
- 0.9 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.8 mi
trailhead
Green Valley Trailhead
- 4.7 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
- < 0.1 mi
recreation site
Manzanita Picnic/sugar Pine Swim
Contact & access
- 22830 Foresthill Road · Foresthill, CA 95631
- 530-367-2224
Reservations & demand
August weekends are typically reserved about 106 days ahead.
Based on 110 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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