Airport Flat Campground

56 reviews

Pollock Pines, CA 95726, USA

Airport Flat Campground Introduce

Nestled in the heart of Pollock Pines, California, Airport Flat Campground offers a rustic and tranquil camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground is ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in nature. With 15 individual campsites and a group campsite (currently unavailable due to Covid-19), Airport Flat Campground provides a unique opportunity to connect with the great outdoors.

The campground features essential amenities such as communal toilets, garbage and recycling facilities, and a campfire pit at each site. Bear lockers are available to ensure your food stays safe from wildlife, and parking is conveniently located at each campsite. However, it's important to note that there is no running water or electricity, and cell service is limited, making it a true off-the-grid experience.

One of the highlights of Airport Flat Campground is the small stream that runs nearby, offering a refreshing spot to wade and relax in the cool water. The area is teeming with wildlife, including water snakes and other critters, adding to the natural charm of the campground. The surrounding environment is lush with large trees, creating a picturesque setting for your camping adventure.

Access to the campground is easy, with a paved road leading to the site and gravel paths connecting each campsite. This makes it accessible for all types of vehicles. Camping is free, and availability is on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot.

Here are some key features of Airport Flat Campground:

15 individual campsites with bear lockers and fire pits
Group campsite (currently unavailable due to Covid-19)
Communal toilets and garbage/recycling facilities
No running water or electricity
Limited cell service (T-Mobile and likely other carriers)
Small stream for wading and relaxation
Free camping with first-come, first-served availability

Customer feedback highlights the peaceful and quiet atmosphere of the campground, with many visitors appreciating the natural beauty and the opportunity to disconnect from technology. One reviewer noted, "My stay was quiet and peaceful. The area is beautiful with large trees all around." Another mentioned, "There's a small stream that was nice to wade and relax in the cool water."

Whether you're an experienced camper or new to the outdoors, Airport Flat Campground offers a unique and memorable experience. Pack your essentials, including water and a portable gas grill, and get ready to enjoy a true nature retreat in Pollock Pines, CA.

Details

Amenities
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids

Parking
On-site parking

Location

California El Dorado County Pollock Pines

Customer Reviews

4.0

56 reviews

Jonathan

Jun 13, 2024

A rugged campground that is not easy to get to. It does have bear lockers and fire pits. There's a small stream that was nice to wade and relax in the cool water. We saw a couple of water snakes and other critters as well as a good amount of traffic from people who appeared to be camping here and then wheeling the Rubicon.

Zachary Kaneshiro

Aug 18, 2020

The basics: Amenities include a few communal toilets, garbage and recycling, and a campfire pit, a bear box, and parking at each campsite. There is no running water or electricity. There is no cell service (T-Mobile but likely all other carries as well) The road leading to the campground is paved and the campground had gravel paths leading to each site. Any and all vehicles can easily access this campground. Camping is free, and availability is first come first serve. There are 15 individual campsites and what appears to be a group campsite which is currently unavailable due to Covid-19. I spent 2 nights at airport flats campground in the middle of August 2020. There was plenty of availability but that could be due to the pandemic and days of the week I stayed here. The weather was warm during the day, low 90's, and maybe 60 at night. This was when surrounding areas were will past the 100's and some breaking 110. There is a small stream that runs near the campground but it was only large enough to wade in at this time. The area is beautiful with large trees all around but there aren't any marked hiking trails so adventure at your own risk. My stay was quiet and peaceful. Make sure to pack in water and a portable gas grill as campfires may be prohibited depending on conditions.

Michael Littman

Nov 08, 2022

If you like solitude this is the place,very clean with bear boxes, Restrooms only,no water or garbage. The campsites are large and have multiple family sites. I really like this campground. Best of all it is Free. I believe you can stay for up to 14 days

Denice M.

Sep 21, 2023

It's a great free campground with a creek nearby. They have several spaces to choose from even if you have a large group. There is a picnic table at every site.

NomadShabs

Jul 16, 2023

Free mountain campground with a trout stream nearby. Amenities include pit toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. Very peaceful place full of pine trees.