Recreation area

Ralston Picnic Site

Tahoe National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Located twelve miles east of Foresthill on Mosquito Ridge Road (forest road 96) and one mile south on Forest Road 23.  Located on the Middle Fork of the American River.  Five picnic sites with tables and fire rings.  Firewood scarce.

Activities

  • PICNICKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.