ICE HOUSE

Overview Ice House Campground is surrounded by a mixed conifer forest on the shores of Ice House Reservoir. Just 12 miles from Riverton, CA, the campground offers hiking, biking, jet skiing and fishing. Ponderosa pine is a pleasing part of the surrounding region.

The trees fill the air with a vanilla aroma and it's the tallest known pine tree in the country. 35 feet tall. Recreation Enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating on Ice House Reservoir.

Rainbow, brown, and trout swim in these waters. A boat ramp is located on-site. 1 miles along ridge tops and shaded northern slopes.

The trail boasts views of the reservoir and the Crystal Range. Facilities Amenities include a picnic area, drinking water faucets, vault toilets, showers, and a dump station. Firewood is sold on-site and a nearby resort offers a restaurant, gas and limited groceries.

The facility was newly renovated in 2022. Natural Features Some campsites at Ice House are right on the shoreline while others are set back just enough for plenty of shade from towering ponderosa pines, cedars and Manzanita bushes. The reservoir spans 700 acres at 5,500 feet elevation.

The area is part of the Eldorado National Forest, which stretches across the famed gold mining territory of the 1800s. Its climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters. 2-mile hiking trail.

The glorious waterfall cascades over a 109-foot granite cliff. Charges & Cancellations Change Fee: A service fee may be charged at the time a modification is made depending on the changes. Cancellation Fee: A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refunds for a cancelled reservation.

Cut-Off Window: The latest date and/or time that you can make an advanced reservation or a change to an existing reservation.