Gates Group Campground is a remote group camping facility at 5,200 feet elevation on French Meadows Reservoir's north shore, offering three group sites (two for 25 people, one for 75 people) with vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings.

The campground provides access to fishing and boating on the North Fork American River and French Meadows Reservoir, with two boat ramps within three miles, plus hiking and biking trails including the Western States Trail.

Note: This is an extremely remote location 36 miles from Foresthill with no cell service; reservations are required at least 4 days in advance, and high-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended, especially during winter months.