The Nugget Campground
The Nugget Campground
Nugget Campground is a popular base camp for South Fork American River paddlers and rafters, featuring tent sites, picnic tables, restrooms with showers, and on-site parking at 6045 Rafters Ln in Kelsey.
The campground serves as a convenient put-in/take-out point for kayaking and rafting teams working the American River, with wheelchair-accessible facilities and a tranquil setting ideal for water-based adventures.
Nearby points of interest
Find excellent fishing spots, easy access to boat ramps, and all the amenities you need for a memorable day. Your adventure starts here.
American River South Fork, Coloma Access
Chili Bar Access
El Dorado County Fairgrounds Pond Access
Finnon Reservoir Access
Henningsen Lotus Park Access
Hwy 49 Bridge Access
Levee Trail Access
Lotus Rd Access
Lumsden Pond Access
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Access
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- Chili Bar Boat Launch Site
- Chili Bar Boat Ramp
- Henningsen Lotus Park Boat Ramp
- Hwy 49 Bridge Boat Ramp
- American River South Fork, Coloma Access
- Chili Bar Access
- El Dorado County Fairgrounds Pond Access
- Finnon Reservoir Access
- Henningsen Lotus Park Access
- Hwy 49 Bridge Access
- Levee Trail Access
- Lotus Rd Access
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