Nestled adjacent to the spot where gold was first found in California in 1848, Coloma Resort offers cabins, RV sites and tent camping alongside the South Fork of the American River. This family-friendly spot offers numerous amenities for families with kids and also is set-up to accommodate groups of all sizes. Read on for more info on planning a stay at Coloma Resort.

Location: 6921 Mount Murphy Rd, Coloma, CA 95613

Accommodation options:

Cabins (various sizes/amenities)

Authentic Covered Wagons

RV Camping

Tent Camping

Country Cottage (2 bedroom/2 bathroom, sleeps up to 6 people) with a full kitchen, private backyard & river views

Amenities that make this spot perfect for families:

Three playgrounds

Swimming pool

River access (including a little beach area away from the main current)

Basketball court, ping pong, soccer nets, oversized games and other equipment

Opportunities to raft, kayak & tube on-site or nearby

Campfire rings at every spot (subject to weather conditions)

Gold panning

Across the street from Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park

On-site store with snacks, drinks and the basics

What to pack:

Casual clothing, swimsuit and light jacket for mornings

Water shoes

Life jackets (required in the river for all ages)

Inner tubes for tubing (ensure they are heavier duty suitable for rivers/lakes)

Flash lights or headlamps for the evenings

Cooking Equipment/Food (for accommodations without kitchens)

Where to eat:

Argonaut: Coffee + Provisions, 331 CA-49, Coloma, CA 95613 (walkable from Coloma Resort) serving breakfast, lunch, coffee drinks, gelato and beer/wine.

Troublemakers Beer Garden, 7221 CA-49, Lotus, CA 95651 (3 min drive) serving bar food, flatbread pizzas & more with lots of dessert options. Outdoor seating with playground and lawn games plus live music most nights.

Family-friendly Riverside Camping in California’s Gold Country

Accommodation options:

Cabins (various sizes/amenities)

Authentic Covered Wagons

RV Camping

Tent Camping

Country Cottage (2 bedroom/2 bathroom, sleeps up to 6 people) with a full kitchen, private backyard & river views

Amenities that make this spot perfect for families:

Three playgrounds

Swimming pool

River access (including a little beach area away from the main current)

Basketball court, ping pong, soccer nets, oversized games and other equipment

Opportunities to raft, kayak & tube on-site or nearby

Campfire rings at every spot (subject to weather conditions)

Gold panning

Across the street from Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park

On-site store with snacks, drinks and the basics

What to pack:

Casual clothing, swimsuit and light jacket for mornings

Water shoes

Life jackets (required in the river for all ages)

Inner tubes for tubing (ensure they are heavier duty suitable for rivers/lakes)

Flash lights or headlamps for the evenings

Cooking Equipment/Food (for accommodations without kitchens)

Where to eat:

Argonaut: Coffee + Provisions, 331 CA-49, Coloma, CA 95613 (walkable from Coloma Resort) serving breakfast, lunch, coffee drinks, gelato and beer/wine.

Troublemakers Beer Garden, 7221 CA-49, Lotus, CA 95651 (3 min drive) serving bar food, flatbread pizzas & more with lots of dessert options. Outdoor seating with playground and lawn games plus live music most nights.

Gorilla Rock Taco, 7291 CA-49, Coloma, CA 95651 (3 min drive) serving tacos, burritos and more in a casual setting.