Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bayview
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/10/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: South Lake Tahoe
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In South Lake Tahoe, CA, where US Rt. 50 and State Rt. 89 split
into Rt. 50 east and Rt. 89 north, take Rt. 89 north (to Tahoe
City) 7.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,800 ft.
The campground is a single loop in a stand of mixed conifers
including White fir and Sugar pine. The trailhead to Desolation
Wilderness is at far end of campground. The magnificent
[interpretive] Inspiration Point Vista of Emerald Bay - Lake
Tahoe is directly across the street form campground entrance.
This is a nice campground for tent campers with bear-proof food
containers.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 13 through October 14 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $18 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional charged on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 23'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Potable water usually available only through July.
WATER SPORTS - None
Access to Lake Tahoe and its many water sports is possible at
either Meeks Bay 8 miles north or South Lake Tahoe 8 miles south
of campground.
HIKING
Cascade Falls Trail (foot) - 0.75 miles
Granite Lakes Trail (foot & horse) - 1 miles
Access to network of trails in Desolution Wilderness
FISHING - No
Fishing in Lake Tahoe is available at Meeks Bay and South Lake
Tahoe, 8 miles away for either location.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Fallen Leaf
VISIT DATE: 07/16/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/10/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: South Lake Tahoe
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In South Lake Tahoe, CA, where US Rt. 50 and State Rt. 89 split
into Rt. 50 east and Rt. 89 north, take Rt. 89 north (to Tahoe
City) 3.1 miles to Fallen Leaf Lake sign. Turn left at sign onto
Fallen Leaf Rd and go 0.5 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,300 ft.
The campground is a series of 7 overlapping loops meandering
through a stand of mature Jeffrey pine, cedar, and fir trees.
Some camp sites are along wildflower-dotted meadows. Privacy is
good to excellent between camp sites. Although Fallen Leaf Lake
and Taylor Creek are not visible from campground, they are with
easy walking distance. Interpretive programs are available at
nearby visitor center. The campground is a good base camp for
exploring the many attractions in the Lake Tahoe area. This is
one reason why campground fills quickly and because most camp
sites are reservable, it is a good idea to make reservations.
Six yurts have been installed at the campground - reservations
are a must for them
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through October 16
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $36 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional charged on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 196
Total Sites: 196
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 196
No. Grilles on Sites: 196
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 31
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 50
No. Threaded: 12
WATER SPORTS - None
Access to Lake Tahoe and its many water activities are available
in South Lake Tahoe.
HIKING
Moraine Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 1 mile
FISHING - No
Fishing in Lake Tahoe is available in South Lake Tahoe.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Meeks Bay
UPDATE DATE: 3/8/2014
VISIT DATE: 3/10/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: South Lake Tahoe
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In South Lake Tahoe, CA, where US Rt. 50 and State Rt. 89 split
into Rt. 50 east and Rt. 89 north, take Rt. 89 north (to Tahoe
City) 16.3 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.
The campground, located on the western shore of Lake Tahoe, has
four tight unnamed loops. A sparse but pleasant mixture of
trees, ranging from Lodgepole pine to Aspen, provide some shade.
Many camp sites share parking aprons. Some traffic noise from
State Rt. 89 is likely. Some camp sites have a limited view of
Lake Tahoe which can be accessed by walking through the day-use
area. This is a snug campground without privacy between camp
sites. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through October 16
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $31 per day plus an additional $2 per day for holidays
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 38
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 38
No. Grilles on Sites: 38
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 24'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Tahoe is 22 miles long, 12 miles wide and 1,645 ft. deep.
The swimming beech is large and sandy. Boat ramp is available at
Meeks Bay Marina - fee is charged. Boat rentals available at
marina.
HIKING - No
Nearby Meeks Bay trail (foot & mountain bike) accesses the
Desolation Wilderness - no bikes in the wilderness.
FISHING
Kokanee salmon and Mackinaw, Rainbow, and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Nevada Beach
VISIT DATE: 07/15/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/10/2021
STATE: Nevada
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Stateline
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Stateline, NV, at intersection of US Rt. 50 and Stateline
Ave., take Rt. 50 north 1.8 miles to sign with campground symbol.
Turn left after sign onto Elks Point Rd and go 0.5 miles to
campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,100 ft.
The campground, on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe, is a series
of three unnamed loops in a stand of Jeffrey pine. Many camp
sites have a view of the lake. The loop nearest the beach is the
most open with little privacy between camp sites. The farther
from the beach, the more spacious the sites with sagebrush and
manzanita separating them. The beach offers a pleasant place to
stroll especially at sunset. Stateline, NV offers a cook's night
out and casinos. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 14 through October 16
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $36 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional on national holidays
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 53
Total Sites: 53
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 53
No. Grilles on Sites: 53
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The nearby Zephyr Cove campground
provides an RV waste station with no potable water - $10 fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 9
No. Threaded: 6
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Tahoe is 22 miles long, 12 miles wide and 1,645 ft. deep.
The beach is sandy.
HIKING
Lam Wa Tah Trail (foot & mountain bike) - 2.6 miles
FISHING
Kokanee salmon and Mackinaw, Rainbow, and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: William Kent
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2003
UPDATE DATE: 3/10/2021
STATE: California
REGION: Pacific Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Tahoe City
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Tahoe City, CA, take State Rt. 89 south 2.3 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,200 ft.
The campground is located in the middle of a residential area
across State Rt. 89 from Lake Tahoe. A pleasant variety of
trees, including Jeffrey pine and cedar, provide good shade.
With camp sites close together and little understory, privacy is
minimal. Some traffic noise from State Rt. 89 can be heard in
parts of the campground. The campground is convenient to the
many attractions of Tahoe City.
This is bear county; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Comment: Open May 14 through October 16
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $31 per day plus $2 per day additional on national holidays
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 90
Total Sites: 90
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 90
No. Grilles on Sites: 90
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The interior road is tight and the
RV waste station fee is $5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 17
No. Threaded: 12
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Tahoe is 22 miles long, 23 miles wide and 1,645 ft. deep.
Swimming beach is on other side of State Rt. 89.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Kokanee salmon and Mackinaw, Rainbow, and Brown trout
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