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Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area

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Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area is located near Lake Tahoe, offering a terrain of forested areas and lakefront views. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer, providing varied seasonal experiences. Nearby attractions include the Vikingsholm Castle and Eagle Falls, which are accessible for exploration.

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California Department of Parks and Recreation

Emerald Bay State Park

Boat-In Camp Area

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Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area is located in California

Coordinates

38.9598888069999 N
120.096555255 W

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Drive Time

55 min from Carson City
1 hr 8 min from Reno
1 hr 54 min from Sacramento
2 hrs 16 min from Yuba City

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Angel K.

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Reviewed Jun. 24, 2016

Great views

Amazing views, what do you expect, it's Tahoe! Campsite is only accessible via boat or hike in from the road. Hike down wasn't bad at all, you can take a paved service road down, about 1.5 miles. Easy access to nearby hiking trails, Vikingsholm mansion, and Eagle Falls. The hike in/boat access limits the number of people, so the site isn't too crowded. Highly recommended with such beautiful views of the lake!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area?

There are 18 campsites at Emerald Bay State Park Boat-In Camp Area and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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