Established Camping
Carr Lake Campground
Carr Lake Campground is located in the Tahoe National Forest near Nevada City, CA. The area features forested terrain with several lakes nearby, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the South Yuba River State Park.
Description
National Forest
Tahoe National Forest
Carr Lake Campground is a hike in (short hike) campground on a beautiful lake. There are eleven campsites, operated by PG&E.; Easy access to many alpine lakes in the Grouse Lakes Area. Easy day hikes. Rough road for last 3 miles.
Location
Carr Lake Campground is located in California
Directions
From Nevada City: Take Hwy 20 headed east toward Truckee for approximately 20 miles. Make a left on Bowman Lake Road (Forest Road 18). Stay on that road (windy, with tight corners and narrow spots, but paved) for approximately 6 miles and turn right on Forest Road 17, an unimproved dirt road (not recommended for low vehicles). Stay to the right for 3 miles, until reaching the parking area. From I-80: Take Hwy 20 exit and follow Hwy 20 headed west for approximately 5 miles. Turn right on Bowman Lake Road (Forest Road 18). Stay on that road (windy, with tight corners and narrow spots, but paved) for approximately 6 miles and turn right on Forest Road 17, an unimproved dirt road (not recommended for low vehicles). Stay to the right for 3 miles, until reaching the parking area.
Coordinates
39.40100045 N
120.64000075 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
