Public Campground
Snag Lake Campground
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
Snag Lake Campground is located near Calpine in the Tahoe National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of pine trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the Sierra Valley and the Lakes Basin Recreation Area.
Detours Nearby

Sardine Lake
9 min away

Bowman Lake Dispersed
1 hr 36 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 37 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 54 min from Yuba City, CA
Location
Snag Lake Campground is located in California
Directions
From Hwy 49 at Sierra City: Drive 4 1/2 miles to Bassett's Station. Turn left on Gold Lake Hwy. Continue for 5 miles to Snag Lake Campground.
Coordinates
39.67016756 N
120.62665318 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires





