Established Camping
Sterling Lake Campground
Sterling Lake Campground is located near Nevada City in the Tahoe National Forest. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the scenic Sterling Lake and hiking trails in the national forest.
Description
Sterling Lake Campground is adjacent to Sterling Lake. Campground is located on a steep, winding road and supplies must be hiked in a short distance (approx. 400 feet) after parking your car.
Location
Sterling Lake Campground is located in California
Directions
From I-80: Take Cisco Grove exit and turn north. Take a left on the frontage road after crossing over the freeway. Turn right before Cisco Grove campground onto Rattlesnake Road. Continue 5 miles to Sterling Lake Campground.
Coordinates
39.35300085 N
120.49300036 W
Detours Nearby
Lodgepole Campground
23 min away
Grouse Ridge Campground
1 hr 1 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 5 min from Reno
- 1 hr 30 min from Sacramento
- 1 hr 36 min from Carson City
- 1 hr 37 min from Yuba City
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
