Established Camping
Eagles Nest Campground — Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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This is not a pet-friendly resort. Only service dogs accepted.
Eagles Nest Campground is located near South Lake Tahoe, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Tahoe itself and the scenic Emerald Bay State Park.
Description
Overview
Eagles Nest Campground provides a Lake Tahoe and Camp Richardson Resort experience unlike any other. Featuring beach access, and all the amenities you can think of within walking distance, guests get to bask in the remarkable beauty of Tahoe without sacrificing the resort experience. The campground has 25 double standard tent sites and 6 standard triple tent sites. Each campsite has a bear-proof food locker, picnic table, and fire pit with cooking grate.__Tent camping only in this campground. No RVs allowed.
Recreation
Historic Camp Richardson Resort offers everything wonderful about outdoor recreation in Lake Tahoe. Recreational activities include biking, camping, fishing, hiking, sandy beach access, boating, paddling and more!
Facilities
Eagles Nest Campground is nestled in the beautiful pines of the Sierra Nevadas. A short 10 minute walk to Lake Tahoe along a paved bike path. There is a Bar and Grill, General Store with Deli, Full Service Marina, and Ice Cream Parlor on site. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with grate for cooking, and a bear-proof food storage locker. Tent sites have paved parking pads. Accessible flush toilets and coin operated showers are available. Tent camping only in this campground. No RVs allowed. Fire wood and camping supplies are available for purchase at the General Store. Check in is at the Eagles Nest Campground Kiosk located on HWY 89. On-site security, Property is staffed 24 hrs. This is not a pet-friendly resort. Only service dogs accepted.
Natural Features
The resorts unrivaled location on Lake Tahoes southern shore offers access to breathtaking natural wonders at an elevation of 6225 feet. Guests are surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe, the towering Sierra Nevada mountains, and the lush, fragrant forests of the surrounding area. The resorts scenic beauty is a constant invitation for outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to water sports.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 494-2228.
Nearby Attractions
__Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach, Fallen Leaf Lake, Mt. Tallac.
Location
Eagles Nest Campground — Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is located in California
Directions
Badger's Den Campground is located 3 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road). From Sacramento, take U.S. Highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe and proceed north past the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Highway 89 (the \"Y\"). Look for the Camp Richardson Resort sign on the right side of the Highway. From North Shore (I-80, Reno, Truckee) take Highway 89 or U.S. Highway 50 to South Shore.
Address
1900 Jameson Beach Rd
South lake tahoe, CA 96150
Coordinates
38.934443 N
120.040814 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Detours Nearby
Lovers Leap Campground
24 min away
Desolation Wilderness - Aloha Zone
1 hr 38 min away
Drive Time
- 44 min from Carson City
- 1 hr 11 min from Reno
- 1 hr 43 min from Sacramento
- 2 hrs 25 min from Yuba City
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
