Established Camping
Mount Rose Campground
Mount Rose Campground, near Markleeville, California, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the chaos of everyday life. With spacious sites that come equipped with picnic tables, fire pits, and a level area for tents, it’s perfect for gathering with friends or family around a cozy campfire.
The campground is known for its clean facilities, including well-maintained pit toilets, which visitors appreciate. One camper noted, “The toilets and toilet rooms are exceptionally clean,” highlighting the efforts of the camp hosts to keep the area tidy. Plus, you can enjoy the freedom of having pets along for the adventure, making it a great choice for families.
If you’re up for some exploration, you’re in luck! Mount Rose Campground is close to several hiking trails, including the trailhead for Mount Rose and the Tahoe Rim Trail. The views are stunning, and outdoor activities like mountain biking and snowboarding are just a short drive away. As one happy camper put it, “There are a few hikes nearby, so it’s nice to be so close to so many trailheads.”
Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Mount Rose Campground offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of opportunities for adventure.
Description
US Forest Service
Toiyabe National Forest
Overview
Mount Rose Campground is conveniently located between Reno and Lake Tahoe just off scenic Mount Rose Highway. Visitors love the campground for its proximity to excellent hiking trails and recreational opportunities at Lake Tahoe.
Recreation
Hiking is the most popular pastime at Mount Rose. Several trails, including the Tahoe Meadows, Tahoe Rim, Mount Rose Wilderness and Mount Rose Summit Trails, begin very close to the campground.
Facilities
Mount Rose contains single and double-family sites, as well as one triple-family site. Six of the single sites are for tent camping only. Picnic and utility tables, campfire rings, grills and food storage lockers are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Roads and parking spurs throughout the site are paved.
Natural Features
The campground is situated high on the western slope of Mount Rose at an elevation of 9,300 feet. A scenic forest of lodgepole pine, Jeffrey pine, white pine and red fir covers the campground, offering pleasant shade in most sites.
Nearby Attractions
Mount Rose is conveniently close to beautiful Lake Tahoe, less than 30 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.
Location
Mount Rose Campground is located in California
Directions
From Highway 395 south of Reno, travel 17 miles west on State Route 431, following signs to the campground. The Actual Mailing Address is: PO Box 104, Markleeville, CA 96120. The Physical Address is: Mt. Rose Hwy, State Route 431, Reno, NV 89511.
Address
P.O. Box 104
markleeville, CA 96120
Coordinates
39.3122778 N
119.8973611 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 user
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 39 min from Reno
- 41 min from Carson City
- 2 hrs 5 min from Sacramento
- 2 hrs 12 min from Yuba City
