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Established Camping

Mount Rose Campground

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from September 16, 2024 through June 14, 2025.

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

USDA Forest Service

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters

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.

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.

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Location

Mount Rose Campground is located in California

Detail location of campground

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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

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

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Reviewed Sep. 15, 2022

Cement Pad for the Picnic Tables!

The camp sites have a large cement pad which contains a large picnic table with benches, BBQ, and a fire pit. The area in each site for tents is incredibly level and nicely bordered. Additionally, the toilets (pit) and toilet rooms are exceptionally clean. This year’s camp hosts keep the entire camp ground very clean. Some sites are close to each other, but that’s good if you have another set of friends/family with you.

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  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Jennifer Q., September 15, 2022
  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Jennifer Q., September 15, 2022
Reviewed Jul. 12, 2019

Closed

 We were up there at the gate last Sunday 7/7/19 And the campsite was closed down the road look like no one had been on it, the website does not show it as being closed.

Reviewed Oct. 9, 2018

All that glitters

You are up on a summit so the only thing to cut down the wind if it gets windy is the stand of trees that the campground is situated in. There are pit toilets and water hydrants. I think that there are 14 campsites in all. I went on a Monday durning Peak season. There were at least five sites to choose from. Picnic tables and fire rings were at every site along with a large flat area for your tent. There are a few hikes nearby so it’s nice to be so close to so many trailheads.

  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Joey P., October 9, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2018

Dig it!

Very nice campground with tent sites and walk-ins. Water, bathrooms, fire pits, picnic tables, and food lockers. Walk-ins have beautiful views of Mount Rose and downtown Reno. Hiking trails, mountain biking, snowboarding, etc. Nearby Relay Peak and Mt Rose summit are great hikes. First come first serve.

  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Nile B., July 20, 2018
  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Nile B., July 20, 2018
  • Review photo of Mount Rose Campground by Nile B., July 20, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Mount Rose Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Mount Rose Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Mount Rose Campground?

    Mount Rose Campground allows vehicles up to 55 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Mount Rose Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Mount Rose Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Mount Rose Campground have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Mount Rose Campground does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Mount Rose Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Mount Rose Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Mount Rose Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Mount Rose Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Mount Rose Campground?

    There are 26 campsites at Mount Rose Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts