Best Tent Camping near Emigrant Gap, CA

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Best Tent Sites Near Emigrant Gap, California (98)

    1. Tahoe National Forest Onion Valley Campground

    5 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 288-3231

    "We rolled in here after midnight and most of the spots were still empty, and they're far enough apart that we were able to set up camp without being too disruptive."

    "There aren’t many spots and they are well spaced out. Tables and fire rings in most of them. Vault toilet near the entrance was in surprisingly good condition."

    2. Lake Spaulding Campground

    4 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (916) 386-5164

    "We take our Kayaks and spend the day on the lake. It gets choppy in the afternoon so be aware. The campgrounds are set among huge boulders and can be very private."

    "We stayed here for a night before backpacking to Eagle Lakes, and it was a nice little wooded campground.  Very quiet, spacious sites.  Hiking along the lake is gorgeous. "

    3. Bowman Campground

    7 Reviews
    Sierra City, CA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-4531

    "There are several primitive campgrounds to choose from. Some right near the lake. There is a pit toilet, but no water or fire rings. The drive is long and fairly rough."

    "The road is rough and can be treacherous driving on a cliff side. You will need good clearance on your car. Pit toilet only with no water. lots of hiking, good fishing, great kayaking."

    4. Rucker Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    4 miles
    Website

    "This lake is a quiet getaway, with waterfront access and a warm lake. Short hike in but has picnic tables and bear boxes."

    "Got here on a Friday late afternoon and found a walk in spot close to the lake. Nice, quiet campground."

    5. Grouse Ridge Campground

    4 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-4531

    "The hiking is great, there’s access to about 6 or more lakes, a great backpacking spot. The road to get here is quite rough."

    "But it has some great views and access to great trails."

    6. Grouse Ridge Campground

    3 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    7 miles

    "Quite a few sites there with fire rings, beat up, bear boxes that didn't open and picnic benches that were in bad shape. They had two pot toilets. This was a very busy campground."

    7. Lindsey Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-4531

    "It can be little rough to get to requiring careful driving even on the paved road (big potholes!), but that just serves to help feel remote.

    There are 12 official campgrounds near the lake."

    "We had direct access to lake to launch and swim. Jake, site host, very kind and professional as he answered questions and gave advice when a group member popped a tire coming up to the lake."

    8. Faucherie Lake Group Campground

    3 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    10 miles
    Website

    "We picked Faucherie as our destination and hit the trails in hopes of finding a spot.

    Portions of the trail got a bit rough, but manageable with higher clearance vehicles."

    "I’ve been out to this campground on countless years with my family from when I was a young child to now, i think only once or twice did we have to share the grounds with another group!"

    9. Woodchuck Campground

    3 Reviews
    Emigrant Gap, CA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-4531

    "The campground itself was CLOSED due to hazardous trees (risk of them falling) so we just drove half a mile past woodchuck and camped in the woods near the road."

    10. Canyon Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Sierra City, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 265-4531

    "Really enjoyed my time here, had a secluded lake to ourselves."

    "Visit yearly, go kayaking at all three lakes in the area. Never crowded even on the 4th of July weekend."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Emigrant Gap, CA

1091 Reviews of 98 Emigrant Gap Campgrounds



Guide to Emigrant Gap

Tent camping near Emigrant Gap, California, offers a serene escape into nature with a variety of well-reviewed campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts.

Some prices for tent camping range from $15 to $30

  • Rucker Lake Campground charges around $15 per night, providing a peaceful setting with waterfront access.
  • Bowman Campground offers tent sites for approximately $30, nestled near beautiful trails and Bowman Lake.
  • Canyon Creek Campground has a nightly fee of about $25, featuring secluded spots perfect for a quiet getaway.

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Tips for tent camping near Emigrant Gap

  • Bring your own water and supplies to Bowman Campground, as there are no water hookups available.
  • Be prepared for rough roads when heading to Grouse Ridge Campground; a vehicle with good clearance is recommended.
  • Keep an eye out for wildlife at Fiddle Creek Campground, and remember to store food properly to avoid attracting bears.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Emigrant Gap, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Emigrant Gap, CA is Tahoe National Forest Onion Valley Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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