Best Cabin Camping near Kit Carson, CA

The Tahoe Valley Campground and Sierra Inn at Tahoe provide cabin options with varying levels of amenities in the Kit Carson region. Tahoe Valley cabins include electricity and water hookups, with most offering picnic tables and fire pits for outdoor gatherings. Showers and toilets are centrally located, while individual cabins provide basic sleeping quarters. "We had a great time at this winter paradise. South Lake Tahoe had gotten 20 inches of snow in the 14 days prior to our arrival, then got four more inches while we were there," noted one visitor about the winter cabin experience. The Bear River Lake Resort offers additional cabin options with electricity and water, though recent reviews indicate maintenance concerns.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Harvey West Cabin provides more private accommodations with two bedrooms and two loft rooms, though kitchen facilities are limited. According to a recent visitor: "Very small kitchen and small fridge. Bring extra ice chests. Big outside deck with view of swimming hole." Most cabins require reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by property, with Tahoe Valley and Bear River Lake Resort allowing pets at their cabin sites, while others prohibit animals entirely.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities range from simple fire rings to small kitchenettes with limited counter space and refrigeration. On-site camp stores at locations like Bear River Lake Resort and Tahoe Valley Campground offer basic provisions, firewood, and ice, though selection is typically limited. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, cabin guests should bring extension cords and extra water hoses, as utility hookups are sometimes positioned inconveniently. Winter cabin visitors should be prepared for snow conditions, including potentially difficult access to sites and facilities.

Best Cabin Sites Near Kit Carson, California (38)

    1. Fallen Leaf Campground - South Lake Tahoe

    35 Reviews
    South Lake Tahoe, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 544-0426

    $47 - $128 / night

    "Sites have lots of space, table, fire ring and generally level drive pads. Water spigots are not too far. Showers scattered throughout camp though not every bathroom has them."

    "This is a huge campground, with a variety of camping sites, near enough to Lake Tahoe for activities but far enough away to avoid the massive crowds of east Lake Tahoe."

    2. Tahoe Valley Campground

    28 Reviews
    South Lake Tahoe, CA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "It was very crowded and we stayed in our site and away from public areas. Pool was open as well as restrooms/showers. They talked about bears visiting but we didn’t spot any there."

    "Plenty of pull thru spots, full hookups, regularly spaced bathroom/showers. Nice store for basic needs, nice laundry room."

    3. Bear River Lake Resort

    5 Reviews
    Kit Carson, CA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 295-4868

    "This was a really nice campsite with electricity and water on the site. There is also free WiFi. Will definitely be returning for another camping trip. Bathrooms were clean too."

    "Great fishing along the damn or in a kayak and lots off off road spots for atvs, side by sides, and our jeep!"

    4. Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion

    15 Reviews
    Stateline, CA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (775) 588-5562

    $47 - $49 / night

    "No full hook up,fire pit,close to braxh dpot 52"

    "It's right on the California-nevada state line near Lake Tahoe. In my opinion, this is one of the most beautiful places in the US. A lot of the campsites have a view of the lake."

    5. Sierra Inn at Tahoe

    1 Review
    Kyburz, CA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 743-7729

    $125 - $140 / night

    "If you're looking to get out there but still enjoy some nice amenities, Sierra Inn has some great cabins with a quick drive to famous Lake Tahoe.  Check them out and leave a review on the Dyrt!"

    6. Harvey West Cabin

    1 Review
    Kyburz, CA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 644-2324

    $105 / night

    "2 private bedrooms and 2 loft rooms. Lofts are open to large living room and noise transfers easily. Very small kitchen and small fridge. Bring extra ice chests."

    7. North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    22 Reviews
    Arnold, CA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (209) 795-2334

    $25 - $70 / night

    "There are 4 cabins that can be rented from the Park Service however, they are not actually in the park. They are across the highway and up in the hills."

    "The campground we chose was kind of close to the road which would have been the only real negative."

    8. Desolation Hotel - Hope Valley

    1 Review
    Markleeville, CA
    13 miles
    Website

    "This is a privately owned Resort with cabins, yurts, campsites, etc close to a super awesome river and with lots of great amenities, including a cafe/store, sauna, trails and a restaurant."

    9. Carson River Resort

    3 Reviews
    Markleeville, CA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 694-2229

    $55 / night

    "Great place to camp if you want something quiet away from everyone you can use campsite 10 which is on the river and away from everything."

    10. Meeks Bay Resort & Marina

    7 Reviews
    Tahoma, CA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (530) 525-6946

    $9 - $625 / night

    "Clean and best play to stay with beach access, cabins, tents sites and rv sites. Tent site can fit 2 or more tents with fire pit and picnic table. Restroom with shower and warm water."

    "Nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Tahoe, our family's stay at the cabins was nothing short of enchanting."

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 38 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Cabin Reviews near Kit Carson, CA

276 Reviews of 38 Kit Carson Campgrounds


  • Bernardo B.
    Aug. 7, 2020

    Tahoe Valley Campground

    Overall an ok experience

    I’ll start by saying this campsite is huge , there’s like 400 sites so you got to keep that in mind when booking . We got a couple of the sites with electricity which were nice . No fire pits included because those are rented additional , lucky we had one from home . Firewood is $10 a bundle at the store so keep that in mind . The campground advertises WiFi but it’s ran from an separate company and service is extremely poor and slow so your better of using your cellphone data . This is a very active bear area with no bear boxes so keep in mind . We saw bears every single night roaming around and eating from the picnic tables . Some small , medium and extra large size . I recommend the tent sites better than the RV sites because they have a nice location and more private . The RV sites are just packed like sardines , some barely fit or stick out a few inches . Restrooms are clean and showers too . Funny detail the shower head is positioned for ADA handicap specs so you got to kneel down or seat to shower . The campground is located on the Main Street so it’s walking distance to stores or restaurants , I would go back but choose a better site on an outside loop more secluded instead of being in the middle of hundreds of rv’s

  • J
    Jul. 11, 2023

    Meeks Bay Resort & Marina

    Great Place to Stay

    Clean and best play to stay with beach access, cabins, tents sites and rv sites. Tent site can fit 2 or more tents with fire pit and picnic table. Restroom with shower and warm water.

  • Natalie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2020

    Desolation Hotel - Hope Valley

    Great location & amenities

    This is a privately owned Resort with cabins, yurts, campsites, etc close to a super awesome river and with lots of great amenities, including a cafe/store, sauna, trails and a restaurant. The only reason I didn't give this 5 stars is because I didn't love the site itself that we were in especially with a $60 price tag. It was great to be close to the river, but the site was small and on a hill like a lot of them were. There were cheaper sites but I didn't see what those were like. Otherwise, we had fun playing in the water, using the sauna and having access to great amenities before going into more primitive camping. There was a fire ban while we were there, and there is NO SMOKING anywhere on their property. Everyone that worked there was super friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay.

  • M
    Oct. 11, 2021

    American River Resort

    Family of 4 roof top tent camping

    Nice campground - close to river. .5 mile walk to town for shopping/eating. All sites have fire pit and picnic table. Bathrooms clean and private showers. A little pricey for a tent site - 45.00 and 5.00 for the dog but it’s California.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 9, 2022

    49er Village RV Resort

    Convenient to area wineries

    General: This is a HUGE RV park (a Sun Resort) with back-in, pull-through sites, and cabins. We called a day ahead to see if there was room and on a weekday in early May, there was plenty of availability. We even received a Spring Flash Sale (40% off) rate which, although more than we usually spend to camp, was reasonable. As is typical of RV parks, there is a small patch of lawn between sites but virtually no privacy. There are trees throughout the park and although it is located right on the road, only the sites that back up to the road hear road noise. There is a small pond in the center and we saw some ducks. All camping sites have full hook-ups and a picnic table but no fire ring or grill. There is a large laundry room and a café. We were assigned a site at check-in. 

    Site Quality: Pads are paved and level. The back-in sites in the center back up to each other with no divider between them. I saw several large RVs look almost like they were touching! 

    Bathhouse: Two bathhouses each with three stalls, two sinks, and two showers. Although there is a curtain separating the showers from the rest of the bathroom, the bench is outside of the shower stalls, which could be awkward. However, in the time we were there, I never saw a single person in the bathroom(assuming most people use their own bathrooms in their RVs). The shower had good water pressure and hot water.

    Activities: There is a pool, playground, rec center. Shuffleboard, horseshoes, and beach volleyball. It is a half-mile around the perimeter, so I was able to enjoy a short run.

    This is not our usual type of camping experience, but since we met friends at a nearby winery, this worked for us since we did not want to drive far.

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 10, 2025

    Fallen Leaf Campground - South Lake Tahoe

    Beautiful campground

    Sites have lots of space, table, fire ring and generally level drive pads. Water spigots are not too far. Showers scattered throughout camp though not every bathroom has them. There is a small camp store that has wifi. Book far in advance to get a spot in summer.

  • T
    Aug. 26, 2019

    North Grove Campground — Calaveras Big Trees State Park

    Awesome Cabins!

    There are 4 cabins that can be rented from the Park Service however, they are not actually in the park. They are across the highway and up in the hills. We drove to the park but it's only short distance.

    The cabins are great but expensive, $170 per night, so I deducted a star. They are rustic. No TV, no air conditioning (just ceiling fans), no bedding or towels. You bring your own.

  • Amber B.
    Aug. 5, 2018

    Lake Tahoe KOA - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Doable

    This campground is located in a gorgeous spot by a creek, about 7-10 minutes away from the Y. Drawbacks are that the campsites are incredibly small (about the size of a parking spot), and are pretty much on top of each other. It’s pretty inconvenient to have picnic tables right next to your neighbors fire pit. Also, we had a bear come through our campsite a couple nights during our stay. We weren’t harassed but our next door neighbors had their trunk broken into, ice chests raided, and some heavy bear breathing right next to their tents 😬

  • Heather D.
    Oct. 31, 2021

    Three Links Camp

    Awesome for families!

    Three Links Camp is a private campground just below Stanislaus National Forest on 108. The campground has dorms for families/groups (a building with bunk beds and a bathroom) and tent and full-hookup RV sites. The campground was beautiful and my kids had a blast walking around all the buildings (hall, chapel, cabins/dorms) and on baseball field, disc golf course, and basketball court! There’s also a pool, but it was closed for the season. They’re open year-round, so we might return for a snow visit! The hosts were nice, the rates are affordable, and there is cell service (ATT) and WiFi if you don’t want to unplug completely.

    I feel like I should note the owners are new and not the ones who were there for the review below mine. They’ve done a lot of work to better the campsite!


Guide to Kit Carson

Cabin camping near Kit Carson, California, offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing visitors to enjoy the stunning landscapes of the Sierra Nevada while staying in cozy accommodations.

Explore Scenic Trails and Outdoor Adventures

Cabin Campers Appreciate These Amenities

  • Bear River Lake Resort offers cabins with electricity and water, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst nature.
  • At Sierra Inn at Tahoe, visitors can enjoy well-equipped cabins just a short drive from Lake Tahoe, making it easy to explore the area.
  • Carson River Resort features cabins with picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for evening gatherings under the stars.

Some Prices for Cabin Camping Range from $60 to $130

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Kit Carson, CA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Kit Carson, CA is Fallen Leaf Campground - South Lake Tahoe with a 4.5-star rating from 35 reviews.

What is the best site to find cabin camping near Kit Carson, CA?

TheDyrt.com has all 38 cabin camping locations near Kit Carson, CA, with real photos and reviews from campers.