Are you in need of a campground near South Lake Tahoe, CA? Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—South Lake Tahoe is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Find the best campgrounds near South Lake Tahoe, CA. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
$47 - $128 / night
"Fallen Leaf Campground is located on south lake Tahoe about a mile from the beach."
"The campground itself is beautiful, walking distance to Fallen Leaf Lake and short drive to South Lake Tahoe. My husband, my pup and I liked the campsite a lot."
"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."
"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."
$25 - $45 / night
"4d-120.0849062) while exploring the Emerald Bay section of Lake Tahoe."
"Our site was #56 which had a partial view of the lake through the trees in the distance. It was also located directly across from the bathrooms and campground host who’s name was David."
$59 - $94 / night
"We've always like zephyr cove as it's a bit away from the south shore hectic crowds. Zephyr cove rv park has a ton of rvs, but rent camping as well."
"Short walk across the highway to the beach, which is nice, but couldn’t get over proximity to other campers. We enjoyed our night but likely won’t visit again."
$35 - $165 / night
"Lake tahoe is one of the most beautiful place in California. There are plenty of state parks and campsites around the lake, but D.L. Bliss is one of my favorite."
"We got a site right along the lake (stairs to the beach were just adjacent to our site) and there were only 2 other people in the entire campground."
$75 - $92 / night
"Close to the lake with water, electric, and limited sewer hookups. Though right off the highway, traffic sounds aren’t too bad."
"The sites toward the back, away from the road, are much quieter and more private. Easy walk to the beach. Campground is busy in the summer months."
$41 - $45 / night
"This large campground (which is run by the city) is right in the middle of South Lake Tahoe and across the highway from The Lake."
"Campground is right on the main drag through town and just across the street and a short walk to the lake, although the lake does not permit dogs in this area."
$47 - $49 / night
"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."
"The absolutely best thing about camping here was being a short, short walk from the shore of Lake Tahoe. "
$25 - $475 / night
"Only $35 dollars, which is the cheapest you'll find north of South Lake Tahoe. Perfect for tent camping. Not busy at all during the non reserve season. Would go again for sure."
"You can drive and park over there or walk or ride a bike.
The campground bathrooms and showers were so clean, the camp hosts were AWESOME and our site was huge!"
$55 - $57 / night
"Just a small walk away from Lake Tahoe shore. Big beautiful trees cover the entire campground. A couple bathrooms that surprisingly do not smell bad and have a running faucet."
"The beach is about a 5 minute walk from any spot. Only complaints are the beach is not dog friendly so if you have your dog you can’t go onto the beach but, you can drive close to a dog beach."
ScoutThis is a good established campground for families with young children. There are lots of areas to bicycle and hike, the bathrooms were clean and the rangers were present. There was bear activity and a mom bear did appear around 10:30pm in our site but she left once she confirmed the bear vault was properly closed. I would highly recommend this campsite. The only two problems I would mention is that the sites are oddly close to one another and the fact that the showers are located far from the Eastern loop.
TravelerGreat spot with an amazing view. There are also many OHV trails close by.
ScoutSeemed ok until people showed up at 11pm drunk. Ran their generator right next to our tent. No camp host on site. . No sleep. Learned too late the place has a reputation. Too bad. It’s a beautiful spot.
GuideI went to stay at a paid campground nearby but they said my dogs would have to be leashed, so he suggested this place for us. It has a few roads with a couple campsites. Pure dispersed camping. But beautiful, any AWD car can make it down these roads. Only about 2 miles of the main road
GuideLots of camping spots in the area, all well spaced so you can live your hermit life. But it is right next to a popular byway, so it can be noisy. Overall no complaints, would stay again!
ScoutThe ground is very flat and many areas are paved with gravel. At 7500 feet above sea level, the view is wide and the scenery is beautiful, especially the sunset view.
ScoutNicely kept campground but no night enforcement for quiet hours.
Had several rowdy groups keeping us up til 2am. A few air horns, car alarms going off. No camp hosts or ground keepers around.
For the amount of amenities, I would’ve thought they’d have night employees
GuideWe couldn’t find this spot. We went up a dirt road near where it said on the map but it didn’t look right and wasn’t very accessible for our car. We ended up camping further down the road in what seemed to be a day use car park? We’re not really sure. It’s definitely worth checking in daylight hours, we struggled as it was 10pm when we arrived
GuideSites 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.
Camping near South Lake Tahoe offers stunning views and a variety of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to hike, fish, or just relax by the lake, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful area.
Camping around South Lake Tahoe is a fantastic way to enjoy nature, but being prepared can make all the difference. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's a spot for you in this beautiful area.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, South Lake Tahoe, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 368 campgrounds and RV parks near South Lake Tahoe, CA and 36 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near South Lake Tahoe, CA is Fallen Leaf Campground - South Lake Tahoe with a 4.5-star rating from 34 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 36 free dispersed camping spots near South Lake Tahoe, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near South Lake Tahoe, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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