Best Glamping near Topaz, CA

Walker River Resort, located a short drive from Topaz in Smith Valley, Nevada, offers distinctive glamping accommodations alongside traditional camping options. The resort provides luxury canvas accommodations with comfortable beds, complete with electricity and other high-end amenities. Guests enjoy access to modern conveniences including showers, toilets, and a market for essential supplies. For those seeking an upscale outdoor retreat, Fallen Leaf Campground near South Lake Tahoe features spacious yurts and cabin-style glamping units set among towering pines. Both locations provide picnic tables, fire rings, and organized outdoor spaces that blend comfort with nature. According to one camper, "We have so much fun at Walker River!! Side by sides, quads, dogs, miles and miles of trails and a ghost town we still haven't found."

Seasonal operations vary among Topaz area glamping destinations, with Walker River Resort welcoming guests from April through October, while Fallen Leaf accommodates visitors from mid-May to mid-October. Both locations serve as ideal basegamps for exploring the surrounding wilderness. At Walker River Resort, glampers have access to numerous recreational activities including swimming in the resort pool, fishing in the Walker River, and exploring extensive OHV trails. The resort also features a bar for evening relaxation after a day of outdoor adventures. "An oasis in the middle of nowhere!" noted one visitor, highlighting the unexpected luxury amid the rugged landscape. Tahoe Valley Campground, operating year-round, offers glamping pods and luxury canvas tents closer to Lake Tahoe's attractions, providing an excellent alternative for those seeking upscale outdoor accommodations with proximity to alpine adventures.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Topaz, California (38)

1. Topaz Lake RV Park
1 Review
Topaz, CA
2 miles
Website
+1 (530) 495-2357
$40 / night
"Full hookups - water, electric and sewer and Cable tv, plus decent wifi."
2. Silver Lake East- Eldorado
6 Reviews
Markleeville, CA
20 miles
Website
+1 (209) 258-2287
$24 - $48 / night
"Super close to this place called The Pots. We arrived near sundown. Unpacked our gear and then walked to The Pots from our campsites. The views were amazing. The campsite host had fire wood for sale."

"Stayed here a couple of times, and recommend staying away from the road as it is very busy and you can hear traffic noise at night."

3. Highland Lakes Campground
6 Reviews
Bear Valley, CA
19 miles
Website
+1 (209) 586-3234
"The views at the lakes are breathtaking. The campground is next to the smaller lake and has two sections."

"This campground is about an hour’s drive to any kind of amenities or cell phone service."
4. Tahoe Valley Campground
28 Reviews
South Lake Tahoe, CA
31 miles
Website
+1 (888) 707-1477
"Helpful staff, and park rangers on site. Activities planned each day. Close walk to Lake Tahoe and restaurants"

"They have a store on site. Shopping and the lake is a short drive away….We joined Thousand Trails at this campground. We really enjoyed joining with Rosita and David."

5. Fallen Leaf Campground - South Lake Tahoe
35 Reviews
South Lake Tahoe, CA
33 miles
Website
+1 (530) 544-0426
$47 - $128 / night
"our site was further from the lake but it's not a bad walk. There are fire pits and charcoal grills in each site. Sites are a good size and have trees for hammocks."

"We arrived late and were pleasantly surprised to see many open campgrounds. All were equipped with a decent size lot, picnic bench, and fire pit."
6. Walker River Resort
3 Reviews
Wellington, NV
18 miles
Website
+1 (775) 465-2573
"Famous for its black and forest service atv/utv trails. Pool hot tub bar laundry. At&t and Verizon work well. T-mobile does not. Wifi is sketchy no over the air TV."

"Free Shooting range, Five Stand skeet/trap shooting, River access for fishing and swimming, golfing in the tumbleweeds, horseshoe pits, access from campground to OHV trails."

7. Alpine County Turtle Rock Park Campground - CLOSED INDEFINITELY
1 Review
Markleeville, CA
15 miles
Website
+1 (530) 694-2140
"No reservations required as I always drive in whenever I go. One of my favorite spot around Markleeville area."
8. Zephyr Cove Resort
26 Reviews
Zephyr Cove, NV
33 miles
Website
+1 (775) 589-4907
$59 - $94 / night
"a fantastic campground whether you're in a rv camper or tent. they have around 15 walk in campsites accessible from a small parking lot at the top of the hill(probly preferable for those seeking a bit"

"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."

9. Wilson Canyon
2 Reviews
Wellington, NV
19 miles
Website
10. Buckeye Campground
14 Reviews
Bridgeport, CA
31 miles
Website
+1 (775) 331-6444
"The dispersed camp sites usually have a rock fire pit but you are supposed to get a burn permit to use them and check current fire conditions as they do ban burning during high fire danger years."

"We have a 42’ rig so we decided to dry camp down in the valley and just drive up the dirt road every day to hot springs. Lots of choices toward top but probably under 28’."

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Bernardo B.
Traveler
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
Lee D.
Legend
May. 9, 2022
Virginia Creek Settlement
How about staying in a covered wagon?!
We stopped here to eat dinner and since the sign said campground, of course, I inquired further. Not really a campground but what the owners called an outdoor experience.

There are two covered wagons but since they were both occupied, we could not see inside of them. They have a double bed (linens provided for an extra cost) and no heat. There is also a five-room motel and 12 cabins, some of which have kitchenettes and some without.

The bathhouse was small but clean. The trout project was interesting (Started in 2006 to improve Bridgeport area fisheries. The family that owns the Settlement continues to hatch and raise trout specifically to plant in Virginia Creek as a thank you to the anglers that support them. It is a non-profit that is supported by people eating in their restaurant and staying on their property). There is corn-hole, a horseshoe pit, and a fish cleaning station on-site as well as a Tesla charging station!

The settlement is located directly on Virginia Creek on Highway 395. We’ve stayed in a variety of accommodations but never a covered wagon – it would definitely be a unique stay but would have to be when it is warmer!
Corrine S.
Scout
Oct. 11, 2021
Sportsmans Beach Walker Lake Recreation Area
Well defined and maintained spaces, nice view
I've stopped at this campground twice and have very few complaints! There are two areas to camp at, one up higher and the other lower, walking distance from the lake. I've stayed at both.

Both locations have plenty of spaces, complete with a fire pit and covered area containing a picnic table. There is a bathroom at both, although the upper lot bathroom was locked when I was there the first time.

The campground is right off the main road so you do hear road noise (and if at the upper site can definitely see lights from vehicles). The noise at the lower site is much lower.

Down near the lake it was definitely windier and a bit colder than the upper sites.

I saw no signage about camping fees both times I've stopped.
Weston W.
Traveler
Mar. 21, 2022
Pipi Campground
Busy in summer - Great for kids
Overall a great place to camp. Good access to the river from many of the sites and in general the river is kid-friendly (during summer). Spots vary in size wildly so larger RV's might not be a good idea. On average I'd say 30' is a max. Pit toilets are serviceable but not the best. The OHV crowd can kind of make a mess of this campground in summer (Loud music after quiet hours, riding ATV's into and out of campground despite rules against it... etc) If I had to pick a best time of year I'd say fall or spring (Open-June 1st)

Best place for groceries near by is Pioneer, CA and if you're looking for someone to cook you breakfast try Cook's Station. Cell reception is ok on AT&T
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Hector R.
Scout
Jul. 27, 2020
Highland Lakes Campground
Remote but busy
This campground is at the end of a long dirt road. 4x4 is apparently not strictly necessary but I would recommend it, particularly given the unpredictable weather (hail storm on July 25).

The views at the lakes are breathtaking. The campground is next to the smaller lake and has two sections. One is right by the road, fairly open and flat, and the other a bit up the hill, with sites that are more private, nestled around the trees. Most sites had fire pits with grills and a picnic table. Both sides have drinking well water with a had pump. Bathrooms were fairly clean and stocked with tp. The groundskeeper was friendly and helpful. The lakes are cold but apparently there is some trout. Looked like fly fishing was the way to go.

The main downside was how busy the area was, both with campers and day users. Given the COVID situation, reservations are not accepted and driving that road to end up without a campsite would be very unfortunate but highly likely. We ended up camping one night on the side of the road and were fortunate to get a spot for our second night.
Kim G.
Legend
Sep. 11, 2024
Carson RV Resort
Worthy of the resort title!
We normally prefer wilderness parks, and generally avoid RV parks. We’ve stayed in a few though and this one is by far the absolute nicest one we’ve ever stayed in!! It recently changed ownership and the new owners have invested in a first-class place! We had to find a last minute place on a Sunday due to the Davis Creek Regional park fire. We pulled in here and were helped by a wonderful young woman in the office. What I liked most about this place was that it is more spacious than typical RV parks. Also, more importantly, the bathrooms were amazing and deserving of the “resort” name. While there may have been a few rigs here longer term, their sites were neat and orderly. The location is by a highway (and behind Costco), but the noise wasn’t bad at all. The pool area is beautiful and includes outdoor grills and a gas fire pit. There is minimal shade as the trees are all new. The laundry rooms (2!) were lovely. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Beautiful and well run facility. Does it compare to a state or National park, no. But for what it is it is outstanding!
Spring C.
Scout
Sep. 5, 2019
Silver Lake East- Eldorado
Beautiful Serene Campground
Stayed at this Campground in the beginning of August. It was absolutely stunning. Super close to this place called The Pots. We arrived near sundown. Unpacked our gear and then walked to The Pots from our campsites. The views were amazing. The campsite host had fire wood for sale. There were new bathroom facilities installed. There were no showers or sinks. There was a fire pit at every campsite and a picnic table as well. Well worth it! Would definitely come here again.
Katie B.
Guide
Sep. 17, 2020
Sportsman's Beach
Spacious with little road noise and beautiful views
Lots of spaces here with picnic tables and hard top awnings to give you some shade. Stopped here on a Tuesday for an overnight and it was very smoky due to the fires in Cali but there was a nice breeze and we still enjoyed the little bit of Mountain View that you could see from the sites. It was 90 degrees F when we arrived on September 16th around 4:30 pm and around 6 pm the breeze started to pick up so it was very comfortable. There is a fee station but there were no envelopes, no way to pay so I think normally it is 6$ but we couldn’t figure out how to pay. We’d definitely return here when the smoke dissipates. Several pull thru sites. We have a 26 foot tr with a Ford F-150. Gravel road, picnic tables and fire pits available. Some restrooms were closed. Sites are gravel and dirt so you will likely need to level.
Eric S.
Traveler
Aug. 30, 2020
William Kent Campground
What a great spot in Sunnyside/Tahoe City.
What a great spot in Sunnyside/Tahoe City. This is the cleanest campground we’ve ever stayed in. When we arrived the camp hosts were very welcoming and informative with local suggestions (we’re up here at least 8-10 times a year if only on a day drip or long and I learned some insights) they also warned about momma bear and her cubs. Unfortunately we never caught a glimpse but a good warning to be careful with where you leave food. The bathrooms were cleaned several times a day and even had soap. Our site was freshly raked and the fire pit was freshly cleaned out as well. The campers were respectful and not a party crowd like you can get on the South Shore. We will definitely be back.