Accessible only by foot, Peter Grubb Hut provides a walk-in camping experience within Tahoe National Forest. This private facility features drinking water, restrooms, picnic tables, and allows campfires with available firewood. The forested location sits near a lake and includes kitchen facilities, a fireplace, and multiple bunks for overnight stays.
Campers appreciate the maintained restrooms and the hut's distance from crowded areas like Castle Peak. The facility welcomes pets and permits alcohol. Those seeking additional options can explore camping near Tahoe National Forest throughout the region. Reservations are available for this hike-in destination that works well for groups wanting shared indoor shelter combined with outdoor camping amenities.
Description
Peter Grubb Hut is located below Castle Peak in Round Valley, 3 miles north of the Castle Peak trailhead near I-80. Expect approximately 800′ of elevation gain. The route is poorly marked by orange triangles mounted obscurely in trees at 100-200 yard intervals. Overnight parking is available at the California Sno-Park at the Boreal-Castle Peak exit on I-80. Park on the frontage road east of the Boreal Inn and walk back under the freeway to the trailhead. Topo map: Norden 7-1/2′ quad. There are day trip possibilities to Paradise Valley, Basin Peak, Castle Peak, and Sand Ridge Lake. Round Valley is a good instructional and practice area for skiers. The hut is just off the Pacific Crest Trail and is a popular destination for day trippers; daytime privacy and security are minimal.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPeter Grubb Hut is located in California near Norden
Coordinates
39.36788585 N
120.36971328 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 48 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 19 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 34 min from Sacramento, CA
- 1 hr 40 min from Yuba City, CA
