Hiking Emerald Bay, riding bikes through camp, and spotting bears after dark are all part of the routine at Tahoe Valley Campground, a large Encore-managed RV resort in South Lake Tahoe with full hookups and year-round access. With roughly 400 sites, this is a sizable operation, and that scale shapes the experience in practical ways. Pull-through sites like 128 and 129 draw repeat visitors with larger rigs, while tent sites on outer loops tend to get better separation from the RV rows. The ground throughout is a fine, ashy dirt that gets dusty in dry conditions and muddy after rain, so plan accordingly.
Bears are a genuine consideration here. Multiple campers report seeing them on multiple consecutive nights, moving through sites and investigating picnic tables. There are no bear boxes on-site, so food storage requires active attention. The campground sits close to Highway 50, which means some road noise is part of the deal, though most reviewers find it manageable after settling in.
Amenities run well beyond the basics. The resort features a large pool, tennis courts, a dog park, laundry facilities, a general store stocked with ice and firewood, and organized events including live music and karaoke nights. Dani P. notes "hot showers and well lit clean bathrooms," and cleanliness of the restrooms comes up consistently across reviews. WiFi is available but runs through a third-party provider at an additional cost, and campers report the speeds are slow enough that cell data is often more reliable.
Zephyr Cove beach is accessible from the campground, with a dog-friendly stretch a short walk from the main swimming area. Randy J. recommends unhooking and driving to Emerald Bay, noting to "make sure you check out the waterfall and short hike to Eagle Lake." Kiva Beach is another nearby option for campers with dogs. Rates trend toward the higher end for the region, and the three-night minimum that some reviewers encountered is worth confirming at booking. Reservations are available and advisable, especially for summer weekends when the campground fills quickly and sites feel tightly packed.
Description
Whether you prefer the luxuries of an RV or the excitement of tent camping, you'll be surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of towering pines and mountain vistas at Tahoe Valley Campground. You'll enjoy the beaches or a stroll by the river from this South Lake Tahoe RV park. When you've finished playing and relaxing in the great outdoors, the fabulous casinos of Stateline, Nevada offer world famous dining and casino night life for your pleasure.Encore's Tahoe Valley RV Resort offers something for everyone. Bring the whole family to a Lake Tahoe RV park. Some call it camping. We call it fun!
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTahoe Valley Campground is located in California near South Lake Tahoe
Address
1175 Melba Dr
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Coordinates
38.90865386 N
119.99728536 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 32 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 8/1/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 32 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 8/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 41 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 8 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 38 min from Sacramento, CA
- 2 hrs 20 min from Yuba City, CA



















































