Managed by the USDA Forest Service and open April through September, this forested campground sits along a creek in the Alpine County area near places to camp near Markleeville, with sites running $29 per night. No pets are allowed. Nearby options include Carson River Resort roughly 1.6 miles southeast. Campers who appreciate creek-side forest camping and don't need to bring their dogs will find a straightforward base here for exploring the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
Description
Overview
Located on Markleeville Creek, in the shade of Jeffrey Pines and Cottonwood trees.
Facilities
This campground has camping for tents and small RV (less than 24 ft in length). The campsites offer a picnic table, campfire ring, and food storage lockers. Vault toilets and garbage service is provided. There is currently no potable water.
Natural Features
The Markleeville campground sits along side Markleeville Creek in the small town of Markleeville, California. The campground is at an elevation of 5500.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsToiyabe National Forest Markleeville Campground is located in California near Markleeville
Directions
From Carson City or Minden, Nevada 1. Take Highway 88 approximately 14 miles to the junction with Highway 4/89 at Woodfords, California. 2. Turn left on Highway 4/89, proceed for approximately six miles to the Markleeville Campground entrance on the north side of highway (approximately 1/2 mile past the small town of Markleeville).
Coordinates
38.6977 N
119.7764 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 8/5/26- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 8/5/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 39 min from Carson City, NV
- 1 hr 7 min from Reno, NV
- 1 hr 59 min from Sacramento, CA
- 2 hrs 25 min from Stockton, CA
