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Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry offers camping in a region characterized by forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer, providing varied seasonal experiences. Nearby attractions include Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Rim Trail, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

Camping: Camping is allowed in three primitive, walk-in campgrounds: Marlette Peak, Hobart and North Canyon. Each campground has a restroom and camp sites with picnic tables and bear resistant food and trash storage boxes. While camping, store food and trash in these boxes. Pack it in, pack it out: when you depart, remove all food and trash from the boxes so they are available for use by other campers. Dispersed camping is not allowed around Marlette Lake or anywhere else within park boundaries. A camping limit of 14 days in a 30-day period is enforced.

Cabin Rentals: The Park also manages two backcountry cabins. The Spooner Lake Cabin (available May 1 - October 15) is located just north of Spooner Lake and sleeps four people comfortably. If you’re looking for a more intimate experience, the Wildcat Cabin (available May 1 - October 15) is approximately 2.5 miles up North Canyon (several hundred yards east of the road) and sleeps two. Both cabins have basic amenities such as composting toilets, beds, cook stoves and wood burning stoves, but other items such as sleeping bags, food and utensils will need to be packed in. Please contact the park for more information.

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Location

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry is located in Nevada

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Directions

Located on east shore of Lake Tahoe on Hwy 28, 3 mi south of Indian Village.

Coordinates

39.12130516 N
119.91892455 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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Features

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  • Reservable
  • Fires

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Reviewed May. 12, 2021

Woodland Scents

There wasn’t anyone manning the gate house so you take an envelope $ 10 or $15 non resident for day use. Numerous parking spots and a restroom in the center. Several trail heads for walking running equestrian or cycle. Park had lost several trees to the bark beetle so be careful. Walk in camping. Dispersed camping not allowed

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry?

    Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry is located at 7027 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park Spooner Backcountry?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.