Glamping near Glenbrook, Nevada ranges from lakeside yurts to RV resorts with varying levels of amenity access. The eastern shore sits at approximately 6,300 feet elevation, creating cool summer nights even when daytime temperatures reach the 80s. Most luxury camping options operate seasonally from May through October, though some sites near Carson City maintain year-round availability.
What to do
Hiking trails near water: The Little Truckee River runs adjacent to several campsites at Boyington Mill, providing a serene backdrop for day hikes. "Wake up with the Little Truckee River a stones throw from your window. Bear boxes because we are in bear country. Ample space, lots to explore in the area," reports camper Dustin D.
Stargazing opportunities: Light pollution is minimal at many campgrounds, creating ideal conditions for night sky viewing. "It is the one in the corner closest to the river, so you have some privacy and easy river access," explains Quinn Z. about Boyington Mill's site #8, which offers both water sounds and open sky views for stargazing.
Winter camping options: While most luxury glamping sites close for winter, some Tahoe Valley locations remain open year-round. "We ended up camping in a truck camper at Tahoe Valley Campground after being caught in a snow storm. For a last minute find, it turned out to be an awesome choice... nothing beats making a fire in the snow and waking up to a couple of feet of white fluffiness!" shares Basia M.
What campers like
Secluded glamping spots: Many visitors prefer the quieter luxury camping options away from main tourist areas. "We stayed here for two nights last year during a Northern California Camping trip. This site is on the western side of Lake Tahoe about 20 minutes from South Lake Tahoe. It's a beautiful lake side campground with a very nice sandy beach for those willing to brave the cool waters," notes Steve & Ashley G. about Meeks Bay.
Private beach access: Several glamping locations offer exclusive or semi-private beach frontage. "Gorgeous National Forest campground with big sites. No hookups, but water and bathrooms nearby. Right on Lake Tahoe. Super nice hosts," comments Linda M. about Nevada Beach Campground.
Proximity to hiking trails: Luxury camping sites often connect to trail networks. "Hiking trails right out of camp. Rushing river to the west. You can walk or ride a bike across the street to Lake Tahoe, but you are separated from the chaos of the lake, and a bit more insulated from the storms," explains Ryan W. about the trails near Fallen Leaf Campground.
What you should know
Bear safety requirements: All glamping sites enforce strict food storage rules. "You really need to pay attention to your food. Bears are not just possible here, they are likely," cautions Ryan W. about Fallen Leaf Campground. Bear boxes are provided at most sites.
Reservation timing: Peak season bookings fill months in advance, especially for luxury accommodations. "It is hard to get a site. Be ready. Set alerts," advises Ryan W. about securing spots at Fallen Leaf.
Highway noise concerns: Some glamping sites sit close to major roads. "It's going to be full of kids and dogs and campers who are not necessarily out there to experience nature but to see family and friends and likely drink a caseload of Bud Light a day. There may also be bears," reports Ryan W. about the campground environment at Big Meadows.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Some glamping locations offer structured activities for children. "One of the largest and nicest campground for RVers and Tent campers combined. Helpful staff, and park rangers on site. Activities planned each day. Close walk to Lake Tahoe and restaurants," shares Michael B. about his experience at Tahoe Valley Campground.
Water accessibility: Sites with shallow water entry points work best for families with young children. "The beach is about a 5 minute walk from any spot. Only complaints are the beach is not dog friendly so if you have your dog you can't go onto the beach but, you can drive close to a dog beach," notes Toni K. about Meeks Bay.
Safety considerations: Campgrounds with 24-hour hosts provide extra security for families. "The camp hosts are sweet offer wood, clean bathrooms, and fresh water," mentions Toni K. about the attentive staff at Meeks Bay.
Tips from RVers
Space constraints: Many glamping sites have limited parking or pad sizes. "I paid 66$ for a walk in camp ground thinking parking was only a few yards from the camping site, but it's actually a couple hundred yards. This would work if you have a ground tent etc to take to the camping site. In my situation I have a truck with a rooftop tent and I thought it be parking only a few yards from my site," cautions Jr A. about his experience at Zephyr Cove Resort.
Hookup availability: Luxury RV camping options vary widely in utility access. "Easy to access, even for larger rigs. We stayed in 39 foot 5th wheel. Plenty of pull thru spots, full hookups, regularly spaced bathroom/showers. Nice store for basic needs, nice laundry room," reports Steve R. about Tahoe Valley Campground.
Winter RV considerations: Cold weather camping requires special preparation. "We ended up camping in a truck camper at Tahoe Valley Campground after being caught in a snow storm... It was a little overpriced for the low season, but I guess that's Tahoe. I imagine it gets very busy in the summer, but we had a wonderfully quiet time there," shares Basia M.
