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William Kent Campground
William Kent Campground is situated on the west shore of Lake Tahoe, just south of Tahoe City. It offers a spacious camping area along with a popular day-use section. Its convenient location makes it an attractive spot for visitors.
Black Mountain Lookout
Black Mountain Lookout has been closed since the 2020 season and is expected to remain closed into 2021 due to COVID-related safety concerns. Located 10 miles from Highway 395 near Milford, California, it was built in 1934 and showcases well-prese...
Kaspian Campground
Kaspian Campground is set in a pine forest with views of Lake Tahoe, offering a serene camping experience. Campers can enjoy the nearby sandy beaches and various recreational activities. The location combines natural beauty with accessibility to t...
South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)
South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area within Eldorado National Forest. Its remote setting offers visitors an authentic outdoor camping experience.
Loon Lake Chalet
Loon Lake Chalet, located next to Loon Lake, provides year-round access for backcountry skiing and hiking, featuring stunning views of the Sierras. The three-story chalet offers a semi-rustic experience rather than hotel luxuries. Built in 1989 by...
Almanor
Almanor Campground is a spacious, family-friendly facility suitable for individuals and large groups. It offers direct access to Lake Almanor and a range of recreational activities.
Robbs Hut
Robbs Hut is a serene, rustic cabin with stunning Sierra Nevada views, accessible by car in warmer months and via a 3-mile hiking trail in winter. Originally built for Forest Service rangers, it serves as a great recreational spot with nearby moun...
Travelhome Park
From $60/night
Van Vleck Bunkhouse
Van Vleck Bunkhouse offers a rustic camping experience year-round, accessible via a challenging 6-mile winter trek for skilled backcountry skiers or by road in summer for hiking and horseback riding. The bunkhouse, built in 1957, overlooks a sceni...
Meeks Bay Resort
Meeks Bay Resort, located on the western shore of Lake Tahoe, offers a serene retreat for families and visitors, enriched by the area's Washoe Tribe heritage. Guests can enjoy sandy beaches, water activities, and hiking trails, along with various ...
From $32/night
Mount Rose (NV)
Mount Rose Campground is situated between Reno and Lake Tahoe along Mount Rose Highway. It offers easy access to fantastic hiking trails and recreational activities at Lake Tahoe. Visitors appreciate its convenient location and outdoor opportunities.
Fashoda
Fashoda Campground is situated on a scenic peninsula by Union Valley Reservoir, offering a picturesque camping experience. The area features activities such as swimming, sailing, boating, and fishing, along with popular hiking and biking options. ...
Big Silver Group
Big Silver Group Campground provides tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. It is situated 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 16 miles north on Ice House Road, near Union Valley Reservoir.
From $145/night
Silver Creek Group Campground
Silver Creek Group Campground in the Crystal Basin area offers a scenic setting ideal for group gatherings. It's located less than 2 miles from Ice House Reservoir, which provides activities like motor boating and jet skiing. The surrounding Eldor...
Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is situated on the South Fork of the American River. It features picnic spots, a group overnight area, swimming holes, and convenient fishing access.
Sly Guard Cabin
The Sly Guard Cabin offers a family-friendly cabin experience in the Eldorado National Forest, blending rustic charm with modern amenities. It is conveniently located near Sly Park Reservoir, Apple Hill, wineries, hiking trails, and historic towns...
Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort
Badger’s Den Campground offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and nearby amenities. It features 66 single and 18 double tent sites, each equipped with bear-proof lockers, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campground is exclusivel...
RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort
RV Village at Camp Richardson Resort offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and convenient amenities nearby. The campground features 20 Full Hookup and 78 Water/Electric RV sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit, wi...
Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort
Eagles Nest Campground at Camp Richardson Resort offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and nearby amenities. It features 25 double and 6 triple tent sites, each equipped with bear-proof food lockers, picnic tables, and fire pits....
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Reno KOA Journey at Boomtown
William Kent Campground
William Kent Campground is situated on the west shore of Lake Tahoe, just south of Tahoe City. It offers a spacious camping area along with a popular day-use section. Its convenient location makes it an attractive spot for visitors.
Black Mountain Lookout
Black Mountain Lookout has been closed since the 2020 season and is expected to remain closed into 2021 due to COVID-related safety concerns. Located 10 miles from Highway 395 near Milford, California, it was built in 1934 and showcases well-prese...
Kaspian Campground
Kaspian Campground is set in a pine forest with views of Lake Tahoe, offering a serene camping experience. Campers can enjoy the nearby sandy beaches and various recreational activities. The location combines natural beauty with accessibility to t...
South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)
South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area within Eldorado National Forest. Its remote setting offers visitors an authentic outdoor camping experience.
Loon Lake Chalet
Loon Lake Chalet, located next to Loon Lake, provides year-round access for backcountry skiing and hiking, featuring stunning views of the Sierras. The three-story chalet offers a semi-rustic experience rather than hotel luxuries. Built in 1989 by...
Almanor
Almanor Campground is a spacious, family-friendly facility suitable for individuals and large groups. It offers direct access to Lake Almanor and a range of recreational activities.
Robbs Hut
Robbs Hut is a serene, rustic cabin with stunning Sierra Nevada views, accessible by car in warmer months and via a 3-mile hiking trail in winter. Originally built for Forest Service rangers, it serves as a great recreational spot with nearby moun...
Travelhome Park
From $60/night
Van Vleck Bunkhouse
Van Vleck Bunkhouse offers a rustic camping experience year-round, accessible via a challenging 6-mile winter trek for skilled backcountry skiers or by road in summer for hiking and horseback riding. The bunkhouse, built in 1957, overlooks a sceni...
Meeks Bay Resort
Meeks Bay Resort, located on the western shore of Lake Tahoe, offers a serene retreat for families and visitors, enriched by the area's Washoe Tribe heritage. Guests can enjoy sandy beaches, water activities, and hiking trails, along with various ...
From $32/night
Mount Rose (NV)
Mount Rose Campground is situated between Reno and Lake Tahoe along Mount Rose Highway. It offers easy access to fantastic hiking trails and recreational activities at Lake Tahoe. Visitors appreciate its convenient location and outdoor opportunities.
Fashoda
Fashoda Campground is situated on a scenic peninsula by Union Valley Reservoir, offering a picturesque camping experience. The area features activities such as swimming, sailing, boating, and fishing, along with popular hiking and biking options. ...
Big Silver Group
Big Silver Group Campground provides tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. It is situated 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 16 miles north on Ice House Road, near Union Valley Reservoir.
From $145/night
Silver Creek Group Campground
Silver Creek Group Campground in the Crystal Basin area offers a scenic setting ideal for group gatherings. It's located less than 2 miles from Ice House Reservoir, which provides activities like motor boating and jet skiing. The surrounding Eldor...
Bridal Veil Group Area and Picnic Ground
Bridal Veil Group Campsite and Picnic Area is situated on the South Fork of the American River. It features picnic spots, a group overnight area, swimming holes, and convenient fishing access.
Sly Guard Cabin
The Sly Guard Cabin offers a family-friendly cabin experience in the Eldorado National Forest, blending rustic charm with modern amenities. It is conveniently located near Sly Park Reservoir, Apple Hill, wineries, hiking trails, and historic towns...
Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort
Badger’s Den Campground offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and nearby amenities. It features 66 single and 18 double tent sites, each equipped with bear-proof lockers, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campground is exclusivel...
RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort
RV Village at Camp Richardson Resort offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and convenient amenities nearby. The campground features 20 Full Hookup and 78 Water/Electric RV sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit, wi...
Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort
Eagles Nest Campground at Camp Richardson Resort offers a unique Lake Tahoe experience with beach access and nearby amenities. It features 25 double and 6 triple tent sites, each equipped with bear-proof food lockers, picnic tables, and fire pits....
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Downieville has 122 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Loon Lake Chalet is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Downieville vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Downieville welcome pets. Silver Creek Group Campground is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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