OutReserve

Giant Gap

Sugar pine reservoir from the public boat ramp.
GIANT GAP bridge
Giant Gap Bear
Sugar Pine Boat Ramp
GIANT GAP

About Giant Gap

Giant Gap Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. It is just 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the surrounding area for its fishing, canoeing,  OHV and hiking opportunities.

Number of accommodations: 26

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 18

Sites & Availability

26 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
004, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
010, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
019, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
024, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
027, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night
029, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
6 guests · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP
No Hookups
$48.00
/ per night

Reviews (161)

What Guests Are Saying

Giant Gap campground is praised for its stunning lake views, clean campsites, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for many campers. Visitors enjoy various water activities, hiking trails, and the campground's overall beauty, although some noted issues with noise from nearby shooting and generator use. While the facilities, particularly the bathrooms, received mixed reviews, overall experiences highlight a desire to return due to the campground's charm and serene environment.

Review Summary

4.2
161 reviews
5
48.4%
78
4
32.9%
53
3
9.3%
15
2
4.3%
7
1
5.0%
8

Jacob Y

Verified

August 8, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

1

Camp hosts were rude.

Anne M

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

We love this campground and have been coming here for over 30 years. The lake is close and great for swimming. The pit toilets get smelly so try to get a spot away from them. That is truly the only negative of this place. The running water did quit while we were there; We don’t rely on that so we were ok. Not so great for some people I’m sure.

JAN A

Verified

July 25, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

A Beautiful campground on the edge of a quiet pristine lake. The campground hosts
are the best! It is always a wonderful experience. There is no cell service ..
Which being in a a news free zone for three days was a very good thing!

Wendy W

Verified

July 22, 2020 Stayed at: 017, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

This is a beautiful lake and great for families. Swimming was perfect and lots of safe paddling, water toy possibilities. The bathrooms are pretty smelly though, especially when people pee on the floor. Showers would be nice someday! But it's a great place to regain some peace.

Julie R

Verified

July 21, 2020 Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

This is a very picturesque and well maintained location. Easy water access makes this a perfect spot to bring your kayak or go for an easy walk around the reservoir. Spaced out campsites, trees and shrubs also give campers good privacy.

Emily B

Verified

July 21, 2020 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

The lake is clean and beautiful! The sites are good, we had one with a freestanding bbq so there was not a grate on the campfire ring, so we wished we brought charcoal. The pit toilets are smelly, I'd avoid getting a site that is near them because the wind drifts the odor.

Gwendolyn P

Verified

July 17, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

The campy host was incredibly attentive for my entire stay with Regular patrols and bathroom maintenance. The lake is beautiful for a swim, kayak, float, fishing , or paddle board. All campsites appeared to have good shade options to escape heat. I recommend hiking all around the lake, it was great seeing it from all sides!

Patrick D

Verified

July 17, 2020 Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

Anna and Jeff, ( cowboy ) are the best camp hosts ever. I always look forward to seeing them when I visit Sugar pine reservoir, Giant Gap side. Great peoples.

Patrick D

Verified

July 17, 2020 Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

If you find you want a guaranteed great camping experience, visit Sugar Pine Reservoir at the Giant Gap campground. You will find clean camp sites, and a well managed by Anna, and Jeff. The best hosts ever. The lake is just the best I have ever been to, surrounded by pine trees and majestic views.

Dylan R

Verified

July 9, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA GIANT GAP

5

I've been coming here with a group of friends for about 15 years, this place is something special. great campsites, great views, great lake, great people.
5 stars everytime

Location Giant Gap

Address:
22830 Foresthill Road
Foresthill, CA, 95631
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.1389 / -120.792

Elevation: 1117 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

*** Large single unit RVs are not suitable for the campground roads. Even though a site might have a 40 foot parking space, a 40 foot long RV can’t navigate through the campground. Also please remember that site parking length includes trailer and vehicle.***

General

Water Faucets:
• While safe to drink, the potable water in the campground has a high iron content and visitors may wish to bring their own drinking water.
• Visitors may not connect hoses to faucets for sanitation concerns.
• Faucets are meant for drinking water only. For sanitation reasons there can be no bathing or cleaning at faucets.
• All grey water must be properly disposed of at the dump station. 
Trash:
• Trash should be placed in dumpsters. If the dumpsters are full then trash must be properly stored in a bear box until the dumpster is emptied, or can be taken to the nearest dumpster. This is to avoid wildlife getting in the trash and dispersing it through the forest.  
• Make sure to properly close/lock dumpsters to avoid wildlife getting in the trash.
Campsite:
• Camp only in designated camping areas. Areas beyond the campground could have hazard trees. 
• Only park in designated parking spaces. Parking off of pavement in camping areas is prohibited.
• No parking in or blocking road ways. 
• Keep food in bear boxes at all times. 
• If visitors need to hang things they can use rachets straps or bungees. Using screws, nails, and staples is prohibited. 
• Stapling into the preparation tables and/or picnic tables is prohibited due to the damage it causes. 
• Cutting or damaging standing trees is prohibited.  
• Collecting dead wood is highly encouraged. Visitors must have a wood cutting permit to cut wood on the ground. 

DAY USE:  
• NO Swimming on or around the boat dock/ ramp. Swimmers must stay 100 feet away at all times to keep a safe distance from boat traffic. 
• Park in designated parking spots. No parking along painted curbs or by boat ramp. 
• All vehicles must pay for day use parking at the Sugar Pine Day Use Area. The $5.00 Day use parking is not included in the camping fee. 

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the American River Ranger District (530) 367-2224 (voice), (530) 367-2226 (TDD).

General

This is not Sugar Pine Point State Park

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

General

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within Sugar Pine Complex, except for in the staging area, at the turnoff to Big Reservoir, such as Sugarpine OHV and Parker Flat. 

General

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

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