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2026 Season availability
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- ADA Accessible
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- Potable Water
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- Picnic Table
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- River Access
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Reviews (194)
What Guests Are Saying
Hope Valley Campground is highly praised for its beautiful setting, clean facilities, and excellent camp host, Dave, who is noted for his friendliness and helpfulness. Many reviewers enjoyed the well-shaded and spacious sites, as well as the abundance of nearby recreational activities like fishing and hiking. While some noise from families and the presence of pit toilets were mentioned, the overall experience was positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Hope Valley Campground is highly praised for its beautiful setting, clean facilities, and excellent camp host, Dave, who is noted for his friendliness and helpfulness. Many reviewers enjoyed the well-shaded and spacious sites, as well as the abundance of nearby recreational activities like fishing and hiking. While some noise from families and the presence of pit toilets were mentioned, the overall experience was positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Steve M
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
Clean campground and site
Jessica R
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful spot! Clean and spacious
Tina D
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: Loop 1
David, the camp host, is always so friendly and helpful.
Tom M
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop 2
I was in site #19 and it was perfect. Clean, close to everything, and well appointed. I was really impressed by the tent pads at every site! Very well maintained. Beautiful place. Just a quick walk across the street to the Carson River (which was pretty low this time of year). Also a nice 10 mi drive to Lower Blue Lake-spectacular beauty!
Michael G
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1
Site 12 was well shaded and very private. Restrooms were clean and water was abundantly avaliable.
Ian S
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful site, surrounding scenery, and the camp host (Dave) is second to none! Talk about dedication and being a true host!
Gaia C
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop 1
We stayed 2 nights at Hope Valley, very quiet and calm campground. FYI: There was drinking water but dry toilets and no showers.
Lynne C
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1
It's a beautiful spot. Haven't been up here in many years and boy have things changed. Let's say
over the weekend there were a lot of families, lots of noise and things didn't quiet down until quite
late. If you want to fish better get up really early, cuz the kidlets (noise and playtime) will be over to
the river for the day. The traffic started early Saturday morning, lots of vehicles heading up to Blue
Lakes. The potties were always clean and well stocked. The tent pads were an excellent addition and
much appreciated. Site #14 was positioned really nicely and quite large. Surprised that it
turned out to be a double site with 2 tables, 2 bear boxes and plenty of parking area. We currently use
Verizon and it was a bit of touch and go, but mostly had a signal if we needed it.
tracy m
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1
Dave was wonderful. We had to leave 2 days early. Our dog got sick. We will be returning, but 1 dog short. Thank you for the beautiful nature Hope Valley ❤️
Dan B
VerifiedAugust 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop 1
Campground host was the best. Nice place to stay. We will be back.
Location & Directions for Hope Valley
P.O. Box 104, Markleeville, CA 96120 United States
Elevation: 2,122 ft
Getting There
From South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 89 over Luther Pass. At the junction of Highways 88 and 89, make a right and travel 2 mi west on Highway 88, then turn south and proceed to the campground.
Highway access
Hope Valley is accessible via Highway 89 and Highway 88, which are the main routes in the area. The campground is located approximately 2 miles south of the junction of Highways 88 and 89.
Policies & Rules
General
- NOTE: This is Hope Valley Campground, located on Blue Lakes Road, not Hope Valley Resort located on Hwy 88. Please make sure this is the campground you want before making your reservation.
- Caution: black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in provided food storage lockers or approved containers
- A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected on-site for extra vehicles beginning with the second vehicle
- This campground has first-come, first-served sites
- Opening and closing dates are subject to change due to existing weather conditions
- Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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