Hope Valley
HOPE VALLEY
HOPE VALLEY
HOPE VALLEY
HOPE VALLEY

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

15 total sites

About Hope Valley

Hope Valley Campground is located in its beautiful namesake valley at an elevation of 7.3 ft, just 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. Visitors enjoy fishing the West Fork Carson River and exploring local trails.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

15 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 009, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 010, Loop: Loop 1 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 012, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: Loop 1 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: Loop 2 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: Loop 2 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

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.

Review Summary

4.5
194 reviews
5
73.2%
142
4
14.9%
29
3
4.6%
9
2
1.5%
3
1
5.7%
11

Byron G

Verified

July 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1

5

Been going to Hope Valley for 20 years. Nice campsites and not close to neighbors like an RV park. We go with a lot of family and friends and it's always a good time. Hosts this season (Jim and Laurie) were great!!

Tim A

Verified

July 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1

5

As always the campground was clean and well maintained. The host, Jim, was a welcome and consistent presence. Hope Valley rules.

Tim A

Verified

July 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1

5

As always the campground was clean and well maintained. The host, Jim, was a welcome and consistent presence. Hope Valley rules.

Adam G

Verified

May 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1

1

This critique is of mgmnt. & reservation system, not the actual campground.

Adam G

Verified

May 30, 2023 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1

1

This critique is of mgmnt. & reservation system, not the actual campground.

Brian L

Verified

September 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1

5

New camp hosts are big improvement from the earlier this year hosts.

Mark D

Verified

September 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1

5

Great scenic location with nearby hiking and fishing. Friendly campground hosts from Mesa, AZ. Clean campsites, campfire pits, and toilets. Easy parking for travel trailers in about ten sites in lower loop of campground. RVs not advised for upper loop, as the parking pads are either too short, too sloped, or both.
Will come back again.

Brian L

Verified

September 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1

5

New camp hosts are big improvement from the earlier this year hosts.

Mark D

Verified

September 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop 1

5

Great scenic location with nearby hiking and fishing. Friendly campground hosts from Mesa, AZ. Clean campsites, campfire pits, and toilets. Easy parking for travel trailers in about ten sites in lower loop of campground. RVs not advised for upper loop, as the parking pads are either too short, too sloped, or both.
Will come back again.

Diana F

Verified

September 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop 1

5

The camp was quiet, clean and well cared for. The restrooms were always stocked and pleasant (for pit-style). The hosts were obviously checking things out and watching camp lots and lots of every day. Very happy with the campground.

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.

Nearest town

Markleeville, CA - 34 mi

About 57 min to downtown

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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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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