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- ADA Accessible
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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
Kathy R
VerifiedAugust 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
The campground hosts Deb & Don were outstanding!
The camp sites are kept immaculate
We will be back
Kathy R
VerifiedAugust 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop 1
The campground hosts Deb & Don were outstanding!
The camp sites are kept immaculate
We will be back
Kris R
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
The camp hosts, Debbie and Don, were wonderful. I wish that every camp host were this nice.
Kris R
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
The camp hosts, Debbie and Don, were wonderful. I wish that every camp host were this nice.
Mark K
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Although it was a maiden voyage in our new trailer, it was a great experience. My wife and I have been camping at Hope Valley Campground every year since 2013. The first time I camped at the Hope Valley campground was August of 1976. We've had good campground hosts and one bad one. The folks there this year were wonderful. As soon as we arrived they stopped by and checked to see if we needed anything. They were visible the entire 4 days we were there. There is always something to do up there. Fishing or kayaking at Upper and Lower Blue Lakes. Fishing on the West Fork of the Carson River. Plenty of places to hike. Campground spaces are far enough apart for the new normal of "social distancing". We'll be back next year.
Mark K
VerifiedJuly 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: Loop 1
Although it was a maiden voyage in our new trailer, it was a great experience. My wife and I have been camping at Hope Valley Campground every year since 2013. The first time I camped at the Hope Valley campground was August of 1976. We've had good campground hosts and one bad one. The folks there this year were wonderful. As soon as we arrived they stopped by and checked to see if we needed anything. They were visible the entire 4 days we were there. There is always something to do up there. Fishing or kayaking at Upper and Lower Blue Lakes. Fishing on the West Fork of the Carson River. Plenty of places to hike. Campground spaces are far enough apart for the new normal of "social distancing". We'll be back next year.
Frederick K
VerifiedJuly 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
A very nice campground, well maintained, with hosts that are second to none.
Frederick K
VerifiedJuly 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Loop 1
A very nice campground, well maintained, with hosts that are second to none.
Chris B
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Loop 1
Great fishing and hiking close to camp sites. Day trips to Tahoe, Carson City Nev. and Bodie Ca. are possible.
Chris B
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Loop 1
Great fishing and hiking close to camp sites. Day trips to Tahoe, Carson City Nev. and Bodie Ca. are possible.
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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