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About Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort
Number of accommodations: 84
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2026 Season availability
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- General Store
- Restaurant
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- Marina
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Reviews (240)
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Richardson's Badgers Den offers a beautiful location with convenient access to the beach, restaurants, and activities, making it a cherished spot for many visitors. Most reviewers highlighted the cleanliness of the campgrounds and the friendliness of the staff, with some enjoying amenities like the ice cream shop and bike rentals. However, issues such as noise from fellow campers and inadequate bathroom supplies were noted, along with challenges related to bear safety and enforcement of quiet hours, suggesting room for improvement in management.
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Richardson's Badgers Den offers a beautiful location with convenient access to the beach, restaurants, and activities, making it a cherished spot for many visitors. Most reviewers highlighted the cleanliness of the campgrounds and the friendliness of the staff, with some enjoying amenities like the ice cream shop and bike rentals. However, issues such as noise from fellow campers and inadequate bathroom supplies were noted, along with challenges related to bear safety and enforcement of quiet hours, suggesting room for improvement in management.
Review Summary
Eldad B
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: Aspen Loop
All was good except the toilets. not cleaned, no soap, etc
Noemi L
VerifiedJune 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 50, Loop: Willow Loop
It was the first time we couldn't sleep; bears ate some of our supplies, and we couldn't sleep any night because everyone kept setting off alarms to scare them away—there was a lot of shouting at night, the bathrooms didn't work, and there was no hot water. Despite all that, my children really enjoyed the beach and the beautiful views, and the service from the motel receptionist was wonderful.
Trevor O
VerifiedJune 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 67, Loop: Cedar Loop
Great location to pope beach and not too loud with the vehicle traffic. The negatives were partially working showers with ice cold water, clogged toilets in women's and men's bathrooms, and no toilet paper or cleaning for 3 days despite complaints to the office. For the price and inconvenience of everything just get an airbnb or go backpacking. If you want the beach proximity it's great.
Trevor O
VerifiedJune 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 78, Loop: Cedar Loop
No one cleaned the restrooms Saturday to Tuesday. One toilet was clogged in the mens and two in the women's with no toilet paper the entire time I was there. The showers also were cold the entire time. What is the point of us paying so much for a campsite that advertises showers and a bathroom. I rather backpack or book a hotel. The price of this is not worth it.
Cherie L
VerifiedJune 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 73, Loop: Cedar Loop
This was our second time at the same camp site. The ranger was helpful in managing a bear walking through the camp sites and check-in staff were welcoming. The grass by the picnic table/ bear locker/ fire was pretty overgrown (knee-height) and a couple of tree branches extended over the fire area and tent area, requiring us to place our tent in a less convenient spot than we did last year.
Stanislav S
VerifiedJune 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 6, Loop: Aspen Loop
Good camp overall
Alonso H
VerifiedJune 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Aspen Loop
We got 3 campsites, 2 sites were great but the 3rd one was horrible. No areas to put the tents. Huge potholes and slopes everywhere. We had to put all the people that should have been at that site with us.
Ilija R
VerifiedJune 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Sugar Pine Loop
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Jacob M
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: Willow Loop
Camp site #40 was very large & flat. We had 3 tents and there was easily room for 3 more. The bathrooms and showers were across the driveway from us, which was convenient, and the showers worked without tokens (not sure if this is always the case). Good tree coverage for a mix of sun and shade depending on time of day.
The campground was very loud. It is right next to the highway, so lots of road noise even after dark. Also there are lots of group sites, which brings in lots of groups of people who are also loud. If you are looking for a quiet wilderness setting, this is not it. If you're looking for nearby access to the lake and a lively summer experience, you might like it here.
Kyle K
VerifiedJune 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Sugar Pine Loop
Getting specific shower tokens was never mentioned to me at checkin. The showers didnt take quarters, and there is nothing that states how or where to get tokens. So after having to drive down to the general store, then being told to go to the hotel across the street to get the tokens, which was $2 for 1 token that got you 8 mins. After getting two tokens and finally getting to go take a shower, there was no hot water and it was freezing cold. Thanks
Location Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort
Address:
1900 Jameson Beach Rd
South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
United States
Badger's Den Campground is located 3 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road).
From Sacramento, take U.S. Highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe and proceed north past the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Highway 89 (the "Y"). Look for the Camp Richardson Resort sign on the right side of the Highway.
From North Shore (I-80, Reno, Truckee) take Highway 89 or U.S. Highway 50 to South Shore.
Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort is accessible via California Highway 89, which runs south of Tahoe City. Additionally, U.S. Highway 50 provides access from South Lake Tahoe.
Elevation: 1908 feet
4.5 mi drive to downtown South Lake Tahoe (about 9 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check-in takes place at the Kiosk at Eagle's Nest Campground.
- Check-in requires reservation holders to present ID.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Pets
- No pets are allowed except for service animals.
Site types & loops
- Only tent camping is allowed; RVs are not permitted.
Safety & rules
- Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 days per calendar year.
- Quiet time is enforced, but the specific hours are not provided.
Wildlife & food storage
- Food must be stored in provided lockers due to bear activity.
Site capacity
- Tent site capacity varies: Single (6 people, 2 tents, 1 vehicle), Double (12 people, 4 tents, 2 vehicles), Triple (18 people, 6 tents, 3 vehicles).
Fires & fuel
- Campfires are allowed only in designated fire rings and must be supervised.
- Charcoal BBQs are prohibited in the campground and beach areas.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
