Fallen Leaf Campground

We discovered this campsite a few years ago, and it’s truly become a core part of our camping memories and traditions. We’ve celebrated birthdays here, watched our son learn to ride his bike without training wheels, spotted multiple bears, dealt with a few scraped knees, and even renewed our wedding vows — just to name a few highlights. Over time, we’ve tried different spots and found some favorites. It’s amazing how close you are to everything, but at the same time, it feels incredibly secluded — like your own little corner of the wilderness.

Do people occasionally walk through your site? Sure. Will you hear the hum of a generator running all day from a few sites over? Of course. Not every single trip has been ideal — but honestly, that’s what makes it all the more memorable.

When we first started camping here, we had a big six-person tent from Costco. Then came the pop-up camper. Now, we bring our travel trailer and enjoy the outdoors with our kids — and now, our two new dogs too. It’s been amazing to watch our family grow here, season after season.

All the camp hosts we’ve met over the years have been fantastic — always friendly, helpful, and part of what makes this place feel like home. My hope is that one day, my kids will come back here with their own families, continuing the tradition and remembering all the great memories we created together.

Happy camping, everyone. May your time here be as meaningful as ours has been

This campground was an awesome experience. Site 141 was large enough for our 28 ft. TT and full size-truck. The paved site was nice and level. Overall, the sites were pretty spacious. The concession company contracted to maintain the campground was great. The staff were very helpful. The bathrooms and showers were clean. There is a nice and convenient dump station on grounds. There is also an abundant amount of potable water faucets around the campground to fill up an RV/TT water tank. Regarding site 141, there is a nice looking pine tree just off the pad, in the middle, that prevented our awning from being completely open.

Nice area next to beautiful Fallen Leaf Lake. There are some nice hikes close to the campground. Lake Tahoe is a short distance away via bike or car

This was my first time to stay at Fallen Leaf Campground, and I loved it. I stayed in site #88. It was on the meadow, which gave a lot of open space to look out to. Site 86 was quite close on the left side, but site 90 on the right was a bit of a distance away, so it really felt spacious and not too crowded. Lots of bear action nearly every day, especially in the evenings and early mornings. Make sure you listen to what the camp staff says - keep ALL FOOD and anything with a scent in the bear box!!

Nice area next to beautiful Fallen Leaf Lake. There are some nice hikes close to the campground. Lake Tahoe is a short distance away via bike or car

This was my first time to stay at Fallen Leaf Campground, and I loved it. I stayed in site #88. It was on the meadow, which gave a lot of open space to look out to. Site 86 was quite close on the left side, but site 90 on the right was a bit of a distance away, so it really felt spacious and not too crowded. Lots of bear action nearly every day, especially in the evenings and early mornings. Make sure you listen to what the camp staff says - keep ALL FOOD and anything with a scent in the bear box!!

This is definitely one of the best campgrounds in Northern California. Always clean and well maintained.

This is definitely one of the best campgrounds in Northern California. Always clean and well maintained.

Bear! If this doesn't bother you, great. What might are all the group campers piled into 1 campsite. I think there are 200 spots at this campground and it's huge. If you want to stay at the campground, a bike is a fun option, so are dog walks. The facilities are fine and functioning, campsites clean. The pine trees are amazing and the sound of the wind blowing through them is haunting, in a cool way. Camp hosts are friendly and well travelled - chat them up!

Road driving in from hwy is worn and bumpy. If only more government funds could be spend on campground maintenance!

Tahoe is very, very, very crowded over the summer. It's a bit much for me. I'll be checking things out again off season, and when the bears are catching their Zzzzzzzzz.

Bear! If this doesn't bother you, great. What might are all the group campers piled into 1 campsite. I think there are 200 spots at this campground and it's huge. If you want to stay at the campground, a bike is a fun option, so are dog walks. The facilities are fine and functioning, campsites clean. The pine trees are amazing and the sound of the wind blowing through them is haunting, in a cool way. Camp hosts are friendly and well travelled - chat them up!

Road driving in from hwy is worn and bumpy. If only more government funds could be spend on campground maintenance!

Tahoe is very, very, very crowded over the summer. It's a bit much for me. I'll be checking things out again off season, and when the bears are catching their Zzzzzzzzz.