Warning
GeneralPlease Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee that is collected at the campground.
Featured amenities
Parking
Pet Friendly
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates79 total sites
RV Sites
66 sites
Tent Sites
10 sites
Yurts
3 sites
About William Kent Campground
Number of accommodations: 79
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Parking
Pet friendly
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- Parking
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (658)
What Guests Are Saying
William Kent Campground is praised for its fantastic location near Lake Tahoe, with easy access to a beach, bike paths, and nearby amenities like markets and restaurants. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendly, helpful hosts who enhance the overall experience. While some sites are small and bear sightings can be frequent, the campground is still considered a hidden gem worth visiting, especially for those who enjoy outdoor activities and wildlife.
What Guests Are Saying
William Kent Campground is praised for its fantastic location near Lake Tahoe, with easy access to a beach, bike paths, and nearby amenities like markets and restaurants. Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendly, helpful hosts who enhance the overall experience. While some sites are small and bear sightings can be frequent, the campground is still considered a hidden gem worth visiting, especially for those who enjoy outdoor activities and wildlife.
Review Summary
Susanna B
VerifiedJune 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Best well-kept campground I've ever stayed at...campsites were tidy and bathroom very clean. Small beach right across the road made easy access to Lake Tahoe for paddle boarding and offered beautiful lake views. It definitely had the feel of an in-town campground with the private home and cabins surrounding the campsite, but still, location and access to Lake Tahoe area was awesome.
Katherine S
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Great campground! Lots of families, very quiet and right across from the beach. Camp hosts were very helpful and kind, especially Judy. We will be back!
Michael T
VerifiedJune 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
The Campground, amazing! The staff, awesome! Tahoe City 2 miles away, fun! Spots are roomy and they keep it spotless. We love coming here and cannot wait to be back.
Felix C
VerifiedMay 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Little hidden gem of a campground. It’s located in a residential area of the forest. There’s a cafe and market right across the street. The beach is right across the street. It’s a pebble beach though. The commons beach is only a 2 mile drive north if you want a sandy beach for the kids. There’s no electric hookups. A few used their generator at needed times (morning & night) but it was quiet almost all day. Some of the spots are better in that they are more level than others. There’s one dump station that is an additional $10. Camp hosts were friendly and helpful. The thing to do around here is long bike trails and off road mountain biking. Definitely recommend.
Karen C
VerifiedMay 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Quiet at night spread out spaces very nice campground hosts. Will return.
William F
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Great campground for exploring the west shore of Tahoe. Fantastic bike paths. We rode 64 miles over a period of 3 days.
John L
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
We were at campsite 54; the campground was nice and not dusty. However, we were unable to use the fire pit to grill food as it was too high off the ground but we had a pan to make it work. The lady’s room did not have running water but had a water spout not far. Overall good experience and would go back.
Joseph D
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Nice camp hosts, very friendly! We didn't get to stay long but had a nice time here. We did have a bear come through during the evening but it ran off pretty quick. Some RVs had trouble backing into the spots, it can definitely be a little difficult. There is enough space for a couple tents per site. Very peaceful!
Russell T
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
quiet campground very close to Lake Tahoe, separate beach access. Close to Tahoe city and the bike trail
Kristin E
VerifiedOctober 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Convenient access to a beach and market across the street. Flush toilets.
Location William Kent Campground
Address:
1995 West Lake Bldv
Tahoe City, CA, 96145
United States
William Kent Campground is 2 miles south of Tahoe City on California Highway 89.
William Kent Campground is accessible via California Highway 89, located approximately 2 miles south of Tahoe City.
Elevation: 1902 feet
2.4 mi drive to downtown Tahoe City (about 6 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Please Note: One vehicle per single site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. Yurt fee includes one vehicle.
- All campers must register with camp host. Using the pre-check in will require you to check in with the campground office upon arrival.
- Forest Order No. 19-15-01: Prohibits camping for a combined total of no more than 14 days during a calendar year (January-December), forest-wide. Visitors may book campsites annually but the maximum stay may not exceed a total of 14 days each calendar year (January-December).
- Bears frequent the area; use appropriate food storage containers
- Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground
- Chainsaw use and hunting are prohibited in the area
- Limit of two pets per campsite; pets are not allowed on the beaches. Pets are not allowed inside Yurts.
- Please keep boats clean, drained and dry, to avoid transport or introduction of aquatic invasive species
- Maximum of six people per site and 1 RV per site.
- Using the pre-check in will require you to check in with the campground office upon arrival.
- Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures click here Fire Information
- Reserved Sites will be held until the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- Click here to learn more about the Lake Tahoe Basin
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralPlease Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee that is collected at the campground.
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Last updated: September 5, 2026
