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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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About William Kent Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Parking
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (702)
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
Ashley T
VerifiedAugust 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
This is a hidden jewel and I almost don't want to give it a good review so more people know about it. There are a lot of good spots for trailers and RVs, but it's dry camping. The ibig negative is the BEARS. They are a nuisance and all over the place. There is a crippled bear, but now two adolescent bears. One got in our trailer when my boyfriend left the screen door open. It had also tried going through a window.
Kate O
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Great campground right across the road from a small rocky beach. Bears can be a nuisance.
Sebastian K
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
All good, nice camping where you can meet a bear 😀
Carlos C
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Campsite was a hill, no showers, website did not indicate one car per site on the pavement only, host were rude!
Won’t be returning
Maureen B
VerifiedAugust 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
A perfect location right across the street from the lake so you can go swimming at the beach. If you prefer dining out, you’ve got sunny side to your right and shady side lounge to your left. Best to make a reservation at Sunnyside and go put your name in early at Shadyside lounge. Be prepared for Beers walking around camp. Lots of great shady spots in the sun and cool sleeping at night. Bring your bike because there’s hours of riding up and down the path and either direction. Bring a paddleboard if you want to do some water activity. Great hiking opportunities and mountain biking opportunities nearby. You can even float the river with an outfitter. One of my favorite campgrounds.
Nakul N
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Campsite is very close to cabins that leave their porch lights on for the whole night. Cannot see nightsky with bright lights all around.
Jose G
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
We try to visit atleast once a year and it’s always a great pleasure . Campgrounds is well kept and restrooms are always clean . Staff is always very kind and welcoming and knowledgeable if you have any questions !
Emily L
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Less than 5 min walk to the beach. There is a gourmet shop for food right across the street if you don’t feel like barbecuing. Very convenient location.
Christopher K
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
We had a great stay -- site was well kept, facilities were of good quality, and we really appreciated the proximity to the beach. Great location!
Ashleigh M
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
Steve and all of the rest of the hosts were so wonderful at my favorite William Kent Campground. They do such a great job keeping everything clean, cared for and quiet! I love William Kent and will be back again next year for sure!
Location & Directions for William Kent Campground
1995 West Lake Bldv, Tahoe City, CA 96145 United States
Elevation: 1,902 ft
Getting There
William Kent Campground is 2 mi south of Tahoe City on California Highway 89.
Highway access
William Kent Campground is accessible via California Highway 89, located approximately 2 miles south of Tahoe City.
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: October 19, 2026
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