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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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Average nightly rates79 total sites
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66 sites
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10 sites
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3 sites
About William Kent Campground
Number of accommodations: 79
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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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
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!
Michael D
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
First time at this campground. We have been traveling to Tahoe for the past 50+ years and didn't even know this camp was here.
The camp hosts are very helpful and friendly. Steve and his wife were delightful.
The location of this park is fantastic. Tahoe city is only two miles north with many restaurants and places to visit. William Kent even has its own beach where I went swimming. We liked it so much we plan on returning next summer.
Scott P
VerifiedAugust 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: WILLIAM KENT CAMPGROUND
This campground is a gem for location and price! Some campsites are small and tent-sized, some large enough for a 35' Motorhome. No showers or hot water, so tenters beware. Designated beach just across the highway for daily dipping in the lake. Wonderful bike path goes north to Tahoe City and along the Truckee River, south to Homewood and beyond. Pickleball courts and park with playground equipment close by. Free concerts at Palisades (Tuesday Bluesday) and at Commons beach on Sundays. Hiking galore nearby. Great market for coffee, breakfast burritos, lunch and staples right across the street next to the beach. We just got back from a 5 person 5-night stay in our 24' trailer along with first-time campers (including a 3 year old) in a tent also on our site. We had a marvelous time! People often cancel their reservations for fear of "wild fire smoke", so check frequently for cancellations in July and August especially when the news shows smoke near the Tahoe area. We saw NO SMOKE, but assume Gann fire scared some reservation holders. Book it! You won't regret it! There is a local bear who noses around nearly every night, heed the warnings about food/drinks/trash left out of bear box and you won't be bothered. Our solar panels were able to keep up with our needs, and Starlink Mini worked well when we needed it.
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