Top Campgrounds near Crystal Bay
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Hope Valley
Hope Valley Campground is situated at 7.3 ft in a scenic valley, 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. It offers fishing opportunities in the West Fork Carson River and access to nearby trails for exploration.
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RV Park at Grand Sierra Resort
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Sardine Peak Lookout
Sardine Peak Lookout, built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is a three-story fire lookout tower located at 8.1 ft in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. The top observation cab is the only rentable space, and the lookout lacks electri...
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French Meadows
French Meadows Campground, situated by French Meadows Reservoir and 40 mi from Foresthill, offers fishing, boating, and hiking trails. It is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. The area attracts visitors for its recreational acti...
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Loon Lake Chalet
Loon Lake Chalet, located next to Loon Lake, provides year-round access for backcountry skiing and hiking, featuring stunning views of the Sierras. The three-story chalet offers a semi-rustic experience rather than hotel luxuries. Built in 1989 by...
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Lookout Campground
Lookout Campground is a hidden gem situated at 6.8 ft on the California/Nevada border near Reno, Nevada. Nestled in a large aspen grove, it offers a less developed, tranquil retreat. It's known as a secret hideaway for those who discover it.
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Shamrock RV Park
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Victorian RV Park
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Sparks Marina RV Park
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Lake Tahoe KOA Journey
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Van Vleck Bunkhouse
Van Vleck Bunkhouse offers a rustic camping experience year-round, accessible via a challenging 6-mile winter trek for skilled backcountry skiers or by road in summer for hiking and horseback riding. The bunkhouse, built in 1957, overlooks a sceni...
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Hampshire Rocks
Hampshire Rocks Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest by the South Yuba River, near Interstate 80. It offers cool temperatures, fishing, and access to trails, along with historical significance related to the California Emigrant Trai...
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Cold Creek
Cold Creek Campground is situated on Highway 89, 4.5 mi south of Sierraville, California, and serves as an ideal base for fishing, hunting, hiking, and biking. It is a small campground suited for tent camping and small campers, as large RVs cannot...
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Middle Meadows
Middle Meadows Campground is a serene getaway, distanced from urban noise. It features various recreational activities and is surrounded by stunning scenery ideal for sightseeing, birding, and wildlife viewing.
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Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek Campground is situated on Highway 89, just south of Sierraville, providing an ideal base for recreational activities like fishing, hunting, hiking, and biking. The campground is managed by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe ...
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Big Bend Group (Yuba River)
Big Bend Group Campground, situated 19 mi west of Truckee, California, in the Tahoe National Forest at 5.7 ft elevation, offers fishing and hiking opportunities. The site is historically significant as part of the California Emigrant Trail. It is ...
From $95/night
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South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)
South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area within Eldorado National Forest. Its remote setting offers visitors an authentic outdoor camping experience.
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Robbs Hut
Robbs Hut is a serene, rustic cabin with stunning Sierra Nevada views, accessible by car in warmer months and via a 3-mile hiking trail in winter. Originally built for Forest Service rangers, it serves as a great recreational spot with nearby moun...
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Big Silver Group
Big Silver Group Campground provides tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. It is situated 23 mi east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 16 mi north on Ice House Road, near Union Valley Reservoir.
From $145/night
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Indian Springs
Indian Springs Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest near the South Yuba River, about three miles west of Big Bend. It offers activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, while also holding historical importance along the Californi...
From $24/night
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Hope Valley
Hope Valley Campground is situated at 7.3 ft in a scenic valley, 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. It offers fishing opportunities in the West Fork Carson River and access to nearby trails for exploration.
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RV Park at Grand Sierra Resort
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Sardine Peak Lookout
Sardine Peak Lookout, built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is a three-story fire lookout tower located at 8.1 ft in the Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. The top observation cab is the only rentable space, and the lookout lacks electri...
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French Meadows
French Meadows Campground, situated by French Meadows Reservoir and 40 mi from Foresthill, offers fishing, boating, and hiking trails. It is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest. The area attracts visitors for its recreational acti...
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Loon Lake Chalet
Loon Lake Chalet, located next to Loon Lake, provides year-round access for backcountry skiing and hiking, featuring stunning views of the Sierras. The three-story chalet offers a semi-rustic experience rather than hotel luxuries. Built in 1989 by...
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Lookout Campground
Lookout Campground is a hidden gem situated at 6.8 ft on the California/Nevada border near Reno, Nevada. Nestled in a large aspen grove, it offers a less developed, tranquil retreat. It's known as a secret hideaway for those who discover it.
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Shamrock RV Park
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Victorian RV Park
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Sparks Marina RV Park
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Lake Tahoe KOA Journey
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Van Vleck Bunkhouse
Van Vleck Bunkhouse offers a rustic camping experience year-round, accessible via a challenging 6-mile winter trek for skilled backcountry skiers or by road in summer for hiking and horseback riding. The bunkhouse, built in 1957, overlooks a sceni...
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Hampshire Rocks
Hampshire Rocks Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest by the South Yuba River, near Interstate 80. It offers cool temperatures, fishing, and access to trails, along with historical significance related to the California Emigrant Trai...
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Cold Creek
Cold Creek Campground is situated on Highway 89, 4.5 mi south of Sierraville, California, and serves as an ideal base for fishing, hunting, hiking, and biking. It is a small campground suited for tent camping and small campers, as large RVs cannot...
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Middle Meadows
Middle Meadows Campground is a serene getaway, distanced from urban noise. It features various recreational activities and is surrounded by stunning scenery ideal for sightseeing, birding, and wildlife viewing.
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Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek Campground is situated on Highway 89, just south of Sierraville, providing an ideal base for recreational activities like fishing, hunting, hiking, and biking. The campground is managed by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe ...
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Big Bend Group (Yuba River)
Big Bend Group Campground, situated 19 mi west of Truckee, California, in the Tahoe National Forest at 5.7 ft elevation, offers fishing and hiking opportunities. The site is historically significant as part of the California Emigrant Trail. It is ...
From $95/night
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South Fork Group - Eldorado Nf (CA)
South Fork is the largest group campground in the Crystal Basin Recreation Area within Eldorado National Forest. Its remote setting offers visitors an authentic outdoor camping experience.
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Robbs Hut
Robbs Hut is a serene, rustic cabin with stunning Sierra Nevada views, accessible by car in warmer months and via a 3-mile hiking trail in winter. Originally built for Forest Service rangers, it serves as a great recreational spot with nearby moun...
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Big Silver Group
Big Silver Group Campground provides tent and RV camping for up to 50 guests. It is situated 23 mi east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 16 mi north on Ice House Road, near Union Valley Reservoir.
From $145/night
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Indian Springs
Indian Springs Campground is situated in the Tahoe National Forest near the South Yuba River, about three miles west of Big Bend. It offers activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, while also holding historical importance along the Californi...
From $24/night
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Crystal Bay has 154 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Loon Lake Chalet is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Crystal Bay vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Crystal Bay welcome pets. Sardine Peak Lookout is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.