Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort vs Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: side-by-side comparison
Booking, water, access and rig fit side by side.
Public-agency campground vs public-agency campground. Official facts link to their source; listing facts say so; anything nobody publishes is marked as not listed. Distances are straight-line.
| Attribute | Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort | Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Run by | USDA Forest Service (Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit; Camp Richardson Resort under permit) | USDA Forest Service (Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit; Camp Richardson Resort under permit) |
| Official RV limit | Not listed — no official limit published | Not listed — no official limit published |
| Guest rating | 4.0 (53 reviews, Recreation.gov) | 4.0 (8 reviews, Recreation.gov) |
| Booking | Reservable on Recreation.gov (listing) | Reservable on Recreation.gov (listing) |
| Price | Lowest listed rate $50/night (live price once you pick dates) (listing) | Lowest listed rate $50/night (live price once you pick dates) (listing) |
| Max rig length | 84 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed (listing) | 31 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed (listing) |
| Hookups & power | Hookup type not listed for RV sites (listing) | Hookup type not listed for RV sites (listing) |
| Road & site access | 84 paved site driveways (listing) | 31 paved site driveways (listing) |
| Water | Water at 84 sites (listing) | Water at 31 sites (listing) |
| Generators | Not listed — check with campground | Not listed — check with campground |
| Pets | No (listing) | No (listing) |
| Bear & food storage | Bear-proof food locker at each campsite (Recreation.gov) | Bear-proof food locker at each campsite (Recreation.gov) |
| Season | Summer tent campground; 2026 opening May 22 (LTBMU opening dates) (USDA Forest Service) | Summer tent campground; 2026 opening May 22 (LTBMU opening dates) (USDA Forest Service) |
| Cell signal | Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): T-Mobile 1 (15 reports), AT&T 2 (14 reports), Verizon 2 (12 reports) (listing) | Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): AT&T 2 (2 reports) (listing) |
| Shade | 53 of 84 sites that report shade are listed as shaded (listing) | 20 of 31 sites that report shade are listed as shaded (listing) |
| Stay limits | 14 nights max (listing) | 14 nights max (listing) |
| Getting there | 11.2 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 3.8 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving) (listing) | 11.2 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 3.8 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving) (listing) |
Questions campers ask
Which is closer to the middle of Lake Tahoe, Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort or Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort is closer: 11.2 miles from the middle of Lake Tahoe versus 11.2 miles for Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort (straight-line distances, not driving).
Can I reserve a site at Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort and Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: Reservable on Recreation.gov (listing). Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: Reservable on Recreation.gov (listing).
Which has hookups for an RV?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: Hookup type not listed for RV sites (listing). Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: Hookup type not listed for RV sites (listing).
How long an RV fits at Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort vs Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: 84 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed (listing). Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: 31 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed (listing). Always confirm the specific site's length before booking.
Is there water at Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort and Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: Water at 84 sites (listing). Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: Water at 31 sites (listing).
Is there cell service at Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort or Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): T-Mobile 1 (15 reports), AT&T 2 (14 reports), Verizon 2 (12 reports) (listing). Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): AT&T 2 (2 reports) (listing). Signal varies by carrier and site.
How do guests rate Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort and Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort?
Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort is rated 4.0 from 53 reviews on Recreation.gov; Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort is rated 4.0 from 8 reviews on Recreation.gov.
Go to the campgrounds
- Badger's Den at Camp Richardson Resort: live availability, sites and rules
- Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort: live availability, sites and rules
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