Cruises & boats
Gerle Creek
California · Nearby: west of the crest (CA)
Gerle Creek is near Lake Tahoe, listed on Recreation.gov. It has tent and RV sites.
ELDORADO
21 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe15.4 mi to Emerald Baystraight-line
Quick facts
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length | Not listed |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
| Season | Not listed |
| Hookups | Not listed |
Sources: Recreation.gov — Gerle Creek. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
This weekend (Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Key facts
- Max rig length
- Longest RV site listed: 50 ft (19 of 19 RV sites list a length) Listing
- Hookups & power
- Hookup type not listed for RV sites Listing
- Pull-through / back-in
- 0 pull-through, 47 back-in Listing
- Booking
- Reservable on Recreation.gov Listing
- Getting there
- 21 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 15.4 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving) Listing
- Accessible Fishing Dock
- Accessible Vault Toilets
- Campfire Rings
- Firewood Vender
- Host
- Parking Area
Why stay here?
- RV sites listed for rigs up to 50 ft.
- Rated 5.0★ across 167 guest reviews.
- Public-land campground run by a federal or state agency.
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Your dates & setup
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Sites that match your setup
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Standard Nonelectric
2 sites like thisUp to 6 peopleRVs up to 45 ftNo hookups
✓ Fits your setup
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$36/night
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Standard Nonelectric
7 sites like thisUp to 6 peopleRVs up to 50 ftNo hookups
✓ Fits your setup
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$36/night
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Standard Nonelectric
Up to 6 peopleRVs up to 35 ftNo hookups
✓ Fits your setup
Check availabilityEnter your dates on Recreation.gov, then choose “Standard Nonelectric”.
$36/night
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Up to 6 peopleRVs up to 50 ftNo hookups
✓ Fits your setup
Check availabilityEnter your dates on Recreation.gov, then choose “042 - HOST”.
$36/night
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Standard Nonelectric
2 sites like thisUp to 12 peopleRVs up to 50 ftNo hookups
✓ Fits your setup
Check availabilityEnter your dates on Recreation.gov, then choose “Standard Nonelectric”.
$72/night
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Other nearby options
Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Gerle Creek, not driving.
- Closest public campgroundLoon Lake3.4 mi away (straight-line) · PublicCheck availabilityCheck availability on Recreation.gov ↗
- Closest private full-hookupLake Tahoe KOA Journey21.4 mi away (straight-line) · PrivateCheck availabilityCheck availability on KOA ↗
- Closest public / first-comeRobbs Hut3.6 mi away (straight-line) · PublicUnavailable for your datesCheck availability on Recreation.gov ↗
- Next closestNorthshore Campground (Loon Lake)4.3 mi away (straight-line) · PublicCheck availabilityCheck availability on Recreation.gov ↗
View calendar · night-by-night from Recreation.gov
No recent availability data on Recreation.gov: this grid may be out of date, so check availability with the provider. Showing 40 of 50 sites.
| Site | Fr 23 | Sa 24 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 005 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 047 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 021 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 041 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 044 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 033 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 010 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 034 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 028 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 049 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 043 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 022 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 014 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 016 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 003 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 050 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 036 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 045 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 006 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 020 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 042 - HOST standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 011 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 035 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 025 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 024 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 048 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 037 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 004 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 046 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 013 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 018 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 015 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 023 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 029 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 008 standard nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 019 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 040 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 017 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 002 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
| 012 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $36 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Before you go
CA California rules for campers
- Booking
- California State Parks book on ReserveCalifornia up to 6 months before arrival. Forest Service campgrounds book on Recreation.gov (individual sites up to 6 months ahead, group sites 12). California State Parks Recreation.gov
- Bears
- State park campgrounds: food, drinks, toiletries and scented trash go in the site's metal locker; ice chests may not be left in vehicles; bear-proof coolers must be locked (up to $1,000 fine). National Forest land: Forest Order 19-24-03. California State Parks USDA Forest Service
- Chains
- Caltrans chain controls R-1, R-2 and R-3 apply on CA-89, US-50 and I-80; check Caltrans QuickMap for live status. Caltrans Caltrans QuickMap
Longest RV site listed: 50 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Lake Tahoe Rig Fit tool
Gerle Creek: questions answered
- What is the maximum RV length at Gerle Creek?
- Longest RV site listed: 50 ft (19 of 19 RV sites list a length) (per the listing)
- Does Gerle Creek have RV hookups?
- Hookup type not listed for RV sites (per the listing)
- How do I reserve a site at Gerle Creek?
- Reservable on Recreation.gov (per the listing)
- Are pets allowed at Gerle Creek?
- Allowed (per the listing)
Recent guest reviews
Shirlee G ★ 5 · Oct 2025The hosts were wonderful. The lake was serene and perfect for paddle boarding or kayaking.
Paul G ★ 5 · Oct 2025Nice location and lake. Good place for families.
Darrel R ★ 5 · Sep 2025You should have kayak, paddle boards or anything that gets you in the water. Lunch on the island is nice if it’s not too crowded 😉. There are wonderful walks, and for the adventurers, there’s some great hiking in the surrounding National Forest.
Location
ELDORADO
21 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
15.4 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line)
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Policies
- Check-in
- 2:00 PM
- Check-out
- 1:00 PM
- Pets
- Allowed (per listing)
- Campfires
- Allowed (per listing)
About
Gerle Creek Campground sits at about 5,300 feet on the Georgetown Divide in Eldorado National Forest, where the creek runs clear and low-gradient enough for easy wading, casting, and small-craft play. The campground's 50 sites are a mix of 19 that accommodate both RVs and tents and 31 tent-only sites, and many of those sites are designed to be accessible for visitors with mobility needs. Each campsite includes a picnic table and a metal campfire ring; toilets are vault-style and firewood is available for purchase at the campground. On the water, swimmers and paddlers can launch canoes and kaya…
Amenities
Accessible Fishing DockAccessible Vault ToiletsCampfire RingsFirewood VenderHostParking AreaPets AllowedPicnic AreaVault ToiletsWater
Nearby activities
Swimming SiteHikingFishingCamping
At a glance: all 15 facts with sources
At a glance
Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the Recreation.gov listing. Anything we can't source says so.
- Max rig length
- Listing Longest RV site listed: 50 ft (19 of 19 RV sites list a length)
- Hookups & power
- Listing Hookup type not listed for RV sites
- Pull-through / back-in
- Listing 0 pull-through, 47 back-in
- Road & site access
- Listing 50 paved site driveways
- Pets
- Listing Allowed
- Cell signal
- Listing Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): Verizon 0 (66 reports), AT&T 0 (53 reports)
- Shade
- Listing 1 of 47 sites that report shade are listed as shaded
- Booking
- Listing Reservable on Recreation.gov
- Price
- Listing Lowest listed rate $36/night (live price once you pick dates)
- Getting there
- Listing 21 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 15.4 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving)
- Generators · Quiet hours · Starlink / satellite · Water · Stay limits
- Not listed — check with campground
Nearby parks (straight-line): Emerald Bay 15.4 mi · Sand Harbor 29.1 mi
Check availability
For your RV
- Longest RV site listed here: 50 ft.
- No dump station listed — check with the provider.
- No hookups listed.
Build around it
Things to do near Emerald Bay
Compare Gerle Creek with alternatives
Public-agency campground
vs Northshore Campground (Loon Lake)
21 vs 16.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
Read comparison →Public-agency campground
vs Loon Lake
RVs to 50 ft vs 35 ft · 21 vs 17.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
Read comparison →Public-agency campground
vs Wolf Creek
21 vs 24.7 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
Read comparison →Where Gerle Creek fits
- By rig & style
- Tent camping at Lake Tahoe
- Nearest alternatives
- Meeks Bay Resort (15.1 mi) · Sugar Pine Point State Park (15.6 mi) · D.L. Bliss State Park (15.7 mi)
Other stays nearby
Loon Lake
Tent sites · RV sites
Check availability
Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗
Northshore Campground (Loon Lake)
Tent sites · RV sites
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Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗
Red Fir
Tent sites
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Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗