When is Lake Forest Campground open?

Open for the 2026 summer season, first come, first served, no reservations (TCPUD page); season dates not listed — the info sheet says the 20 sites depend on spring run-off.

Are pets allowed at Lake Forest Campground?

Dogs OK on leash, never left alone.

Lake Forest Campground

California · North Shore (CA)

Lake Forest Campground is in Tahoe City, CA, run by Tahoe City Public Utility District. It has tent and RV sites, with an official RV limit of 25 ft.

No reviews listedBook on tcpud.org

2500 Lake Forest Rd, Tahoe City, CA 96145

7.6 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe1.8 mi to Tahoe Citystraight-line

Quick facts

Agency / operator	Tahoe City Public Utility District
Booking	First come, first served (no reservations) [Tahoe City PUD]
Max RV / trailer length	25 ft (official) [Tahoe City PUD]
Bear storage	Not listed
Season	Open for the 2026 summer season, first come, first served, no reservations (TCPUD page); season dates not listed — the info sheet says the 20 sites depend on spring run-off [Tahoe City PUD]
Hookups	None — No hookups [Tahoe City PUD]
Dogs	Dogs OK on leash, never left alone [Tahoe City PUD]
Lake access	A few blocks from Lake Forest Beach [Tahoe City PUD]
First come, first served	First come, first served only ($30/night, 10-day maximum) [Tahoe City PUD]

Sources: Tahoe City PUD — Lake Forest Campground (checked 2026-10-18). "Not listed" means no source we use states it.

Max rig length: Official limit 25 ft maximum vehicle length — TCPUD page: vehicles can be no longer than 25 ft. 2026 information sheet: 30 ft for self-contained motor homes, 25 ft trailer length; truck/trailer combos must be disconnected Official
Pull-through / back-in: Not listed — check with campground
Booking: No reservations; pay at the Lake Forest Boat Ramp kiosk or the drop box · 530-580-6279 Official
Getting there: 7.6 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 1.8 mi to Tahoe City (straight-line, not driving) Listing

All 17 facts with sources ↓

Portable Toilets
Water
Trash
Fire Pits
Picnic Tables
Pets Allowed

Why stay here?

1.8 mi from Tahoe City (straight-line).
Official RV length limit: 25 ft.
First come, first served — no reservation needed (or possible).

Choose a site

Availability coming soon · check with Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD)

This campground isn't in our live listing feed yet, so we don't show open sites or prices. No reservations; pay at the Lake Forest Boat Ramp kiosk or the drop box

First come, first served (no reservations)

530-580-6279

Run by: Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD)

Campsites: 20 camp sites (TCPUD page); 20 campsites for tents and campers (2026 information sheet)

Facts checked 2026-10-18 on:

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

Official limit 25 ft maximum vehicle length — TCPUD page: vehicles can be no longer than 25 ft. 2026 information sheet: 30 ft for self-contained motor homes, 25 ft trailer length; truck/trailer combos must be disconnected. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Lake Tahoe Rig Fit tool

Lake Forest Campground: questions answered

What is the maximum RV length at Lake Forest Campground?: Official limit 25 ft maximum vehicle length — TCPUD page: vehicles can be no longer than 25 ft. 2026 information sheet: 30 ft for self-contained motor homes, 25 ft trailer length; truck/trailer combos must be disconnected. Official
Does Lake Forest Campground have RV hookups?: None. Official
When is Lake Forest Campground open?: Open for the 2026 summer season, first come, first served, no reservations (TCPUD page); season dates not listed — the info sheet says the 20 sites depend on spring run-off. Official
How do I reserve a site at Lake Forest Campground?: No reservations; pay at the Lake Forest Boat Ramp kiosk or the drop box · 530-580-6279. Official
Are pets allowed at Lake Forest Campground?: Dogs OK on leash, never left alone. Official

Location

2500 Lake Forest Rd, Tahoe City, CA 96145
7.6 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
1.8 mi to Tahoe City (straight-line)
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Policies

Stay limit: 10 consecutive days
Pets: Dogs OK on leash, never left alone
Booking: First come, first served (no reservations)

About

Tahoe City Public Utility District campground a few blocks from Lake Forest Beach on the North Shore. Twenty first-come, first-served sites for tents and campers, $30 a night with a 10-day maximum stay. Portable restrooms and pump water; no showers, hookups or dump station.

Amenities

Portable ToiletsWaterTrashFire PitsPicnic TablesPets Allowed

At a glance: all 17 facts with sources

At a glance

Managed by Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD). Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the tcpud.org listing. Anything we can't source says so.

Max rig length: Official limit 25 ft maximum vehicle length — TCPUD page: vehicles can be no longer than 25 ft. 2026 information sheet: 30 ft for self-contained motor homes, 25 ft trailer length; truck/trailer combos must be disconnected Source: Tahoe City PUD
Electric service: None Source: Tahoe City PUD
Pets: Dogs OK on leash, never left alone Source: Tahoe City PUDListing Dogs OK on leash, never left alone
Water: Pump water / water spigot by the dumpster. Dump: None Source: Tahoe City PUD
Booking: No reservations; pay at the Lake Forest Boat Ramp kiosk or the drop box · 530-580-6279 Source: Tahoe City PUDListing First come, first served — pay on site
Official fees: $30/night, 10 consecutive days maximum Source: Tahoe City PUD
Stay limits: 10 consecutive days Source: Tahoe City PUD
Getting there: Listing 7.6 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 1.8 mi to Tahoe City (straight-line, not driving)
Season: Open for the 2026 summer season, first come, first served, no reservations (TCPUD page); season dates not listed — the info sheet says the 20 sites depend on spring run-off Source: Tahoe City PUD
Pull-through / back-in · Road & site access · Generators · Quiet hours · Cell signal · Starlink / satellite · Shade · Price: Not listed — check with campground