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Lake Tahoe KOA Journey
California · South Lake Tahoe (CA)
Lake Tahoe KOA Journey is a private RV park in South Lake Tahoe, CA, listed on KOA. It has tent and RV sites and glamping or cabin units.
760 US Highway 50
17.3 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe8.5 mi to Emerald Baystraight-line
Quick facts
| Agency / operator | Private — KOA |
|---|---|
| Booking | Online via KOA (booking listing; window not listed) |
| Max RV / trailer length | Not listed |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
| Season | Not listed |
| Hookups | Full (water, electric, sewer) — Listing shows full-hookup sites (water, electric, sewer) [KOA listing] |
Sources: KOA listing — Lake Tahoe KOA Journey. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
This weekend (Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25): Book online. Reservations online on KOA — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Key facts
- Max rig length
- 9 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed Listing
- Hookups & power
- 5 full-hookup, 3 no-hookup sites · 30-amp listed Listing
- Pets
- Y Listing
- Booking
- Reservable on KOA Listing
- Getting there
- 17.3 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 8.5 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving) Listing
- 30 Max Amp
- 65 Max Length
- Wi Fi
- Pool 5 22 9 1
- Propane
- Fishing
Why stay here?
- 8.5 mi from Emerald Bay (straight-line).
- 5 full-hookup RV sites.
- Has glamping units, cabins, Airstreams if you don't want to bring gear.
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Your dates & setup
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Site & accommodation options
Live availability isn't connected for this stay — site types are from the listing; confirm your dates on KOA.
Individual Tent Site, No Hookups, Sand Tent Pad
RV length limit not listedNo hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Individual Tent Site, No Hookups, Sand Tent Pad”.
from $72/night
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Individual Tent Site, No Hookups, Sand Tent Pad
RV length limit not listedNo hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Individual Tent Site, No Hookups, Sand Tent Pad”.
from $92/night
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Individual Tent Site, Electric Only, Sand Tent PadCheck availability
Enter your dates on KOA, then choose “Individual Tent Site, Electric Only, Sand Tent Pad”.
from $92/night
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Back In, Water Only
RV length limit not listedHookups not listed
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Back In, Water Only”.
from $101/night
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Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups, Van Only (No RVs)
RV length limit not listedFull hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups, Van Only (No RVs)”.
from $114/night
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Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups
RV length limit not listedFull hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups”.
from $135/night
Continue to KOA ↗Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups CREEK SITE
RV length limit not listedFull hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Back In, 30 Amps, Full Hookups CREEK SITE”.
from $145/night
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Pull Thru, 30 Amps, Full Hookups HEAD-IN
RV length limit not listedFull hookups
Check availabilityEnter your dates on KOA, then choose “Pull Thru, 30 Amps, Full Hookups HEAD-IN”.
from $155/night
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Other nearby options
Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Lake Tahoe KOA Journey, not driving.
- Closest glampingFallen Leaf Campground5.6 mi away (straight-line) · PublicCheck availabilityCheck availability on Recreation.gov ↗
- Closest private full-hookupSilver City RV Resort20.5 mi away (straight-line) · PrivateAvailable for your datesTent No Hook Ups: from $40/nightCheck availability on Campspot ↗
- Closest public / first-comeLuther Pass Campground4.2 mi away (straight-line) · PublicFirst come, first servedCheck availability on fs.usda.gov ↗
- Next closestTahoe Valley Campground4.5 mi away (straight-line) · PrivateCheck availabilityCheck availability on thousandtrails.com ↗
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
No maximum RV length is listed for this stay. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Lake Tahoe Rig Fit tool
Lake Tahoe KOA Journey: questions answered
- What is the maximum RV length at Lake Tahoe KOA Journey?
- 9 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed (per the listing)
- Does Lake Tahoe KOA Journey have RV hookups?
- 5 full-hookup, 3 no-hookup sites · 30-amp listed (per the listing)
- How do I reserve a site at Lake Tahoe KOA Journey?
- Reservable on KOA (per the listing)
- Are pets allowed at Lake Tahoe KOA Journey?
- Y (per the listing)
Recent guest reviews
Guest ★ 5 · Jun 2026My husband and I stayed at Lake Tahoe KOA. We arrived 30 minutes before the check-in time and were able to check in quickly. Staff was super friendly and they were able to take us to our camp site without any issue. Restrooms and showers were super clean. No issues throughout our stay at all. Will look to visit again soon!
Guest ★ 3 · Jun 2026The checking staff was great, helpful and courteous. The wooded site we had was tight and uneven. The activities were fun but didn’t always match the schedule. The nightly price was almost the highest we have paid at a KOA. Certainly the highest we paid for that kind of site.
Guest ★ 4 · Jun 2026Clean and well kept, which is always the KOA standard. Located right on Highway 50 which is well travelled, so there was a lot of road noise until later in the evening each night. The staff was very helpful, including the maintenance team who helped us back in to a very tricky spot. Thank you!
Location
760 US Highway 50
17.3 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
8.5 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line)
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Policies
- Pets
- Y
About
Discover the ultimate camping destination in South Lake Tahoe, California! Just four miles from Lake Tahoe's stunning south shore , the Lake Tahoe KOA Holiday sits beneath the tall pines of the Sierra Nevada and alongside Echo Creek — offering a peaceful, scenic escape close to all the action. Whether you're seeking a classic tent camping experience , a full-hookup RV site , or a cozy lodging option , Lake Tahoe KOA has it all. | RV Sites: Choose from shaded full- and partial-hookup RV sites surrounded by forest views. | Tent Camping: Spacious, level tent sites perfect for couples or families …
Amenities
30 Max Amp65 Max LengthWi FiPool 5 22 9 1PropaneFishingFirewoodDog Park24 7 Laundry FacilityCamp StoreCreekForest ImmersionHeated PoolLimited WifiPlaygroundShowers
Nearby activities
Washoe Meadows State ParkAction Watersports At Lakeside MarinaLake Tahoe Golf CourseTahoe Sports Ski Run Boat CompanyBijou Bike ParkTimber Cove BeachZephyr Cove StablesTahoe Whitewater ToursHeavenly Gondola
At a glance: all 15 facts with sources
At a glance
Official facts link to their source; “Listing” facts come from the KOA listing. Anything we can't source says so.
- Max rig length
- Listing 9 RV-capable sites, no length limits listed
- Hookups & power
- Listing 5 full-hookup, 3 no-hookup sites · 30-amp listed
- Pull-through / back-in
- Listing 1 pull-through, 5 back-in
- Pets
- Listing Y
- Water
- Listing Water at 6 sites
- Booking
- Listing Reservable on KOA
- Price
- Listing Lowest listed rate $72/night (live price once you pick dates)
- Getting there
- Listing 17.3 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 8.5 mi to Emerald Bay (straight-line, not driving)
- Road & site access · Generators · Quiet hours · Cell signal · Starlink / satellite · Shade · Stay limits
- Not listed — check with campground
Nearby parks (straight-line): Emerald Bay 8.5 mi · Sand Harbor 24.9 mi
Check availabilitySites from $72/night
Build around it
Things to do near Emerald Bay
No rig? Fly & Drive
RV rentals for this stay
This listing doesn't publish RV length limits — confirm your rig fits. Fly into Reno (~33 mi, ~55 min to Lake Tahoe, approx.) or rent locally.
Pick up near RNOSpacious & Clean 2014 RV:4 TVS & 2 SLIDE OUTS: Sleeps 8
SPARKS, NV · 4 mi from RNO airport (straight-line)
Drivable — no tow vehicleDelivery up to 75 miPets OK
Availability not connected · to estimate
from $210/nightvia RVRentals.com
Pick up near RNO2022 Minnie Winnie 22M
Sparks, NV · 8 mi from RNO airport (straight-line)
Drivable — no tow vehicleDelivery up to 40 miPets OK
Availability not connected · to estimate
from $217/nightvia RVRentals.com
Delivers to Lake Tahoe2024 Jayco Jay Flight SLX - THE One & Only Tahoe - Glacier Jaybird
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Delivery up to 100 miPets OK
to see if it's open
from $125/nightvia Outdoorsy
Compare Lake Tahoe KOA Journey with alternatives
Private RV park
vs Silver City RV Resort
Listed from $72 vs $40/night · 17.3 vs 13.7 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
Read comparison →Where Lake Tahoe KOA Journey fits
- By rig & style
- Full-hookup RV parks at Lake Tahoe · Glamping & cabins at Lake Tahoe · Tent camping at Lake Tahoe
- Nearest alternatives
- Tahoe Valley Campground (4.5 mi) · Fallen Leaf Campground (5.6 mi) · RV Village at Camp Richardson Resort (6.1 mi)
Other stays nearby
RV Village at Camp Richardson Resort
Full-hookup RV sites
Available for your dates · 81 sitesSites $50/night
≈ $100 est. for 2 nights · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗
Eagle's Nest at Camp Richardson Resort
Tent sites · RV sites
Available for your dates · 22 sitesSites $50/night
≈ $100 est. for 2 nights · before taxes & fees
Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗
Fallen Leaf Campground
Tent sites · RV sites w/ hookups · Cabins / glamping
Check availability
Rates & availability from Recreation.gov · Continue to Recreation.gov ↗