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Zephyr Cove RV & Campground

Nevada · Stateline & Zephyr Cove (NV)

Zephyr Cove RV & Campground is in Zephyr Cove, NV, run by the USDA Forest Service. It has tent and RV sites.

4.0 (123 reviews)Book on Recreation.gov
760 U.S. Hwy 50
7.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe3.3 mi to Stateline & Heavenly Villagestraight-line
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Where Zephyr Cove RV & Campground fits

Area
Stateline & Zephyr Cove campgrounds
Booking & agency
Booking Recreation.gov campgrounds at Lake Tahoe
By rig & style
Tent camping at Lake Tahoe · Big-rig-friendly campgrounds (40 ft+) · Pull-through RV sites at Lake Tahoe · Van & truck camper camping at Lake Tahoe · Dog-friendly campgrounds at Lake Tahoe
Near landmarks
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Nearest alternatives
Nevada Beach Campground (1.7 mi) · Campground by the Lake (4.6 mi) · RV Village at Camp Richardson Resort (7.1 mi)

Quick facts

Agency / operatorUSDA Forest Service — Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
BookingRecreation.gov — Most campsites: 6 months before arrival (check the Seasons & Fees tab) [Recreation.gov]
Max RV / trailer lengthNo official limit published; Longest site on Recreation.gov: 50 ft [Recreation.gov]
Bear storageForest Order 19-24-03: unattended food and refuse must be in a bear-resistant container (bear boxes, wildlife-resistant dumpsters) [USDA Forest Service]
SeasonOpen year-round (Forest Service LTBMU camping page) [USDA Forest Service]
HookupsWater + electric — 93 RV sites with electric (82 at 50 amp, 10 at 30 amp) and water on Recreation.gov; sewer not listed [Recreation.gov]
DogsPets allowed in the campground area on a leash at all times; not on the beach [USDA Forest Service]

Sources: Recreation.gov — Tips for Making Campsite Reservations at Popular Locations (checked 2026-10-18); Recreation.gov — Zephyr Cove RV & Campground (checked 2026-10-18); USDA Forest Service — LTBMU Food and Refuse Storage (Forest Order 19-24-03) (checked 2026-10-18); USDA Forest Service — Lake Tahoe Basin: Camping & Cabins (checked 2026-10-18); USDA Forest Service — Zephyr Cove Resort (checked 2026-10-18). "Not listed" means no source we use states it.

Your dates (Sat, Nov 7 – Sun, Nov 8): Reserve ahead. Zephyr Cove is open year-round (Forest Service LTBMU camping page). Source: USDA Forest Service — Lake Tahoe Basin: Camping & Cabins

Key facts

Max rig length
Longest RV site listed: 50 ft (91 of 93 RV sites list a length) Listing
Hookups & power
92 electric sites Listing
Pets
Pets allowed in the campground on a leash at all times; not on the beach Official
Booking
Not listed — check with campground
Getting there
7.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 3.3 mi to Stateline & Heavenly Village (straight-line, not driving) Listing
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  • Campfire Rings
  • Camping Supplies
  • Dump Station
  • Flush Toilets
  • Grills
  • Laundry Facilities

Why stay here?

  • 3.3 mi from Stateline & Heavenly Village (straight-line).
  • RV sites listed for rigs up to 50 ft.
  • Rated 4.0★ across 123 guest reviews.

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Site & accommodation options

Last checked Sep 10 on Recreation.gov: availability may have changed, so check availability with the provider. Rates are listed rates, not an offer.

RV Electric
RVs up to 40 ftElectric
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$101/night
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Tent Only Nonelectric
47 sites like thisUp to 6 people
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$64/night
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Tent Only Nonelectric
10 sites like thisUp to 6 people
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$73/night
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RV Electric
24 sites like thisRVs up to 30 ftElectric
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$101/night
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RV Electric
43 sites like thisRVs up to 40 ftElectric
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$101/night
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RV Electric
2 sites like thisRVs up to 35 ftElectric
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$101/night
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RV Electric
8 sites like thisRVs up to 25 ftElectric
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$101/night
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RV Electric
10 sites like thisRVs up to 50 ftElectric
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$101/night
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Before you go

NV Nevada rules for campers

Booking
Nevada State Parks book on ReserveNevada 3 days to 11 months ahead, opening at 8 a.m. Pacific. Forest Service sites on Recreation.gov. Nevada State Parks Recreation.gov
Bears
National Forest land in the basin: Forest Order 19-24-03 (bear-resistant storage for all unattended food and refuse). Spooner's walk-in camps have bear boxes. USDA Forest Service Nevada State Parks
Chains
NDOT traction and chain requirements: when controls are up on SR-431, SR-207 and US-50 (Glenbrook to Carson City) only 4WD/AWD with snow tires or vehicles with chains may pass. Live status on nvroads.com. NDOT NDOT nvroads.com

Longest RV site listed: 50 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Lake Tahoe Rig Fit tool

Zephyr Cove RV & Campground: questions answered

What is the maximum RV length at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Longest RV site listed: 50 ft (91 of 93 RV sites list a length) (per the listing)
Does Zephyr Cove RV & Campground have RV hookups?
92 electric sites (per the listing)
When is Zephyr Cove RV & Campground open?
Open year-round (Forest Service LTBMU camping page) Official
What are the food storage rules at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Forest Order 19-24-03: all food and refuse not personally attended must be in a bear-resistant container; use the campground's bear boxes and wildlife-resistant dumpsters. Official
Are pets allowed at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Pets allowed in the campground on a leash at all times; not on the beach. Official

Recent guest reviews

Amber S ★ 5 · Oct 2025
We had a great short trip. It's a lovely camp ground.
Angel C ★ 4 · Oct 2025
This is beautiful a campsite, my only complaint was one of the bathrooms not locking properly.
Dennis B ★ 4 · Oct 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Look forward to our return

Location

760 U.S. Hwy 50
7.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe (straight-line)
3.3 mi to Stateline & Heavenly Village (straight-line)
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Policies

Check-in
1:00 PM
Check-out
11:00 AM
Pets
Allowed (per listing)
Campfires
Allowed (per listing)

About

Lake Tahoe is one of the most stunning destinations on the planet, making it a top choice for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy RV cruising and camping. Zephyr Cove Resort's award-winning RV Park & Campground provides the perfect balance of modern amenities and the peaceful charm of a beautiful wooded setting.Zephyr Cove RV & Campground features 90 RV campsites, 47 walk-in campsites, 10 drive-in campsites, all nestled beneath the shade of pine trees, with some offering scenic views of Lake Tahoe.A major advantage of staying at Zephyr Cove Resort's RV Park & Campground is its prime location on the …

Amenities

Campfire RingsCamping SuppliesDump StationFlush ToiletsGrillsLaundry FacilitiesParking AreaPicnic AreaPicnic TablesRestaurantShadeShowersVending MachinesWireless Internet

Nearby activities

KayakingBoatingBirdingCampingHikingHorseback RidingGolfMotor BoatJet SkiingMountain BikingPaddlingPicnickingSkiingSnow TubingSnowmobileSwimmingTubingWater AccessWater ActivitiesWater SkiingWinter SportsPhotography
At a glance: all 17 facts with sources

At a glance

Managed by USDA Forest Service (Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit; Zephyr Cove Resort under permit). 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 (91 of 93 RV sites list a length)
Hookups & power
Listing 92 electric sites
Pull-through / back-in
Listing 30 pull-through, 55 back-in
Road & site access
Listing 47 hike-in sites
Pets
Pets allowed in the campground on a leash at all times; not on the beach Source: USDA Forest ServiceListing Allowed
Cell signal
Listing Visitor-reported signal on Recreation.gov (higher is better): Verizon 2 (48 reports), T-Mobile 3 (27 reports), AT&T 3 (27 reports)
Water
Listing Water at 93 sites
Shade
Listing 57 of 57 sites that report shade are listed as shaded
Price
Listing Lowest listed rate $29/night (live price once you pick dates)
Getting there
Listing 7.8 mi from the middle of Lake Tahoe · 3.3 mi to Stateline & Heavenly Village (straight-line, not driving)
Bear & food storage
Forest Order 19-24-03: all food and refuse not personally attended must be in a bear-resistant container; use the campground's bear boxes and wildlife-resistant dumpsters Source: USDA Forest Service
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Zephyr Cove is open year-round (Forest Service LTBMU camping page). Nov 7 – Nov 8

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Spacious & Clean 2014 RV:4 TVS & 2 SLIDE OUTS: Sleeps 8

Class C motorhomeSleeps 8 5 (11)
SPARKS, NV · 4 mi from RNO airport (straight-line)
Drivable — no tow vehicleDelivery up to 75 miPets OK
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2022 Minnie Winnie 22M

Class C motorhomeSleeps 6 4.6 (10)
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Drivable — no tow vehicleDelivery up to 40 miPets OK
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✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released

Season
Open year-round (Forest Service LTBMU camping page) Source: USDA Forest Service
Generators · Quiet hours · Starlink / satellite · Booking · Stay limits
Not listed — check with campground

Nearby parks (straight-line): Emerald Bay 9.3 mi · Sand Harbor 13.3 mi

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