Mount Rose
Mount Rose Campground is conveniently located between Reno and Lake Tahoe just off scenic Mount Rose Highway. Visitors love the campground for its proximity to excellent hiking trails and recreational opportunities at Lake Tahoe.
Sites 1 to 18 take reservations. Sites 19 to 26 are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Tent-only | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Loop 1 | Tent only | 29 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 003 | Loop 1 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 12 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 019 | Loop 1 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 020 | Loop 1 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 021 | Loop 1 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 022 | Loop 1 | Tent only | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 023 | Loop 1 | Tent only | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 024 | Loop 1 | Tent only | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 025 | Loop 1 | Tent only | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Per Day: $32 Single / $50 Double / $55 Triple |
| Accessibility | Site 012 is listed accessible |
Mount Rose contains single and double-family sites, as well as one triple-family site. Six of the single sites are for tent camping only. Picnic and utility tables, campfire rings, grills and food storage lockers are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Roads and parking spurs throughout the site are paved.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | June to September |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | Sites 1-18 can be reserved online at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232186 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | Per Day: $32 Single / $50 Double / $55 Triple |
| Rules | Dog must be on a leash at campground. |
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Getting there
From Highway 395 south of Reno, travel 17 miles west on State Route 431, following signs to the campground. The Actual Mailing Address is: PO Box 104, Markleeville, CA 96120. The Physical Address is: Mt. Rose Hwy, State Route 431, Reno, NV 89511.
| Nearest town | Markleeville, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 39.3123° N, 119.8974° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
27 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 10 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 12.3 mi |
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Mt. Rose Campground - Toiyabe National Forest, NV
Worth a stop
Mount Rose is conveniently close to beautiful Lake Tahoe, less than 30 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.
- 8.6 miKings Beach 18E18 ↗Swimming
- 12.3 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miTahoe Meadows Overlookunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miTahoe Meadows Interpretive Tra1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miLower Meadow Loop0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miMiddle Meadow Loop0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miUpper Meadow Loop0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miWest Stair Connector0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Mt. Rose Wilderness begins about 0.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.9 miMt. Rose Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 31,223 acres
- 7.2 miLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 331,807 acres
- 10.5 miTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is situated high on the western slope of Mount Rose at an elevation of 9,300 feet. A scenic forest of lodgepole pine, Jeffrey pine, white pine and red fir covers the campground, offering pleasant shade in most sites.
Recreation
Hiking is the most popular pastime at Mount Rose. Several trails, including the Tahoe Meadows, Tahoe Rim, Mount Rose Wilderness and Mount Rose Summit Trails, begin very close to the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mount Rose?
For some sites. Sites 1 to 18 take reservations. Sites 19 to 26 are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Mount Rose?
Per Day: $32 Single / $50 Double / $55 Triple
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mount Rose?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mount Rose have?
26 sites, including 19 standard sites without power and 7 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mount Rose?
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Mount Rose have hookups?
Yes, water and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Mount Rose?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mount Rose. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mount Rose?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Dog must be on a leash at campground.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Mount Rose?
Site 012 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Mount Rose?
Hiking is the most popular pastime at Mount Rose. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mount Rose?
Markleeville, Nevada. Mount Rose is conveniently close to beautiful Lake Tahoe, less than 30 minutes away.
Source: Getting there
What if Mount Rose is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Alpine Meadow Campground (12 mi), Boca Spring (12.3 mi), and Boca Campground (12.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby