Nevada Beach Campground
Nevada Beach Campground sits in the Lake Tahoe Basin of Nevada. Minutes from the bright blue water of Tahoe's eastern shores, campsites are nestled in a sparse forest of pine trees and evergreen shrubs. The lake and its sandy beaches provides ample recreation opportunities and restaurants and casinos are just moments away.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 54 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
54 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | HOST | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 019 | HOST | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 053 | HOST | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 001 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 39 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Back-in | 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 | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 041 is listed accessible |
The campground offers dozens of campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are in wooded areas and others are not, many of the sites have a view of the lake. Areas on the loop furthest from the lake provide the most privacy between campsites and all parking aprons are paved. Each site is equipped with tables, campfire rings and grills. Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided. The Nevada Beach Pavilion is a timber framed covered roof with open air sides. It is available for reservations for groups up to 150 people. It has 10 picnic tables and 3 large BBQ stations.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to October |
| Forest | Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit |
| Booking | www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | Parking Fee |
Weather by month
Getting there
Nevada Beach Campground is located 2 miles east of the California-Nevada state line, on Highway 50.
| Nearest town | South Lake Tahoe, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 38.9815° N, 119.9515° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Any location or activity requiring a permit or lottery will have unique requirements and policies. Please check individual facility pages for pertinent information for those sites. Booking Window For most locations, you can reserve six months in advance of your stay for individual sites and 12 months in advance for group sites. There are some exceptions, so it is best to check with each facility. Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
4 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Snowboard rental ↗ | 2.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Custom Truck Accessories ↗ | 14.6 mi |
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Explore
Video
Nevada Beach Campground Tour in South Lake Tahoe, NV (Sept 2023)
Worth a stop
Restaurants and casinos can be found in the nearby Nevada city of Stateline.
- under 0.1 miNevada Beach Pavilion ↗Swimming
- 6 miKiva Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 6.7 miBaldwin Beach ↗Swimming
- 8.3 mi
- 9 miEagle Falls Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 10 miGlen Alpine Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miRabe Trail (lam Watah)1 mi trail
- 1.7 miZephyr Bike Path0.5 mi trail
- 1.7 miZephyr Cove Campground0.1 mi trail
- 1.8 miKingsbury Stinger Trail ↗5.1 mi trail
- 1.8 miZephyr Cove Stables Trails2.4 mi trail
- 1.9 miVan Sickle Trail3.2 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.3 miKingsbury South Trailhead ↗Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
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
This campground sits inside Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
- inLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 331,807 acres
- 6 miEldorado National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 793,653 acres
- 6.9 miDesolation Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 64,041 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground is located on the California-Nevada state line, adjacent to the popular and beautiful Lake Tahoe, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Tall pines have left a bed of dry needles on the ground and the lake is visible from most sites within the campground. The nearby Nevada Beach is less than a mile long and is wider than any other beach on the lake. Its subdued atmosphere is a welcomed characteristic, as visitors come to enjoy the peace and quite of the mountain landscape.
Recreation
Just minutes away from the campground, 22-mile-long Lake Tahoe provides sunbathing, swimming, boating and water skiing. Anglers can look forward to healthy fish populations of kokanee salmon and mackinaw, rainbow and brown trout. Nearby, the 2.6-mile Lam Wa Tah Trail traverses the perimeter of the lake, providing scenic views and opportunities for exploration.
Guidebooks for Nevada
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- Best Backpacking Trips in California and NevadaMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2015Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Nevada Beach Campground?
Sites at Nevada Beach Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Nevada Beach Campground?
Parking Fee
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Nevada Beach Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Nevada Beach Campground?
Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.).
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Nevada Beach Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Nevada Beach Campground have?
54 sites, including 54 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Nevada Beach Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 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
Are there showers or a dump station at Nevada Beach Campground?
Accessible flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Nevada Beach Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Nevada Beach Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Nevada Beach Campground?
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.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Nevada Beach Campground?
Site 041 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 Nevada Beach Campground?
Just minutes away from the campground, 22-mile-long Lake Tahoe provides sunbathing, swimming, boating and water skiing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation