Giant Gap
Giant Gap Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. It is just 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the surrounding area for its fishing, canoeing, OHV and hiking opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 22 |
| Tent-only | 5 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
27 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Pull-through | 31 | Paved | Full | 12 / 4 | Yes | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | 6 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 52 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 56 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 012 | Standard | Back-in | 53 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | 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 |
| Accessibility | Sites 006, 013, 021, 022 are listed accessible |
The campground offers several single- and double-family campsites, a few of which are accessible. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | April 30 to October 31 |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | $24/single site (6 people), $48/double site (12 people), $72/triple site (18 people) Dump Station open on Sundays from 11am-1pm, $6. Dump station may be available on demand. Please contact campground hosts. $5 for extra vehicles |
| Rules | OHV use is not permitted in Sugar Pine Complex, only in staging area |
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Getting there
From Interstate 80, take the Auburn/Ravine Road exit. Continue east for 17 miles to Foresthill. Travel through town, about 9 miles, to Forest Road 10/Sugar Pine Road. Turn left and drive 9 miles, crossing a boat ramp and the dam, to the Sugar Pine Campground. Turn right and continue over a mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Foresthill, California |
| Coordinates | 39.1389° N, 120.7922° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
46 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 ↗ | 1.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 14.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sipes Tahoe ↗ | 25.3 mi |
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Giant Gap Campground - Tahoe National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
- 0.3 mi
- 0.7 miSugar Pine Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 4 miEuchre Bar Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.8 miRalston Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miManzanita ↗0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miShirttail Creek ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miRocky Ridge0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miSugar Pine Trail ↗3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miParker ATV Tie0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1 miShirttail (tie 1-7)0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
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 Tahoe National Forest.
- inTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
- 13.8 miEldorado National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 793,653 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
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Natural features
The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet. The campground is situated in stands of cedar and ponderosa pine trees. Summertime temperatures are hot during the day and cool at night.
Recreation
Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to the day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground. The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing and swimming. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Giant Gap?
Sites at Giant Gap are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Giant Gap?
$24/single site (6 people), $48/double site (12 people), $72/triple site (18 people) Dump Station open on Sundays from 11am-1pm, $6. Dump station may be available on demand. Please contact campground hosts.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Giant Gap?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Giant Gap have?
30 sites, including 22 standard sites without power and 5 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Giant Gap?
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 pets allowed at Giant Gap?
Yes, pets are allowed at Giant Gap. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Giant Gap?
Sites 006, 013, 021, and 022 are 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 Giant Gap?
Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Giant Gap?
Foresthill, California.
Source: Getting there
What if Giant Gap is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Shirttail Creek (0.4 mi), Forbes Group Campground (0.7 mi), and Forbes Creek (0.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby