Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: South Lake Tahoe, CA, CA

Price: From $53 per night

Price range: $53–$106 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (57 reviews)

Season: May through October

Badger’s Den Campground provides a Lake Tahoe and Camp Richardson Resort experience unlike any other. Featuring beach access, and all the amenities you can think of within walking distance, guests get to bask in the remarkable beauty of Tahoe without sacrificing the resort experience. The campground has 66 single standard tent sites and 18 standard double tent sites.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Bear Boxes, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/badgers-den-at-camp-richardson-resort to be notified when sites open up.

Badger's Den offers beach access to Lake Tahoe with resort amenities within walking distance, featuring 84 tent sites with bear-proof food lockers, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campground provides a full range of outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, boating, and swimming.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area—bear boxes provided at each site. Also Sierra Nevada Snowshoe Hare, Coyote, Pacific Marten, Sharp-shinned Hawk, and American Goshawk documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Beach access and resort amenities within walking distance included with your stay Tent camping only; each site includes bear-proof food locker, picnic table, and fire pit

Skip Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at tent sites. You're planning to visit November-April—seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Eagles Nest At Camp Richardson Resort (South Lake Tahoe, CA), Tahoe Valley Campground (South Lake Tahoe, CA), Fallen Leaf Campground (South Lake Tahoe, CA), Emerald Bay State Park (South Lake Tahoe, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort

Cell signal at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort (South Lake Tahoe, CA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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South Lake Tahoe, CA, CA★ 3.9 (57 reviews)From $53/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Badger’s Den Campground provides a Lake Tahoe and Camp Richardson Resort experience unlike any other. Featuring beach access, and all the amenities you can think of within walking distance, guests get to bask in the remarkable beauty of Tahoe without sacrificing the resort experience. The campground has 66 single standard tent sites and 18 standard double tent sites.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsNot allowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesBear Boxes
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available at tent sites✕ You're planning to visit November-April—seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Beach access and resort amenities within walking distance included with your stay

Tent camping only; each site includes bear-proof food locker, picnic table, and fire pit

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear present in area—bear boxes provided at each site. Also Sierra Nevada Snowshoe Hare, Coyote, Pacific Marten, Sharp-shinned Hawk, and American Goshawk documented within 8km.

Location

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(800)544-1801 or (530)541-1801· Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Getting there →

Badger's Den Campground is located 3 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road). From Sacramento, take U.S. Highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe and proceed north past the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Highway 89 (the "Y"). Look for the Camp Richardson Resort sign on the right side of the Highway. From North Shore (I-80, Reno, Truckee) take Highway 89 or U.S. Highway 50 to South Shore.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort cost per night?+
Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort costs $53–$106 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort open?+
Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort?+
Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort?+
Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort open, and what are check-in times?+
Badgers Den At Camp Richardson Resort is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$53 /night★ 3.9 (57)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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