Fallen Leaf Lake is calmer, less crowded, and equally stunning
Fallen Leaf Campground
Hidden gem: alpine lake, spacious sites, better availability than Nevada Beach
South Lake Tahoe, CA4.5 (284)6,447 ft
The best-kept secret at South Lake Tahoe. Fallen Leaf sits 6 miles from town in a stunning National Forest setting near beautiful Fallen Leaf Lake — calmer and less crowded than Tahoe itself. With 206 sites including yurts, this is the largest federal campground in the area. Bike to the lake beach in minutes. Senior/Access pass gets 50% off.
Best For
Budget campersHikersCyclistsFall visitorsSenior pass holders
Site Types
RV (no hookups)TentYurt
Amenities
Walk to Fallen Leaf Lake Beach
Flush Toilets
Coin Showers ($0.25/min)
Dump Station
Fire Pits
Bear Boxes
Potable Water
Picnic Tables
Pet Friendly
Bike to Lake
Glen Alpine Trailhead Access
Yurts with Heater & Electricity
Check-in
2:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Season
Mid-May - Mid-October
Max/site
6 people
Known Issues
No hookups. Coin showers only. Generator noise from RVs. 6 miles from South Lake Tahoe. Spotty cell signal.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund minus $10 if cancelled 4+ days before. No refund within 3 days.