Giant Gap

Tahoe National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Foresthill, CA, CA

Price: From $24 per night

Price range: $24–$48 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (161 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/giant-gap to be notified when sites open up.

Giant Gap is beautifully situated on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest with lots of privacy, natural forest setting, and highly-rated amenities including clean vault toilets and attentive camp hosts. Popular activities include fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, and canoeing on the reservoir.

Wildlife alert: Steller's Jay, Douglas' Squirrel, Cliff Swallow, Sharp-tailed Snake, and Coralbelly Ringneck Snake are documented in the area. Yellow jackets noted in camper reviews.

Insider tips for Giant Gap: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring a screen house or dome tent setup to manage yellow jackets during meals No RV hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs Paved non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground

Skip Giant Gap if: You need RV hookups — none are available at most sites. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations only May-October. You prefer larger, more spacious tent sites — most sites are described as cozy spots.

Best time to visit Giant Gap: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Shirttail Creek (Foresthill, CA), Forbes Creek (Foresthill, CA), Tunnel Mills Ii (Camptonville, CA), North Fork (Ca) (Camptonville, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Giant Gap

Cell signal at Giant Gap (Foresthill, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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Foresthill, CA, CA★ 4.2 (161 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet.

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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
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites4 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault 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 — none are available at most sites✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations only May-October✕ You prefer larger, more spacious tent sites — most sites are described as cozy spots

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Bring a screen house or dome tent setup to manage yellow jackets during meals

No RV hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs

Paved non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Steller's Jay, Douglas' Squirrel, Cliff Swallow, Sharp-tailed Snake, and Coralbelly Ringneck Snake are documented in the area. Yellow jackets noted in camper reviews.

Location

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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.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tahoe National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Tahoe National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Giant Gap cost per night?+
Giant Gap costs $24–$48 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Giant Gap open?+
Giant Gap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Giant Gap have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Giant Gap?+
Giant Gap can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Giant Gap?+
Giant Gap 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 Giant Gap?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Giant Gap is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Giant Gap open, and what are check-in times?+
Giant Gap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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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
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$24 /night★ 4.2 (161)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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