Nevada Beach campsite among Jeffrey pine trees with glimpse of Lake Tahoe blue water

Spacious paved sites — site #14 and #28 have lake views

Nevada Beach Campground

Most scenic campground at Tahoe — books in seconds, worth every effort

Zephyr Cove, NV4.6 (489)6,306 ft
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Widely regarded as the best campground at Lake Tahoe. 56 spacious paved sites in Jeffrey pines at 6,100 feet, most with lake views. Nearly a mile of the widest beach on the lake is a short walk away. Sites are larger and more spread out than anywhere else at Tahoe — actual privacy. No hookups, no showers. Opens May 22, 2026. Reservations open exactly 6 months in advance on Recreation.gov at 7am PST and sell out in under 2 minutes.

Best For

Beach campersTent campersDog ownersAnyone wanting the best views at Tahoe

Site Types

RV (no hookups)Tent

Amenities

Direct Beach Access (0.3 mi)
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Fire Rings & Grills
Bear Boxes
Picnic Tables
Paved Parking Aprons
Trash & Recycling
Pet Friendly (campground)
Paddleboard Rentals (summer)
Lam Wa Tah Trail
Dog-Friendly Beach (south end)
Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May 22 - September 2026

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

No hookups, no showers, no dump station. 14-night max stay per calendar year. Pets not allowed on beach (campground only).

Cancellation Policy

Full refund minus $10 if cancelled 4+ days before. No refund within 3 days. Check daily for cancellations.

$47/night
4.6(489)
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