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Written by By Erin Hershey/ Tahoe.com
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Tuesday, 29 July 2008 |
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 Camping is a great way to appreciate the beauty and activities of the Tahoe area; providing an interaction with nature that you’ll never find in a stuffy hotel room.
There are many public and private campgrounds around the Tahoe basin — here are six to explore:
North Shore
• When you’re looking to rise above the summer heat, go up – to the top of Mt. Rose Highway. Locals may have noticed the campground turnoff sign at the summit of Hwy 431, perhaps not realizing that it leads to a picturesque camping spot with access to some of the best high-country hiking in the basin. Wander easily to the Tahoe Meadows to link up with the Tahoe Rim Trail or the Ophir Creek Trail. Trailheads to Slide Mountain and Mt. Rose itself are nearby as well. The campground offers 24 sites and flush toilets. Fees are $13/night. Visit for reservations.
• If fishing is your game, reel one in at the Boca reservoir. Located just one mile north of Interstate-80 in Truckee, the reservoir is fed by the Little Truckee River and is host to Kokanee salmon, rainbow, brook and brown trout. Three campgrounds surround the reservoir – Boca Campground on the west shore, Boca Rest on the northeastern shore and Boca Spring, one mile east of the reservoir. Amenities vary but can be viewed and booked at www.recreation.gov. All sites are $16/night.
East Shore
• The Tahoe Meadows/ Spooner Summit portion of the Tahoe Rim Trail is known for its cliff-hugging, dizzyingly spectacular views of the lake - as well as for its access to some of the best mountain biking trails in the Tahoe basin. Though there’s nary an amenity-laden campground to be found on this part of the east shore, a hike-in campground is available for those up for a trek. Marlette Peak Campground offers 16 primitive campsites and is located about 6 miles from the TRT Spooner Summit trailhead. Access the trailhead on U.S. 50, .7 miles from the junction of Hwy 28.
• For those looking to have a piece of every part of Tahoe’s action – proximity to the lake, nightlife and casinos as well as water sports and plethora of family-friendly campground amenities – Zephyr Cove Resort is a best bet. A thriving beach spot, Zephyr Cove is the launching point for the M.S. Dixie II paddleboat tour. The resort area itself also offers horseback riding and boat rentals. 57 Campsites, flush toilets and showers are available and the resort is located on US 50, four miles north of Stateline in Zephyr Cove, NV. Rates vary by season – contact for information and reservations.
 West Shore
• Come see how the other half lived on Lake Tahoe by visiting the museum at the historic Hellman-Ehrman mansion in Sugar Pine Point State Park. The mansion was a vacation spot for wealthy families for a half century. The park offers two miles of lake frontage and forest with access to hiking and biking trails. The park is located 10 miles west of Tahoe City on Hwy 89 and features175 sites, flush toilets and showers. Fees are $15-25/ night depending on the season. Reserve at .
• Home to the precariously placed “Balancing Rock”, D.L. Bliss State park is a favorite choice for those looking for a combination of campground amenities and Lake Tahoe shore access. The park offers a large beach filled with rocky coves that are ready to explore. A five-mile trail originating in the park to Emerald Bay makes for a nice day hike. The park is located off of Hwy 89, 17 miles south of Tahoe City and two miles north of Emerald Bay. 168 campsites and flush toilets are available. Fees range from $20 - $35/night depending on site location and season. Reservations can be made at .
Most campgrounds allow leashed pets, although beach access for animals may be restricted. Campsites generally fill up quickly around holidays so be sure to book early.
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