Boats & cruises
| Location | South Lake Tahoe, California |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | $32–$50/night |
| Guest rating | 4.0 / 5 (78 reviews) |
| Maximum RV length | 45 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | None listed |
| RV sites | 19 |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Book on | Recreation.gov |
From the park's listing on Recreation.gov. Confirm details with the park before you book.
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Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Hope Valley, not driving.
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights92 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights24 sites open for every night
Availability not currentThis weekend · Not yet releasedRecreation.gov hasn't opened these dates yet
Hope Valley is a Recreation.gov campground in Markleeville. It lists 19 RV or RV/tent sites and 2 tent sites for rigs up to 45 ft. Pets are allowed per the listing.
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Availability checked Sep 20 on Recreation.gov. Rates are the provider's nightly rates; totals are estimates before taxes & fees.
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| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 012 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 011 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 020 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 001 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 007 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 013 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 003 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 004 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 005 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 002 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 008 standard nonelectric |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (78 reviews, ★ 4.0). Not written or edited by us.
“The camp host, Dave, what an incredibly helpful and nice guy. He made what was a nice vacation a truely enjoyable experience.”
“Clean quiet campground in a magical place! Our camp host David was very helpful.”
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Longest RV site listed: 45 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
Hope Valley Campground sits at about 7,300 feet on the edge of its namesake valley in a stand of Jeffrey and lodgepole pines, roughly 40 miles about a 40-minute drive south of Lake Tahoe via Highways 89 and 88. The site was completely reconstructed and now offers 21 well-defined campsites: 19 that accommodate both RVs and tents and 2 tent-only sites, with a mix of single- and double-family layouts. Each site includes a picnic table, campfire ring, grill, food storage locker and a tent pad; vault toilets and drinking water are available on site, and firewood can be purchased from the host. The road directions from South Lake Tahoe (over Luther Pass to the junction of Highways 88 and 89) make the campground straightforward to reach in summer and fall, though it sits high enough that mountain weather can influence access. The West Fork Carson River runs nearby, and anglers can find rainbow and cutthroat trout within easy reach of the campground; numerous trailheads around Hope Valley also support day hikes and longer backpacking routes. Beyond the immediate campground experience, the Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest offers a wide range of recreation from mountain biking, climbing and horseback riding to OHV routes, hunting, wildlife viewing and winter sports so the valley works well as a base for varied outings. The campground is friendly to both tent campers and RVs, and while specific fees, reservation policies and seasonal openings aren't listed here, campers should check with the Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest for up-to-date information on reservations, seasonal access and any road or trail advisories before planning a trip.
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
| Max RV / trailer length | Not listed |
| Bear storage |
Picks are 45 ft or shorter: the longest RV site listed here. Pickup area: Reno (Reno-Tahoe International (RNO)), about 42 mi straight-line from Hope Valley. RV rentals in Reno
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| $32 |
| 019 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 021 Host standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 017 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 015 standard nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 009 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $32 |
| 018 standard nonelectric | – | – | $50 |
| 014 standard nonelectric | – | – | $50 |
| 010 tent only nonelectric | – | – | $50 |
| 006 standard nonelectric | – | – | $50 |
| 016 standard nonelectric | – | – | $50 |
| Not listed |
| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Not listed |
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| Max stay | 14 nights max |
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Sources: Recreation.gov — Hope Valley. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
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