Hope Valley
HOPE VALLEY
Part of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Hope Valley Campground is located in its beautiful namesake valley at an elevation of 7,300 feet, just 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. Visitors enjoy fishing the West Fork Carson River and exploring local trails.Facilities
This tent and RV-friendly campground has been completely reconstructed and offers all new single and double-family campsites with picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, food storage lockers and tent pads.
Vault toilets, garbage service and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a forest of Jeffrey and lodgepole pines on the edge of Hope Valley. The area affords views of the scenic valley and surrounding forested mountains.Recreation
The West Fork Carson River runs nearby, offering rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing. Numerous trails in the area provide excellent hiking and backpacking opportunities.Nearby Attractions
Hope Valley is only 40 miles from the beautiful Lake Tahoe. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.Important Notices
- NOTE: This is Hope Valley Campground, located on Blue Lakes Road, not Hope Valley Resort located on Hwy 88. Please make sure this is the campground you want before making your reservation.
- Caution: black bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in provided food storage lockers or approved containers
- A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected on-site for extra vehicles beginning with the second vehicle
- This campground has first-come, first-served sites
- Opening and closing dates are subject to change due to existing weather conditions
- Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 89 over Luther Pass. At the junction of Highways 88 and 89, make a right and travel 2 miles west on Highway 88, then turn south and proceed to the campground.
Contact Information
P.O. Box 104MARKLEEVILLE, CA 96120
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 021 Host , Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
