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Fallen Leaf Campground

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

Upcoming Availability

7 of 14 days currently show available sites.

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Sun, Jul 26

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Mon, Jul 27

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Tue, Jul 28

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Thu, Jul 30

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Fallen Leaf Campground is situated on the north shore of Fallen Leaf Lake and adjacent to Taylor Creek. Each yurt provides a cabin-like space for a family of five or six people. The campsites do not offer views of either the lake or Taylor Creek, but they are nestled among towering native pine, cedar, fir and aspen.

max Stay

14 days

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Each yurt provides a cabin-like space for a family of five or six people. The yurts sit on a wooden platform and have an electric light and space heater, but no additional electric plug-ins. Interior furnishings include a futon and bunk beds with mattresses. Cooking supplies and bedding are not provided. The tent and RV sites have paved parking aprons. Each yurt and standard site has a bear-proof food storage locker, campfire ring, pedestal grill and picnic table. Coin-operated shower facilities, water spigots and accessible restrooms with flush toilets are scattered throughout the campground. A camp host is on-site, and firewood and supplies can be purchased from the camp store. A public phone is also available.

Natural Features

The campsites do not offer views of either the lake or Taylor Creek, but they are nestled among towering native pine, cedar, fir and aspen. Some are adjacent to wildflower meadows. Guests only need to walk a short distance to Fallen Leaf Lake, where the forested shoreline and surrounding mountains are reflected in its crystal-clear waters. Prominent peaks include Cathedral Peak (8,200 feet) and Mount Tallac (9,735 feet). The surrounding woods provide habitat for squirrels, racoons, chipmunks and a variety of birds. The campground has some resident black bears that are often seen by guests; please be safe around bears.

Recreation

Both Fallen Leaf Lake and Lake Tahoe offer opportunities for non-motorized and motorized boating, tubing, waterskiing and windsurfing. Fishing is available at both lakes, but anglers generally have better luck at Lake Tahoe. Guests can swim in Fallen Leaf Lake, even though there are no designated swimming areas. The south shore of Lake Tahoe offers the Pope and Baldwin swim beaches. Hikers can access the 1-mile Moraine Trail from the campground. The Taylor Creek Visitor Center is directly across Highway 89 and has interpretive programs, guided walks on the Rainbow Trail and to the Stream Profile Chamber. The Glen Alpine and Mt. Tallac trailheads are nearby for excellent day hiking and backpacking in the Desolation Wilderness. The Pope-Baldwin bike path parallels Highway 89.

Nearby Attractions

A century ago, what is now the Tallac Historic Site held the ''Grandest Resort in the World'' and the summer retreats for three of San Francisco Bay Area's socially elite families. Today, the remains of the resort and the restored estates attract thousands of visitors annually to recapture this bygone and significant era in Tahoe's history.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

196 mapped sites

Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site 074

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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33 ft

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6

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Site 150A

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 144A

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 123

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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42 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 122

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 107

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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27 ft

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6

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Site 019

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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39 ft

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6

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Site 079

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 040

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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Site 140

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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Site 193

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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26 ft

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6

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Site 043

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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35 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 133A

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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50 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 070

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 172

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 031

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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35 ft

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6

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Site 027

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 136

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Site 022

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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35 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 159

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

31 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 203

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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36 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 204

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

37 ft

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6

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Yes

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Site 020

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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45 ft

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6

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Site 089

AREA FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND

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40 ft

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6

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Important notices

Please Note: One vehicle per single site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. Yurt fee includes one vehicle.
All campers must register at the campground entrance kiosk. Using the pre-check in will require you to check in with the campground office upon arrival.
Reservation holders must be present at check-in
Forest Order No. 19-15-01: Prohibits camping for a combined total of no more than 14 days during a calendar year (January-December), forest-wide. Visitors may book campsites annually but the maximum stay may not exceed a total of 14 days each calendar year (January-December).

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Common questions

Is Fallen Leaf Campground available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 7 of the next 14 days, starting Mon, Jul 27. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Fallen Leaf Campground?

Reservations are handled by Recreation.gov, not by Kestrel. Use the official reservation link on this page to book. Kestrel only watches availability and tells you when a site frees up.

How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?

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