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Meeks Bay Resort

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

It is located on western shore of the famed Lake Tahoe (Da ow aga), far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Lodging: The Kehlet Mansion provides seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and a full size kitchen. Meeks Bay (mayála wáťa) is located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe at a 6,225-foot elevation and is surrounded by many of Lake Tahoe’s most famous attractions.

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11 Months

max Stay

14 nights

max Concurrent Stay

3 campsite(s) held

Official campground details, summarized

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

Facilities

Lodging: The Kehlet Mansion provides seven bedrooms, three bathrooms and a full size kitchen. Enjoy the private deck, picture windows, and a full event area for weddings, reunions and special events. The Washoe House, also known as the Point House, offers three bedrooms, one bathroom, and a separate studio cabin. Located on the south shore of the bay, it offers unmatched privacy. 12 Lodges with studio, one and two bedroom floorplans. All units have kitchens with utensils and cookware. 7 standalone cabins with studio, one and two bedroom floorplans. All cabins have kitchens stocked with utensils and cookware. Camping: 14 Non-electric campsites for tents and small pop-up trailers found north of Meeks Creek. 40 Non-electric campsites for tents and small pop-up trailers on the southern side of the Meeks Creek. 23 RV sites with full hookups north on the northern side of Meeks Creek. Several are pull through and can accommodate up to 60 feet of tow vehicle and RV. Food and shopping: The Wa She Shu Grill offers a great selection of lunch meals and snacks from 11:00am to 3:30pm daily. The General Store offers an assortment of clothing, souvenirs, firewood, ice, snacks, beverages, coffee, ice cream and sundries. It is open every day from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Other offerings: Kayaks and paddle boards are available for hourly, half day and full day rental. Hot private shower facilities are available with purchase of tokens from the general store. Several public restrooms with flush toilets are available.

Natural Features

Meeks Bay (mayála wáťa) is located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe at a 6,225-foot elevation and is surrounded by many of Lake Tahoe’s most famous attractions. You won’t need to go far to experience the iconic views that travelers come from around the world to see. The abundant natural features include snow covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada, forested mountainsides, green meadows, miles of pristine shoreline, and impressive granite boulders. The azure lake is rimmed by footpaths, hiking and biking trails. Don’t miss the spectacular views of De ek Wadapush (Cave Rock) across the lake from the beach of mayála wáťa (Meeks Bay). The more adventurous hiker can traverse the Tahoe Rim Trail which offers panoramic views of the basin. Or one can venture deep into the Desolation Wilderness to Phipps Pass from the Meeks Bay Trailhead.

Recreation

When most people imagine what to do at Lake Tahoe, they think outdoor activities. Enthusiasts will find hundreds of miles of trails to hike, bike, and ride horseback. The Meeks Bay Resort provides sunbathing, beach play, swimming, and scuba diving. Kayak and paddle boards can be rented onsite. While motorized craft are not allowed in the bay, boating and water skiing are readily accessible elsewhere on Lake Tahoe. Anglers can land the big one at dozens of spots. Kokanee salmon and mackinaw, rainbow, Lahontan Cutthroat and brown trout are found throughout the area. The Washoe Tribe has actively helped improve the population of the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout (Ɂímgi).

Nearby Attractions

South Lake Tahoe, CA Several Casinos and shops at Stateline, NV Boat tours of the lake Emerald Bay State Park and the Vikingsholm Castle D.L. Bliss State Park Tahoe City to the north Several Hiking Trails

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

99 mapped sites

Campsites

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

Site Tent S21

South Loop 3

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site RV 20

Long Inner Loop

RV ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site Tent S08

South Loop 1

MANAGEMENT

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S01

South Loop 1

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site RV 19

Long Inner Loop

RV ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site Lodge 14

Cabin Row

CABIN ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site RV 3

Outer Camp Loop

RV ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site Lodge 9

Cabin Row

CABIN ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site RV 18

Long Inner Loop

RV ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site Tent N13

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent N07

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Lodge 7

Cabin Row

CABIN ELECTRIC

vehicle

2

people

shade

Site RV 23

Long Inner Loop

RV ELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

shade

Site Tent N10

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S30

South Loop 3

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent N14

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S29

South Loop 3

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S23

South Loop 3

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent N01

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent N12

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S09

South Loop 2

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S40

South Loop 4

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent S03

South Loop 1

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

20 ft

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Site Tent N06

Outer Camp Loop

TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC

vehicle

6

people

Yes

shade

Important notices

Nightly price for all sites and buildings is the total of the down payment and the remaining nightly fee. The down payment is non-refundable. Campsites at our south Meeks Bay Campground are TENT-ONLY sites. Registration - Please check in upon arrival at the main building at the north Meeks Bay Resort. If you plan on checking in after 8:00pm, please contact us beforehand. Food Storage- You are in an active bear area. When not in use, you must store all food, scented items, coolers, equipment used to prepare food and garbage (recycling also) inside provided bear-proof boxes. These items must be stored day and night. Food-storage box dimensions are 28" high x 33" deep x 47" wide. Parking - Vehicles must be parked with all four wheels on pavement. Extra vehicles must be parked in the overflow parking lot. Quiet hours - Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 6 AM daily. Music, talking, and generators should not be audible beyond your immediate campsite any time of day. Generator use - Generators may only be operated a maximum of 2 hours during quiet hours from 10 PM to 8 AM. Campers are asked to be considerate. Check out - Campsites need to be vacated (people, equipment, and vehicles) by 11:00 am. Occupancy - There is a maximum of 6 people per campsite or RV site. If you exceed this number, purchase another site (if available) and relocate some of your group and equipment to the other campsite. Fires - Campfires are only permitted in fire rings. DO NOT leave a fire unattended. Be certain to extinguish fire completely with water before leaving site. Dead wood on the ground may be collected for fuel for campfires within the parks, do not cut or break trees. All collected wood must fit completely within fire rings. Fire rings are provided in each campsite, DO NOT build additional fire rings. Tents - Pitch tents on tent pads and within campsite boundaries only. Day Use - Campsites are for overnight visitors only. Please use designated day use areas for parking, picnics, and lake access. Trash - Please keep your campsite clean. Place all litter in campground trash dumpsters. Do not leave cigarette butts or bottle caps on the ground. Glass, aluminum, and food are prohibited in fire pits. Water - Do not dump waste water on the ground or at the water spigots. All waste water must be disposed of at the restroom sinks. This applies to shower tents as well. Shower water must be collected and disposed of as stated above. Used water must not be allowed to run onto the ground. Preserve Natural Resources - Injuring plants or trees by cutting, breaking, or attaching nails or other hardware is prohibited. Bicycles - Bicycles are allowed (with helmets if under 18 years of age). Off-Road Vehicles - Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground. Propane Tanks - We are unable to recycle your used propane tanks. They CAN NOT be left at the park. You must take them home with you and dispose of them properly. Pets are not allowed at Meeks Bay Resort. No trailers of any kind are permitted in the tent sites. Meeks Bay Resort is historical and rustic and does not have ADA compliant lodging. There are no life guards. Chainsaw use and hunting are prohibited in the area. Please keep non-motorized watercraft and boats in tow clean, drained and dry, to avoid transport or introduction of aquatic invasive species. All watercraft will be screened to avoid invasive species. Meeks Bay Resort no longer has a marina or access for boat launching. Overnight sleeping in vehicles can only be done in marked, and fully paid camping sites. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Supervisor's Office, (530) 543-2600. Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. Guests should be aware that there is a risk of exposure to hantavirus when visiting rustic cabins; click here to learn more Meeks Bay Resort is operated on National Forest Service Land by the Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California under a special use permit administered by the USDA Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.
PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON RESORT PROPERTY

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Common questions

Is Meeks Bay Resort available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 8 of the next 14 days, starting Tue, Jul 28. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Meeks Bay Resort?

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 far in advance can I book?

Recreation.gov lists a booking window of 11 Months for this campground.

How quickly will I hear about a cancellation?

Kestrel rescans every two minutes, and every 30 seconds during the provider's daily release window. Alerts go out by email as soon as a matching site appears.