7 Best RV Resorts Near Lake Tahoe

The towering pines and turquoise blue waters of Lake Tahoe have been drawing in visitors for centuries. The High Sierra is a camping paradise, with miles of elevated trails and pristine beaches to enjoy during the day and beautiful views of the stars at night. Whether you’re visiting during the summer or winter, there’s so many things to do suited to every budget and lifestyle. 

To accommodate the large influx of visitors, there are many fabulous RV resorts near Lake Tahoe from its western to southern rim. RVnGO has compiled a list of the best RV campgrounds for a variety of budgets and needs to make sure your stay is as wonderful as the land around it.

RV Resorts Near Lake Tahoe: Nevada

Zephyr Cove Resort

If you’re looking for a surplus of high end amenities on the water, Zephyr Cove Resort is for you. Located on the southern shores of Lake Tahoe near Zephyr Cove, Nevada, the resort combines 93 RV campsites with neighboring cabins. You won’t feel cramped, however, because there’s so many things to do at the cove to occupy everyone equally.

To keep everyone fed, the resort offers delicious local and sustainable dining at the Zephyr Cove Restaurant. From the marina, you can set sail on the resort’s cruise at sunset or spend the day on jetski or parasail rentals. In the woods, you’ll find horseback riding tours and birding.

In sum, there’s something for literally everyone at Zephyr Cove Resort.

Hookups: Yes, full

Amenities Highlights: On-site restaurant, cruise, jetski rentals

Price: $47/night

Nevada Beach Campground

Also located in Zephyr Cove are the quieter shores of Nevada Beach Campground. With a much smaller number of campsites available, it’s a great option for those that are looking for a more tranquil, private RV experience. However, this is not to say that the location is totally empty either— Nevada Beach is highly popular with locals and visitors, so you should still expect a healthy amount of people to share the space with!

The stretch of Nevada Beach that the campground occupies is a gorgeous strip of golden sand and native pines. There’s a day use pavilion with picnic tables for everyone to use, and a number of trails nearby. The campgrounds are pet friendly, and individual campsites are quite spacious, all with views of the water through the pines.

Because there are a limited number of campsites available at this popular location, we recommend booking six months in advance.

Hookups: No

Amenities Highlights: Spacious/private campsites, trails

Price: $38/night

RV Resorts Near Lake Tahoe: California

Fallen Leaf Campground

Unlike most of the other campgrounds on this list, Fallen Leaf Campground is not located directly on the shores of Lake Tahoe. However, it is located by Fallen Leaf Lake, a smaller lake 15 minutes away from Tahoe by car. So you’ll have two different lakes to choose from!

Fallen Leaf has over 200 campsites to choose from, with swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding on its lake to enjoy. Although there’s always a fairly high volume of campers at this resort, the campsites are well spaced apart and peaceful despite the crowds. For this reason, Fallen Leaf is one of the most popular campgrounds near Lake Tahoe, and does it all despite being one of the few that’s not directly located on the lake itself.

(Which should tell you something about the quality of the park, we think.)

The campsites among the ponderosa pines also have access to a couple of beautiful forest meadows to enjoy for some variation in natural features during your stay.

Hookups: No

Amenities Highlights: Multiple lakes, kayaking, spacious campsites

Price: $36/night

D. L. Bliss State Park

Some of the most beautiful beaches of Lake Tahoe are located in D. L. Bliss State Park, which makes it another incredibly high demand camping site. Sparkling turquoise water and some of the lightest colored sand on its shores makes the state park a truly magnificent sight to behold— and it can all be yours to explore from the seat of your RV!

Bliss State Park is also famous for Rubicon Point Light, the highest elevation lighthouse in the US. The loop trail is accessible from the campgrounds, which are pet friendly so long as dogs are kept on leashes 24/7. 

Because of the historic nature of the campground, the roads and campsites are smaller than in some of the more modern campgrounds. As such, the maximum length for campers is 18 feet and 15 feet for trailers.

Hookups: No

Amenities Highlights: Extensive hiking trails, picturesque beaches, shower facilities

Price: $45 for beach sites, $35 for pines

Ed Z’Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park

Further north from D. L. Bliss is another state park that’s renowned for its extraordinary blue waters. Ed Z’Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park is located upon two miles of shoreline in Tahoma, and boasts some of the tallest pine trees in the world. The geography of the park is classic Sierra, with sand beaches in some parts and rock in others, miles of trails through its pines, and sweeping mountain ranges in parts. In fact, one of the hiking trails accessible from the campgrounds features a 300 foot gain in elevation.

Ed Z’Berg is the only state park in the Sierra that remains open for campers during the winter season. So although Lake Tahoe is most visited in the summer, you’ll find a breathtaking camping experience in the fall and winter as well if you’re up for it.

Also found within the park is the historic Hellman-Ehrman Estate, which offers tours of the mansion throughout the summer.

Hookups: No

Amenities Highlights: Hiking trails, shower facilities, historic estate, year round programs

Price: $35/night

Meeks Bay Resort

Ten miles south of Tahoe City is the popular Meeks Bay Resort. With some of the most amenities offered by campgrounds on the western portion of Lake Tahoe, it’ll quickly become apparent why campsites are recommended to be booked at least six months in advance. 

In addition to the gorgeous natural features of the lake and forest, Meeks Bay offers a general store and the Wa-She-Shu Grille for lakeside dining. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are available through the resort that come with instruction if needed. At the nearby marina, you’ll find waterskiis, boat cruises, and private boat rentals. 

Plus, there’s the miles of hiking options, and the Vikingsholm Mansion estate tours.

Basically, there’s a lot to do at Meeks Bay— and we can’t recommend it all enough.

Hookups: Yes, full 

Amenities Highlights: Flush toilets, drinking water, restaurant, general store, kayak rentals

Price: $65 high season, $45 off season

William Kent Campground

Our list of the best RV resorts near Lake Tahoe concludes further north at the William Kent Campground in bustling Tahoe City. Despite its proximity to town, William Kent offers a good blend of peaceful respite and ease of access to the town’s amenities. The park itself is located across the street from the lake and a quick drive to restaurants and stores. However, within the park is 100% Sierra landscape. 

At William Kent, the main amenities are the park’s natural features. There are tons of nearby hiking trails, including a bike path that will lead you along the Truckee River. Kayak and rentals are available, and campsites are well spaced apart to provide privacy on your trip.

William Kent is on the smaller side, with around 50 campsites available. If you’re looking for a quieter setting, but still near things to do in town, this resort is for you.

Hookups: No

Amenities Highlights: Proximity to town, kayak rentals, flush toilets, hiking trails

Price: $31/night