Can you reserve a site at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?

Yes, Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?

No, pets are not allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort.

Are campfires allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?

Campfires are allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort, California — 84 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Badger’s Den Campground provides a Lake Tahoe and Camp Richardson Resort experience unlike any other. Featuring beach access, and all the amenities you can think of within walking distance, guests get to bask in the remarkable beauty of Tahoe without sacrificing the resort experience. The campground has 66 single standard tent sites and 18 standard double tent sites. Each campsite has a bear-proof food locker, picnic table, and fire pit with cooking grate. Tent camping only in this campground. No RVs allowed.

Recreation

Historic Camp Richardson Resort offers everything wonderful about outdoor recreation in Lake Tahoe. Recreational activities include biking, camping, fishing, hiking, sandy beach access, boating, paddling and more!

Facilities

Badger's Den Campground is nestled in the beautiful pines of the Sierra Nevadas. A short 10 minute walk to Lake Tahoe along a paved bike path. There is a Bar and Grill, General Store with Deli, Full Service Marina, and Ice Cream Parlor on site.

Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring with grate for cooking, and a bear-proof food storage locker. Tent sites have paved parking pads. Accessible flush toilets and coin operated showers are available.

Tent camping only in this campground. No RVs allowed.

Fire wood and camping supplies are available for purchase at the General Store.

Check in is at the Eagle's Nest Campground Kiosk located across HWY 89. On-site security, Property is staffed 24 hrs.

This is not a pet-friendly resort. Only service dogs accepted.

Natural Features

The resort’s unrivaled location on Lake Tahoe’s southern shore offers access to breathtaking natural wonders at an elevation of 6225 feet. Guests are surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe, the towering Sierra Nevada mountains, and the lush, fragrant forests of the surrounding area. The resort’s scenic beauty is a constant invitation for outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to water sports.

Nearby Attractions

Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach, Fallen Leaf Lake, Mt. Tallac.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 494-2228.

The facts

84 bookable sites
Up to 12 people per site
Loops: Aspen Loop, Cedar Loop, Sugar Pine Loop, Willow Loop

Site types

84 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Water hookups — not available
Pets allowed — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

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84 campsites at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
1	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
10	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
11	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
12	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
13	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
14	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
15	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
16	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
17	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
2	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
3	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
4	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
5	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
6	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
7	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
8	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
9	Aspen Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
57	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
58	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
59	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
60	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
61	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
62	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
63	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
64	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
65	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
66	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
67	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
68	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
69	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
70	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
71	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
72	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
73	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
74	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
75	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
76	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
77	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
78	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
79	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
80	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
81	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
82	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
83	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
84	Cedar Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
18	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
19	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
20	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
21	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
22	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
23	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
24	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
25	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
26	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
27	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
28	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
29	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
30	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
31	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
32	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
33	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
34	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
35	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
36	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
37	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
38	Sugar Pine Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	6
39	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
40	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
41	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
42	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
43	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
44	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
45	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
46	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
47	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
48	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
49	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
50	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
51	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
52	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
53	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
54	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
55	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12
56	Willow Loop	Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	12

Getting there

Badger's Den Campground is located 3 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road).

From Sacramento, take U.S. Highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe and proceed north past the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Highway 89 (the "Y"). Look for the Camp Richardson Resort sign on the right side of the Highway.

From North Shore (I-80, Reno, Truckee) take Highway 89 or U.S. Highway 50 to South Shore.

38.93444, -120.04081 · 38°56'4.0"N 120°2'26.9"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	6.0	5.6	4.6	2.1	1.5	0.6	0.3	0.3	0.5	2.1	3.5	6.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort

Can you reserve a site at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?: Yes, Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort have?: 84 sites.
Are pets allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?: No, pets are not allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort.
Does Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort?: Campfires are allowed at Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort

Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Fallen Leaf Campground 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Nevada Beach Campground 5.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hope Valley 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Valhalla 0.3 mi · Facility
Kiva Picnic Area 0.5 mi · Facility
Baldwin Beach 1.5 mi · Facility
Lake Tahoe - South Shore 2.4 mi · Facility
Cascade Falls 3.2 mi · Facility
Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area 3.3 mi · Campground
Sawmill Pond 12N30 3.3 mi · Facility

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort