Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort

Campground · California · 31 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Eldorado National Forest (NF) · Open Access

31
Bookable sites
up to 18
People per site
6,251 ft
Elevation
Monument Sign Hotel
Photo: TL · Recreation.gov

Overview

Eagles Nest 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 25 double standard tent sites and 6 standard triple 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

Eagles Nest 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 Eagles Nest Campground Kiosk located on 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.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

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

The facts

  • 31 bookable sites
  • Up to 18 people per site
  • Loops: Jeffrey Loop, Lodgepole Loop, White Bark Loop

Site types

  • 31 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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31 campsites at Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
100Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
101Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
91Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
92Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
93Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
94Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
95Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
96Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
97Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
98Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
99Jeffrey LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
102Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
103Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
104Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
105Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
106Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
107Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
108Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
109Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
110Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
111Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
112Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
113Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
114Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
115Lodgepole LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—12
85White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18
86White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18
87White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18
88White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18
89White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18
90White Bark LoopStandard Nonelectric—Paved—18

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

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F————————————
Low °F————————————
Precip in6.05.64.62.11.50.60.30.30.52.13.56.5

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 Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort

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

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

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