Hope Valley
Campground · California · 21 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Eldorado National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 21
- Bookable sites
- 45 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 6,947 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Hope Valley Campground is located in its beautiful namesake valley at an elevation of 7,300 feet, just 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. Visitors enjoy fishing the West Fork Carson River and exploring local trails.Recreation
The West Fork Carson River runs nearby, offering rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing. Numerous trails in the area provide excellent hiking and backpacking opportunities.Facilities
This tent and RV-friendly campground has been completely reconstructed and offers all new single and double-family campsites with picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, food storage lockers and tent pads.
Vault toilets, garbage service and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a forest of Jeffrey and lodgepole pines on the edge of Hope Valley. The area affords views of the scenic valley and surrounding forested mountains.Nearby Attractions
Hope Valley is only 40 miles from the beautiful Lake Tahoe. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.The facts
- 21 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 45 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: Loop 1, Loop 2
Site types
- 19 Standard Nonelectric
- 2 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
21 campsites at Hope Valley
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | Riverfront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 18 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 35 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Loop 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Loop 1 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | — | 12 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 30 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Loop 1 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 45 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 018 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 20 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 22 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 22 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 Host | Loop 2 | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Riverfront | 18 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 89 over Luther Pass. At the junction of Highways 88 and 89, make a right and travel 2 miles west on Highway 88, then turn south and proceed to the campground.
38.89728, -119.93013 · 38°53'50.2"N 119°55'48.5"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 5.7 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 1.8 | 3.3 | 5.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.7 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 Hope Valley
- Can you reserve a site at Hope Valley?
- Yes, Hope Valley is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Hope Valley have?
- 21 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Hope Valley?
- 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Hope Valley?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Hope Valley.
- Are campfires allowed at Hope Valley?
- Campfires are allowed at Hope Valley. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Email online@westrekservices.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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