Can you reserve a site at Mount Rose (NV)?

Yes, Mount Rose (NV) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Mount Rose (NV)?

55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Mount Rose (NV)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Mount Rose (NV).

Are campfires allowed at Mount Rose (NV)?

Campfires are allowed at Mount Rose (NV). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Mount Rose (NV), California — 26 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Mount Rose Campground is conveniently located between Reno and Lake Tahoe just off scenic Mount Rose Highway. Visitors love the campground for its proximity to excellent hiking trails and recreational opportunities at Lake Tahoe.

Recreation

Hiking is the most popular pastime at Mount Rose. Several trails, including the Tahoe Meadows, Tahoe Rim, Mount Rose Wilderness and Mount Rose Summit Trails, begin very close to the campground.

Facilities

Mount Rose contains single and double-family sites, as well as one triple-family site. Six of the single sites are for tent camping only. Picnic and utility tables, campfire rings, grills and food storage lockers are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Roads and parking spurs throughout the site are paved.

Natural Features

The campground is situated high on the western slope of Mount Rose at an elevation of 9,300 feet. A scenic forest of lodgepole pine, Jeffrey pine, white pine and red fir covers the campground, offering pleasant shade in most sites.

Nearby Attractions

Mount Rose is conveniently close to beautiful Lake Tahoe, less than 30 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.

The facts

26 bookable sites
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 55 ft
Up to 18 people per site
Loops: Loop 1, Loop 2

Site types

19 Standard Nonelectric
7 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Water hookups
Sewer hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups.

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26 campsites at Mount Rose (NV)

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Max rig	People
002	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	20 ft	12	🐾
003	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	45 ft	12	🐾
004	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	35 ft	6	🐾
019	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	50 ft	6	🐾
020	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	26 ft	6	🐾
021	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	26 ft	6	🐾
022	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	6	🐾
023	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	6
024	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	6	🐾
025	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	6	🐾
026	Loop 1	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	Hike In	—	6	🐾
1Host	Loop 1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	50 ft	6	🐾
005	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	28 ft	6	🐾
006	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	40 ft	6	🐾
007	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	50 ft	18	🐾
008	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	55 ft	6	🐾
009	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	52 ft	12	🐾
010	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	26 ft	6	🐾
011	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	52 ft	6	🐾
012	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	35 ft	6	♿ 🐾
013	Loop 2	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	30 ft	6	🐾
014	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	20 ft	6	🐾
015	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	26 ft	6	🐾
016	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	35 ft	6	🐾
017	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	30 ft	12	🐾
018	Loop 2	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	35 ft	12	🐾

Getting there

From Highway 395 south of Reno, travel 17 miles west on State Route 431, following signs to the campground.

The Actual Mailing Address is: PO Box 104, Markleeville, CA 96120.

The Physical Address is: Mt. Rose Hwy, State Route 431, Reno, NV 89511.

39.31228, -119.89736 · 39°18'44.2"N 119°53'50.5"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	9.6	9.3	8.2	4.2	2.6	1.2	0.3	0.3	0.5	2.9	5.2	10.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.7 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 Mount Rose (NV)

Can you reserve a site at Mount Rose (NV)?: Yes, Mount Rose (NV) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Mount Rose (NV) have?: 26 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Mount Rose (NV)?: 55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Mount Rose (NV)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Mount Rose (NV).
Does Mount Rose (NV) have hookups?: Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Mount Rose (NV)?: Campfires are allowed at Mount Rose (NV). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Mount Rose (NV)

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Lake Tahoe - North Shore 7.5 mi · Facility
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Lake Tahoe - East Shore 14.6 mi · Facility

Contact

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

Mount Rose (NV)