Zephyr Cove RV & Campground

Campground · Nevada · 150 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Toiyabe National Forest (NF) · Open Access

150
Bookable sites
50 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
9
Accessible sites
6,271 ft
Elevation
View of Zephyr Cove from the Lake
Photo: Aramark Destinations · Recreation.gov

Overview

Lake Tahoe is one of the most stunning destinations on the planet, making it a top choice for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy RV cruising and camping. Zephyr Cove Resort's award-winning RV Park & Campground provides the perfect balance of modern amenities and the peaceful charm of a beautiful wooded setting.

A major advantage of staying at Zephyr Cove Resort's RV Park & Campground is its prime location on the southeast shore of Lake Tahoe, just a short stroll from the Zephyr Cove Restaurant, beach access, the M.S. Dixie II paddlewheeler, marina activities, horseback riding, and a general store.

Recreation

  • Beach Activities - The mile-long sandy beach at Zephyr Cove Resort provides endless opportunities for fun in the sun.

  • Watercraft Rentals - We're here to help you find the perfect water toys, from ski boats to paddleboats, all available right on the shores of Zephyr Cove Resort.

  • Horseback Riding - At South Lake Tahoe, all trails lead to fun! Zephyr Cove Resort Stables guided horseback trail rides are a great way to experience the area’s serenity and beauty in summer.

  • Non-Motorized/Tahoe Keepers | Tahoe Boat Inspections

Facilities

Zephyr Cove RV & Campground features 92 RV sites, 47 walk-in campsites, and10 drive-in campsites, all nestled beneath the shade of pine trees at scenic Lake Tahoe.

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Natural Features

A major advantage of staying at Zephyr Cove Resort's RV Park & Campground is its prime location on the southeast shore of Lake Tahoe, just a short stroll from the Zephyr Cove Restaurant, beach access, the M.S. Dixie II paddlewheeler, marina activities, horseback riding, and a general store.

Nearby Attractions

Year-Round Attractions

  • M.S. Dixie II Cruises - The award-winning M.S. Dixie II, South Lake Tahoe's largest cruising vessel, departs from Zephyr Cove Resort & Marina and offers daytime cruises, dinner cruises, and private charters.
  • Zephyr Cove Marina - 
  • Zephur Cove Restaurant - Open year-round, Zephyr Cove Restaurant serves an array of American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and features a full bar offering beer, wine, and cocktails throughout the day and evening.
  • Lake Tahoe Adventures - Lake Tahoe Adventures offers year-round experiences, from exhilarating ATV and RZR tours through the backcountry during the summer to thrilling snowmobile tours in the winter, all designed to immerse you in the beauty of nature and awaken your adventurous spirit.
  • Casinos - Located in Stateline, NV are a multitude of casinos featuring live entertainment, special events, and nightlife.

Winter Attractions

  • Zephyr Cove Snowmobiles - With a fleet of more than 100 snowmobiles, clothing rentals, and private group tours, Zephyr Cove Snowmobiles are Lake Tahoe's top snowmobile destination.
  • Adventure Mountain - With a base elevation of 7,400 feet, Adventure Mountain is the highest tubing destination with the most amount of snowfall and the largest area of tubing terrain in the entire Tahoe Basin.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations and changes made outside 48 hours from check-in will be charged a $20.00 fee. Cancellations and changes made inside the 48 hours will be charged the first night room deposit. 

The facts

  • 150 bookable sites
  • 9 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 50 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: 1, 2, 3, 4

Site types

  • 93 RV Electric
  • 57 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

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

Book on Recreation.gov

150 campsites at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceAccessMax rigPeople
1011Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1021Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1031Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1041Rv Electric——Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1051Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1061Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1071Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In35 ft— 🐾
1081Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft—♿ 🐾
1091Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1101Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1111Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1121Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1131Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1141Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1151Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1161Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1171Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1181Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1191Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1201Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1211Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1221Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1231Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1241Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1251Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1261Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1271Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1281Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft—♿ 🐾
1291Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1301Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1311Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft—♿ 🐾
1321Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1331Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1341Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1351Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1361Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1371Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1381Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1391Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1401Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1411Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1421Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1431Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1441Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1451Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft—♿ 🐾
1461Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1471Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1481Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1491Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1501Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1511Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1521Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1531Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1541Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1551Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1561Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1571Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1581Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1591Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1601Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1611Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1621Rv Electric——Drive In50 ft— 🐾
1631Rv ElectricPull Through—Drive In25 ft— 🐾
1641Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1651Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1661Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1671Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1681Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1691Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1701Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1711Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft—♿ 🐾
1721Rv Electric——Drive In——♿ 🐾
1731Rv Electric——Drive In—— 🐾
1741Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1751Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1761Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In35 ft— 🐾
1771Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1781Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
1791Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In40 ft— 🐾
12Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
102Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
22Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
32Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
42Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
52Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
62Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
72Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
82Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6 🐾
92Tent Only Nonelectric——Drive In18 ft6♿ 🐾
1803Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1813Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1823Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1833Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft—♿ 🐾
1843Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft—♿ 🐾
1853Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1863Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1873Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1883Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1893Rv ElectricBack In—Drive In30 ft— 🐾
1903Rv Electric——Drive In30 ft4
1913Rv Electric——Drive In30 ft4
1923Rv Electric——Drive In30 ft6
1933Rv Electric——Drive In25 ft— 🐾
114Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
124Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
134Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
144Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
154Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
164Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
174Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
184Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
194Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
204Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
214Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
224Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
234Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
244Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
254Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
264Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
274Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
284Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
294Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
304Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
314Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
324Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
334Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
344Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
354Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
364Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
374Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
384Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
394Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
404Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
414Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
424Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
434Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
444Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
454Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
464Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
474Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
484Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
494Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
504Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
514Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
524Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
534Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
544Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
554Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
564Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾
574Tent Only Nonelectric——Hike In—6 🐾

Getting there

From Reno Airport

  • U.S. 395 S/Interstate 580 S ramp to Carson City
  • Merge onto I-580 S/US-395 S
  • Continue onto US-50 W/Hwy 50
  • Destination will be on the left

From Sacramento

  • CA-99 S/US-50 E
  • Follow US-50 E to Pioneer Trail in El Dorado County (94.7 mi)
  • Turn right on Pioneer Trail
  • Drive to Hew 50 in Zephyr Cove
  • Turn Right onto Lake Tahoe Blvd
  • Continue onto Hwy 50
  • Destination with be on the right

39.00559, -119.94582 · 39°0'20.1"N 119°56'45.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 75°F in Jul, down to 35°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F363742485667757467554335
Low °F232326293542494944362823
Precip in3.83.53.61.31.40.60.20.40.31.01.84.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.5 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 Zephyr Cove RV & Campground

Can you reserve a site at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Yes, Zephyr Cove RV & Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Zephyr Cove RV & Campground have?
150 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground.
Does Zephyr Cove RV & Campground have hookups?
Electric, Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Zephyr Cove RV & Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Zephyr Cove RV & Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Zephyr Cove RV & Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • Parking Fee

Restrictions:

  • Pets are allowed in the campground area and must be on a leash at all times. Pets must never be left unattended or tied up. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Pets are not permitted on the beach.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-13.

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