State Park

Bayview Campground

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit · South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Address:South Lake Tahoe, CA

About

Bayview Campground is located near Emerald Bay and sits at an elevation of 7,100 feet. Opening and closing dates are dependant on the weather. Bayview Campground serves as a Trailhead for Desolation Wilderness. A Wilderness Permit is required to enter Desolation Wilderness. Day hikers may pick up a day-use permit at the self serve area at the Trailhead. Overnight hikers must obtain an overnight permit before arriving at the Trailhead. Campfires are only allowed in provided metal fire rings.

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Amenities

Showers

Flush Toilets

Potable Water

Dump Station

Electric Hookups

Sewer Hookups

Wifi

Accessible

Picnic Tables

Fire Rings

Trash Service

Cell Service

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on leash

Campground Rules

Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

California

2.1 mi1,998 ftgain

Difficult

Hunt context

Hunting unit around this campground

CA Unit D5· D

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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