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Camp Richardson Resort & Marina
Eldorado National Forest · South Lake Tahoe, CA
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- Eldorado National Forest — official page
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- Reservations:(800)544-1801 or (530)541-1801
- Operator:800-544-1801
- Email:tlauinger@goexplorus.com
- Address:PO BOX 16754 · South Lake Tahoe, CA · 96151
About
Overview
Badger’s Den 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 66 single standard tent sites and 18 standard double 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
Badger's Den 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 Eagle's Nest Campground Kiosk located across 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.
Nearby Attractions
Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach, Fallen Leaf Lake, Mt. Tallac.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 494-2228.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Firewood
Camp Store
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
Individual Sites (84)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Camp Richardson Resort & Marina

Lake of the Sky Trail and Tallac Historic Site
California
1.9 mi325 ftgain
TrailEasy

Rainbow Trail
California
0.2 mi1,217 ftgain
TrailEasy

Fallen Leaf Lake Road
California
7.8 mi1,089 ftgain
TrailDifficult

Taylor Creek Loop
California
5.2 mi200 ftgain
TrailModerate

Moraine Trail
California
0.5 mi213 ftgain
TrailEasy

Floating Island & Cathedral Lakes Trail
California
4.7 mi1,293 ftgain
TrailModerate
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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