Dispersed
Loch Leven Lakes
Tahoe National Forest · Soda Springs, CA
Dispersed camping — confirm current rules
This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.
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Official sources & verification
Managed by Dispersed/Primitive
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- Agency source page
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- Address:Soda Springs, CA
About
The Loch Leven begins at Placer County Road Pla-9140-2 and ends at High Loch Leven Lake.
At the south end of lower Loch Leven, a trail junction continues left to middle and high Lochs, or right to Salmon Lake.
Fishing is generally good, and camping is dispersed throughout the basin. Campfire permits are required for campfires, backpacking stoves, BBQs, and lanterns.
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Amenities
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Loch Leven Lakes
Trail
Loch Leven Lakes via Salmon Lake
California
4.5 mi988 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Salmon Lake Trail
California
2.5 mi587 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Loch Leven to American River
California
19.4 mi6,516 ftgain
Expert
Trail
Loch Leven Viewpoint Trail
California
6.3 mi1,900 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Loch Leven Lakes Trail
California
8.1 mi2,300 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Loch Leven Lakes Trail to to Salmon Lake Trail Loop
California
11.1 mi2,710 ftgain
Difficult
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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