Big Reservoir Campground
Big Reservoir Campground is a 18-site campground in Tahoe National Forest near Foresthill, California. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.
- Location
- Foresthill, CA · Map and directions
- Campsites
- 18 (9 tent-only)
- Electric
- There are no electric hookups
- Water / sewer
- No water hookups listed
- Max RV length
- Not listed
- Pets
- Not listed: check with the campground
- Campfires
- Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
- Reservations
- Recreation.gov
- Phone
- (530) 367-2129
About Big Reservoir Campground
Big Reservoir Campground is adjacent to a privately operated lake and associated Morning Star Campground consisting of an additional 100 campsites. Use of the lake and associated facilities at Morning Star are subject to a $25.00 fee not associated with your reserved campsites at Big Reservoir Campground. Please contact the campground office at (530) 346-3028.
Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.
What to bring to Big Reservoir Campground
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
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Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
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More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
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More: all campgrounds in Tahoe National Forest · campgrounds in California
Frequently asked questions
Does Big Reservoir Campground have electric hookups?
There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.
Can I reserve a site at Big Reservoir Campground?
Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.