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Kaspian Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — South Lake Tahoe · California · Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit |
| Location | South Lake Tahoe · California · Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit · 39.11375, -120.15866 · Map |
| Sites | 9 public sites counted from the federal listing — 9 walk to |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 9 sites Water hookups at 0 of 9 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 9 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 9 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 9 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 530-583-3642 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-06-13.
From the official listing
Overview Kaspian Campground is located in a mature forest of pine trees overlooking the beautiful Lake Tahoe. Campers will be nestled in a sparse forest of pine trees and evergreen shrubs, just minutes from the bright blue water of Tahoe. The lake and its sandy beaches provides ample recreation opportunities. Recreation Kaspian Campground is ideal for visitors planning a full day of biking around Lake Tahoe. Bike trails that traverse the western shores of the lake begin near the campground.
Visitors enjoy water sports on the lake and relaxing on its sandy beaches. Facilities The campground offers multiple single-family sites for tent-only camping. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Natural Features The campground is situated in a former picnic area, across the street from the lake. Campsites are spaced for privacy and surrounded by tall ponderosa pine and white fir trees. Some sites offer spectacular views of Lake Tahoe through the trees.
Nearby Attractions Kaspian Campground is less than 10 miles from the popular Meeks Bay.
Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (530) 541-1537 for general information.
Directions, from the listing
The campground is located 4 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89.
Nearest federal campgrounds
2 mi straight-line · Tahoe City CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceMeeks Bay Resort
6 mi straight-line · Tahoma CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceSilver Creek-Truckee
8 mi straight-line · Truckee CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServicePleasant Campground
10 mi straight-line · CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceGoose Meadows
10 mi straight-line · Truckee California
Trip Card — Kaspian Campground
South Lake Tahoe · California · Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | South Lake Tahoe · California · Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 9 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232875 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.