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RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort
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 · 38.93444, -120.04081 · Map |
| Sites | 98 public sites counted from the federal listing — 98 rv electric |
| 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 98 of 98 sites (up to 30 amp where reported) Water hookups at 98 of 98 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 98 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 98 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 | Longest reported site fits 40 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 98 sites · 30 ft: 73 sites · 35 ft: 34 sites · 40 ft: 10 sites |
| 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) |
| Phone | (800)544-1801 or (530)541-1801 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
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 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview The RV Village 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 20 Full Hookup RV sites and 78 Water/Electric RV sites. Each RV site has a picnic table, and fire pit with cooking grate. Some sites have a bear-proof food locker.
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 The RV Village 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 and campfire ring with grate for cooking. Some sites have a bear-proof food storage locker. Flush toilets and showers are available in peak season, restroom facilities and dump station close during winter.
Fire wood and camping supplies are available for purchase at the General Store.
Check in is at the Eagles Nest Campground Kiosk located on 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.
Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (530) 494-2228. Nearby Attractions Tallac Historic Site, Emerald Bay, Pope Beach, Baldwin Beach, Fallen Leaf Lake, Mt. Tallac.
Directions, from the listing
The RV Village is located 3 miles south of Tahoe City, on California Highway 89 (Emerald Bay Road).
From Sacramento, take U.S. Highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe and proceed north past the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Highway 89 (the "Y"). Look for the Camp Richardson Resort sign on the right side of the Highway.
From North Shore (I-80, Reno, Truckee) take Highway 89 or U.S. Highway 50 to South Shore.
Nearest federal campgrounds
0 mi straight-line · South Lake Tahoe CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceEagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort
0 mi straight-line · South Lake Tahoe CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceFallen Leaf Campground
1 mi straight-line · South Lake Tahoe CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceNevada Beach Campground
6 mi straight-line · South Lake Tahoe CaliforniaFSU.S. Forest ServiceHope Valley
6 mi straight-line · MARKLEEVILLE California
Trip Card — RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort
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 | Electric at 98 |
| Max RV | Up to 40 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 98 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10305470 · 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.