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Tahoe/Big Reservoir
Overview
Tahoe/Big Reservoir, often associated with the Morning Star Lake area, offers a serene high-country experience within the Tahoe National Forest. Situated at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet, this destination provides a cool, shaded retreat from the heat of the California valley. It is a place where the scent of evergreen pines and firs fills the air, offering RVers a classic mountain camping experience that emphasizes natural beauty and quietude over modern luxury. The atmosphere is peaceful, making it an excellent spot for those looking to immerse themselves in the sounds of the woods.
Location & Surroundings
Located near the historic town of Foresthill, California, the park is nestled in a rugged landscape characterized by deep canyons and lush forests. The park surrounds Big Reservoir, a calm body of water that serves as the focal point for all recreational activities. The setting is beautifully secluded and peaceful, providing a true sense of being off the grid while remaining accessible via the scenic Foresthill Divide Road. The surrounding terrain is a mix of high-altitude ridges and dense timberland, offering a diverse environment for exploration.
Amenities & Park Features
This park is designed for those who enjoy a rustic camping style without the distractions of a commercial resort. It features back-in sites that accommodate smaller RVs and travel trailers comfortably. While you will not find full hookups here, the park provides essential amenities including:
- Potable drinking water available at shared spigots.
- Sturdy picnic tables and heavy-duty fire rings at every site.
- Clean vault toilets located conveniently throughout the campground loops.
Each site is carefully integrated into the forest landscape to provide a sense of privacy and a close connection with the natural environment.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw is the reservoir itself, where visitors enjoy trout fishing and launching kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards. Hikers and mountain bikers can easily access the Foresthill Divide Loop, which offers miles of challenging trails with stunning views of the American River canyons. For those looking to explore further, the nearby Sugarpine Reservoir provides additional swimming areas and boat ramps, making the entire Foresthill region a premiere destination for enthusiasts of the great outdoors and alpine photography.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for self-contained RV travelers who prefer the quiet of the national forest to the bustle of a modern park. It is a fantastic choice for families looking to unplug from technology and reconnect through shared activities like fishing and stargazing. If you travel in a smaller rig or a rugged trailer and value a landscape dominated by towering trees and clear mountain water, this serene Foresthill getaway is a perfect fit for your travel style.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Dmitry C
Super nice place for a camping, it could get loud I'd assume as there a lot of spots and tables, however we got lucky and spend a very quite and peaceful day there. It's nice pines all around clear water and fresh air, convenient tables and great scenery! I'm glad I was brought there as my birthday party place. Loved the nature around! Don't forget to pay fees at the entry, oh and there is a crew on a watch there so everyone enjoying the place without breaking the rules )
Ms vega
Stayed two nights... the lakefront camp is $55 a night excluding fishing. You can't swim as the water is dirty and full of algae. There's no phone reception until you drive back down to Foresthill. There are only two water faucets away from camp and you can't wash your dishes at all. Very inconvenient to unload going up and down stairs. Fire pit is EXTREMELY dangerous, as it is inside the ground with the metal edges sticking out, not kid friendly. The STAFF is rude, very unprofessional and not pleasant at all!!! There is a skinny woman who looks like a zombie on METH who harrassed us simply for having our fishing poles out and started yelling to guve her $15... we put them back in the truck a half hour later the creepy old man came and interrupted our dinner yelling that we should have paide the extra money although we did nit fish at all. Will definitely not go back. Regular "campgrounds" looks like a unshaved dirty homeless camp.
Kelsey Frates (KelsoKAYso)
I can see why the reviews are so bad for this place, the old crotchety camp host at the gate was super rude. He walked up to my car and my dog alerted me he was bad news by growling and she never growls. He gave me directions to the office to pay for day use then changed his mind all of a sudden, telling me that dogs arent allowed on the beach. If thats true they should have it in writing somewhere. He's just the type of old grump that likes the little bit of power he gets with his position, super disappointed this looked like a nice area.
Irina Iudakova
The worst place ever. The staff is crazy rude. Insane! The host are old evil men. They change you for every step. They ruined our day at all. We had to buy a camp site for $50 per day and $25 deposit for dog( you will never get it back) and $8 dog just because they don’t allowed dogs on day pass and you can’t know it before you are there. They control you every time and check up every ten min, you always do something wrong, it feels like they imagining new rules every 5 min. you are never relax. Never come back. Only women in the office was nice.
John Prior
We were here on Memorial Day weekend. The camping was great and there were a lot of empty spaces available. Brand new picnic benches everywhere are a great upgrade this year!