Kit Carson Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters, CA · ≈11.8 mi to South Lake Tahoe
Sites
12
Max rig
45 ft
Pull-through
No
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
11.8 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Tent campers and smaller RVs
  • Hikers and fishing enthusiasts
  • Campers with pets
  • Bikers seeking outdoor trails

✕ Not ideal for

  • Large RVs needing hookups
  • Visitors requiring full electrical service

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileUsable 5G — good enough to stay connected · 2 of 3 carriers reach here
Verizon5G
AT&T
T-Mobile5G

What's here

9 Standards (no Hookups)Drive-In access
3 Tent Onlys (no Hookups)Drive-In access
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Checked against every site's real dimensions.
Your RV length
35ft
35 ft
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Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesShade
Activities
BikingCampingFishingHiking
Natural features
Riverfront
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Workable for mid-size rigsRig fit
Some travel requiredAccess
Good amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: South Lake Tahoe, ~11.8 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: USFS

Overview

Overview Nestled in a forest of Jeffrey pines and aspens, Kit Carson campground is perfect for tent camping and smaller RVs. The west fork of the Carson River is located next to the campground, with several sites right next to the water. Great fishing and views! Kit Carson is exceptionally beautiful in the fall. Recreation Visitors can explore scenic driving and photography along the Carson Pass Scenic Byway. Enjoy the splendor of fall with colorful foliage displays or fishing and boating in one of the several nearby lakes. Hikers are surrounded by trailheads within a short drive – Mokelumne Wilderness, and the Pacific Crest Trail, among many others. Whether it is rock climbing or exploring the canyon, outdoor enthusiasts will relish the options in this area. Facilities This campground has drinking water, garbage containers, and vault toilets. Each campsite has a bear box, fire pit and picnic table. There is a camp host on site and firewood is available for sale. Natural Features Kit Carson is situated on the west fork of the Carson River in Woodfords Canyon along Highway 88. In addition to the beauty of the river, the campsites are surrounded by quaking aspens and rugged canyon walls. Nearby Attractions There are a number of nearby attractions that have something for everyone. Sorensen’s Resort has limited groceries and a restaurant. Lake Tahoe is within 20 miles; a trailhead for the Tahoe Rim Trail is within 5 miles; Grover Hot Springs State Park in Markleeville offers public soaking in natural spring-fed pools; numerous local restaurants and, for those who like night life, nearby casinos and theaters in Minden and Carson City, Nevada.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Standard campground