Big Reservoir Campground
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About Big Reservoir Campground
Big Reservoir Campground is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Placer County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Big Reservoir Campground is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Forbes Creek, Shirttail Creek, Giant Gap, Tunnel Mills Ii and North Fork (ca).
Total reservations in May — 2024: 24 · 2025: 15
Location
Address
Foresthill, California
Coordinates
39.1437, -120.7553
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 75 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Forbes Creek
Tahoe National Forest
Shirttail Creek
Tahoe National Forest
Giant Gap
Tahoe National Forest
Tunnel Mills Ii
Tahoe National Forest
Mineral Bar
Auburn SRA
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North Fork (ca)
Tahoe National Forest
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Big Reservoir Campground FAQ
How far in advance should I book Big Reservoir Campground?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Big Reservoir Campground?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Big Reservoir Campground. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Big Reservoir Campground right now?
Big Reservoir Campground is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Big Reservoir Campground located?
Big Reservoir Campground is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Foresthill, California.
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