Gates Group
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About Gates Group
Gates Group is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Placer County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Gates Group 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 Ahart Campground, Coyote Group, Lewis and French Meadows.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 7 · 2024: 3 · 2025: 9
Location
Address
Foresthill, California
Coordinates
39.1414, -120.4092
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 26 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Ahart Campground
Tahoe National Forest
Coyote Group
Tahoe National Forest
Lewis
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French Meadows
Tahoe National Forest
Big Meadows Campground
Eldorado National Forest
Hell Hole Campground
Eldorado National Forest
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Gates Group FAQ
How far in advance should I book Gates Group?
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 Gates Group?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Gates Group. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Gates Group right now?
Gates Group 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 Gates Group located?
Gates Group is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Foresthill, California.
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