Lewis
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About Lewis
Lewis is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Placer County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Campsite Tonight watches Tahoe National Forest around the clock and automatically adds an open site to your Recreation.gov cart the moment a cancellation appears — so you just check out.
Lewis 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.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 53 ft. Campers rate it 4.4/5 across 34 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Coyote Group, Gates Group, Ahart Campground and French Meadows.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 33 · 2024: 56 · 2025: 76
Location
Address
Foresthill, California
Coordinates
39.1321, -120.4169
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 236 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Coyote Group
Tahoe National Forest
Gates Group
Tahoe National Forest
Ahart Campground
Tahoe National Forest
French Meadows
Tahoe National Forest
Big Meadows Campground
Eldorado National Forest
Hell Hole Campground
Eldorado National Forest
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Lewis FAQ
How far in advance should I book Lewis?
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 Lewis?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Lewis. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Lewis right now?
Lewis 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 Lewis located?
Lewis is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Foresthill, California.
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