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Packsaddle

★3.6(43 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandTahoe National Forest · Camptonville, California
🚛Big Rig Friendly🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting🏜️Desert/Canyon

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About Packsaddle

Packsaddle is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Sierra 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.

Packsaddle 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 100 ft. Campers rate it 3.6/5 across 43 reviews.

Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Berger, Diablo, Sardine Lake and Salmon Creek.

Reservation Trends - Packsaddle
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Total reservations in May — 2023: 28

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Location

Address

Camptonville, California

Coordinates

39.6247, -120.6499

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • •July sees 162 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

Nearby Campgrounds

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Packer Lake
Packsaddle Campground Corral
Shared Corral
Sierra Buttes Lookout
Packsaddle Entrance Sign
Packer Lake
Sierra Buttes, hike near Campground

Packsaddle FAQ

How far in advance should I book Packsaddle?

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 Packsaddle?

July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Packsaddle. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Packsaddle right now?

Packsaddle 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 Packsaddle located?

Packsaddle is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Camptonville, California.

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