Rocky Rest
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At a Glance
About Rocky Rest
Rocky Rest is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Sierra 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.
Rocky Rest 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 30 ft. Campers rate it 3.8/5 across 24 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Indian Valley, Fiddle Creek, Cal-ida, Carlton and Ramshorn.
Total reservations in April — 2024: 11 · 2025: 13
Location
Address
Camptonville, California
Coordinates
39.5135, -120.9777
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 106 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Indian Valley
Tahoe National Forest
Fiddle Creek
Tahoe National Forest
Cal-ida
Tahoe National Forest
Carlton
Tahoe National Forest
Ramshorn
Tahoe National Forest
Dark Day Campground
Tahoe National Forest
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Rocky Rest FAQ
How far in advance should I book Rocky Rest?
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 Rocky Rest?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Rocky Rest. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Rocky Rest right now?
Rocky Rest 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.
How often is availability checked at Rocky Rest?
Campsite Tonight monitors Rocky Rest for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 27 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Rocky Rest located?
Rocky Rest is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Camptonville, California.
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