Shirttail Creek
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At a Glance
About Shirttail Creek
Shirttail Creek 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.
Shirttail Creek 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 4.2/5 across 90 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include Giant Gap, Forbes Creek, Big Reservoir Campground, Tunnel Mills Ii and North Fork (ca).
Total reservations in May — 2023: 117 · 2024: 157 · 2025: 121
Location
Address
Foresthill, California
Coordinates
39.1419, -120.7865
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 287 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Giant Gap
Tahoe National Forest
Forbes Creek
Tahoe National Forest
Big Reservoir Campground
Tahoe National Forest
Mineral Bar
Auburn SRA
Tunnel Mills Ii
Tahoe National Forest
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North Fork (ca)
Tahoe National Forest
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Shirttail Creek FAQ
How far in advance should I book Shirttail Creek?
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 Shirttail Creek?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Shirttail Creek. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Shirttail Creek right now?
Yes! There are currently 291 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Shirttail Creek, with availability on 14 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Shirttail Creek?
Campsite Tonight monitors Shirttail Creek 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 Shirttail Creek located?
Shirttail Creek is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Foresthill, California.
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