Skillman
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At a Glance
About Skillman
Skillman is a national park campground at Tahoe National Forest in Nevada 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.
Skillman 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 35 ft. Campers rate it 3.9/5 across 28 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Tahoe National Forest include White Cloud, North Fork (ca), Tunnel Mills Ii and Indian Springs.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 24 · 2024: 23 · 2025: 46
Location
Address
Camptonville, California
Coordinates
39.3184, -120.7919
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 79 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
White Cloud
Tahoe National Forest
North Bloomfield Cabin Colony
Malakoff Diggins SHP
Chute Hill Campground
Malakoff Diggins SHP
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North Fork (ca)
Tahoe National Forest
Tunnel Mills Ii
Tahoe National Forest
Indian Springs
Tahoe National Forest
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Skillman FAQ
How far in advance should I book Skillman?
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 Skillman?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Skillman. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Skillman right now?
Yes! There are currently 13 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Skillman, with availability on 1 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 Skillman?
Campsite Tonight monitors Skillman for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 28 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Skillman located?
Skillman is located in Tahoe National Forest, near Camptonville, California.
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