LOON LAKE

Eldorado National Forest · California · Recreation.gov

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★ 3.9 (207 ratings) · 60 sites · $30–$160/night · Tent · RV · Trailer · Horse

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About

Loon Lake Campground is situated on the south shores of Loon Lake, and attracts many visitors with its variety of campsites and beautiful waterfront setting. Popular activities include boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and exploring off-road vehicle trails.The 18-mile Rubicon Jeep Trail begins nearby. An exciting stretch of scenic, un-maintained, rocky road awaits off-road thrill seekers.Anglers delight in fishing for rainbow and brown trout, while boaters head out for water skiing. Five picnic areas in the campground and a day-use area provide visitors with nice lake views.For facility specific information, please call (831) 245-6891.Campsites come with picnic tables, grills, campfire rings and bear-proof food storage lockers. Firewood is sold on-site.The campground sits just west of Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountains at an elevation of 6,500 feet. The climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.

Amenities

Drinking water
Toilets (vault & pit)
Pets allowed

Availability at LOON LAKE

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