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HOPE VALLEY

federal · MARKLEEVILLE, CA

Directions
  • dump station4.0 mi
  • fuel station3.5 mi

USFS · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Hope Valley Campground is located in its beautiful namesake valley at an elevation of 7,300 feet, just 40 minutes south of Lake Tahoe. Visitors enjoy fishing the West Fork Carson River and exploring local trails. Recreation The West Fork Carson River runs nearby, offering rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing. Numerous trails in the area provide excellent hiking and backpacking opportunities. Facilities This tent and RV-friendly campground has been completely reconstructed and offers all new single and double-family campsites with picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, food storage lockers and tent pads. Vault toilets, garbage service and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Natural Features The campground is situated in a forest of Jeffrey and lodgepole pines on the edge of Hope Valley. The area affords views of the scenic valley and surrounding forested mountains. Nearby Attractions Hope Valley is only 40 miles from the beautiful Lake Tahoe. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    4.0 mi
  • fuel station

    American Gasoline

    3.5 mi
  • propane

    7-Eleven

    3.5 mi
  • grocery

    Save Mart

    3.5 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    3.9 mi
  • trailhead

    High Meadows Trailhead

    1.0 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    3.0 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    4.2 mi

Contact & access

  • P.O. Box 104 · MARKLEEVILLE, CA 96120

Reservations & demand

August weekends are typically reserved about 165 days ahead.

Based on 65 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/6/2026

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