Capitol Mountain Camp

Lake Tahoe & Sierra

Capitol Mountain Camp

Lake Tahoe & Sierra

About this campsite

Campground: Capitol Mountain Camp.

Location

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Weather Forecast

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WED☀️

31° / 16°

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THU☁️

32° / 18°

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FRI☁️

34° / 20°

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SAT☁️

35° / 19°

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SUN🌦️

36° / 18°

💧 2%

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GIANT GAP

Overview Giant Gap Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. It is just 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the surrounding area for its fishing, canoeing, OHV and hiking opportunities. Recreation Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to the day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground. The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing and swimming. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area. Facilities The campground offers several single- and double-family campsites, a few of which are accessible. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Natural Features The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet. The campground is situated in stands of cedar and ponderosa pine trees. Summertime temperatures are hot during the day and cool at night.