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Crocker Guard Station

Plumas National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundLake TahoeCalifornia⭐ 4.6 (15)
Crocker Guard Station
🟢 1 open window right now — soonest Sun Sep 13–Tue Sep 15
Availability checked 11h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
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Crocker Guard Station in California has 1 open booking window on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Sep 13–Tue Sep 15. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

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Sun Sep 13 – Tue Sep 152 nights🛖 cabinbook these dates →sites #Crocker Guard Station

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Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite CROCKER GUARD STATION #Crocker Guard Station — Crocker Guard Station
Site CROCKER GUARD STATION #Crocker Guard Station · Crocker Guard StationUS Forest Service
Campsite CROCKER GUARD STATION #Crocker Guard Station — Crocker Guard Station
Site CROCKER GUARD STATION #Crocker Guard Station · Crocker Guard StationUS Forest Service

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~421 mi from LA💵 $135/nightCabin Nonelectric🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.6★★★★★14 ratings
5★11
4★2
3★0
2★0
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile1.8/4
AT&T1.0/4
Verizon1.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Crocker Guard Station FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Crocker Guard Station?

Crocker Guard Station in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Crocker Guard Station?

Campsite fees at Crocker Guard Station run about $135/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Crocker Guard Station when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Crocker Guard Station often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Crocker Guard Station a good campground?

Crocker Guard Station holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 15 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Crocker Guard Station?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Crocker Guard Station, T-Mobile rates highest at 1.8 out of 5 from 5 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Crocker Guard Station located?

Crocker Guard Station is located in Lake Tahoe, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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