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Pass Creek Campground

Tahoe National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundLake TahoeCalifornia⭐ 4.1 (71)
Pass Creek Campground
🟢 9 open windows right now — soonest Sat Aug 29–Tue Sep 1
2 of the last 36 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 8 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Pass Creek Campground in California has 9 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sat Aug 29–Tue Sep 1. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sat Aug 29 – Tue Sep 13 nightsbook these dates →opened 22h ago👥 3 in a row, AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #020–AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #022 next to each othersites #005, #020, #021, #022, #027, #028, #029
Sun Aug 30 – Wed Sep 23 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #010–AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #012 next to each othersites #001, #002, #006, #008, #010, #011, #012, #017, #018, #019, #025
Sun Aug 30 – Tue Sep 12 nightsbook these dates →sites #026
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 5 in a row, AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #018–AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND #022 next to each othersites #002, #005, #007, #010, #012, #016, #018, #019, #020, #021, #022, #025, #026, #027, #028, #029
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →sites #009
Tue Sep 1 – Fri Sep 43 nightsbook these dates →sites #016
Wed Sep 2 – Fri Sep 42 nightsbook these dates →sites #007, #014
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #001, #006, #014, #017
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 13.5 mi away (straight line).

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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 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.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 23 openings at Pass Creek Campground over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 2–12 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~397 mi from LA💵 $24/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆65 ratings
5★36
4★14
3★7
2★6
1★2
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T0.4/4
T-Mobile0.2/4
Verizon0.1/4
Sprint retired0.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Pass Creek Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Pass Creek Campground?

Pass Creek Campground 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 Pass Creek Campground?

Campsite fees at Pass Creek Campground run about $24/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Pass Creek Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Pass Creek Campground 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.

How often do campsites open up at Pass Creek Campground?

CampSage's scans caught 23 openings at Pass Creek Campground over the last 30 days, on 18 separate days, most of them for stays 2–12 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Pass Creek Campground a good campground?

Pass Creek Campground holds an average rating of 4.1/5 from 71 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Pass Creek Campground?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Pass Creek Campground, AT&T rates highest at 0.4 out of 5 from 18 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Pass Creek Campground located?

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

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