Watson Lake Campground
Enhanced fire restrictions are in effect! No campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) are permitted until enhanced fire restrictions are lifted.
Watson Lake Campground is a backcountry campground located on the North Shore off Forest Road 16N50. This campground is a first-come, first served campground with six campsites and a five-day stay limit (per season), and limited amenities including a vault restroom but no trash removal. Campers should pack out everything brought in and used.
Camping is only permitted in designated spots. Campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) are only permitted within permanent, iron fire rings when the campground is open and as long as enhanced fire restrictions are not in effect.
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General Information
Campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) only permitted within permanent, metal fire rings when the campgrounds is open.
No Fee
Contact Name: Forest Supervisor's Office in South Lake Tahoe
Contact Phone: 530-543-2600
Getting There
Elevation
7,759
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
