Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest - Hope Valley Campground

Hope Valley Campground is located in its beautiful namesake valley at an elevation of 7,300 feet, surrounded by Jeffrey and lodgepole pines. The West Fork Carson River runs nearby, offering rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing. Numerous trails in the area provide excellent hiking and backpacking opportunities.

Generally open mid May through mid September, as weather and conditions allow.

At a Glance

Reservations:	Reservations are required for most campsites by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/. Sites 1,3, 11, 15, and 20 require no reservation and are first come first served.
Area Amenities:	Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water
Fees:	$22/Night for single unit $40/Night for double unit
Open Season:	May - September
Usage:	Heavy
Restrictions:	California camp fire permit required
Closest Towns:	Woodfords or South Lake Tahoe, California
Water:	Potable Water
Restroom:	Vault (2)
Operated By:	Concessionaire

General Information

Directions:

From Carson City or Minden, Nevada:

Take Highway 88 approximately 21 miles to Blue Lakes Road (Blue Lakes Road turnoff is approximately two miles west of the Highway 89/Luther Pass junction (also known as Picketts Junction).
Turn left. Travel approximately 1¼ miles to the Hope Valley Campground entrance, which is on the right-hand side of road.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Mountain Biking

Campground Camping

No. of Sites	21- 5 double, 3 tent only, 18 RV Sites
Reservation Info	Reservations are required for most campsites by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/. Sites 1,3, 11, 15, and 20 require no reservation and are first come first served.
Fire Information	Campfire ok with California camp fire permit
Reservation info:	Reservations are required for most campsites by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/. Sites 1,3, 11, 15, and 20 require no reservation and are first come first served.