Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe is open Monday through Friday, 8-4:30 p.m. excluding federal holidays. Customers may also call 530-543-2600, during business hours. If you reach the recording, we're helping another customer. Leave a message with your name and phone number and we will get back to you as soon as possible. You may also email us.
Camping & Cabins
Whether you enjoy the convenience of a full service cabin or campground, or the secluded primitiveness of backcountry and wilderness camping, National Forest lands at Lake Tahoe have something for everyone!
Beaches & Picnic Areas
National Forest beaches and picnic areas at Lake Tahoe are generally open Memorial Day weekend through mid-October. The length of the open season depends on conditions and snowfall and may vary from year to year.
Tahoe Rim Trail Thru Hike Permits
The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 165 mile backcountry trail that circles Lake Tahoe and includes amazing vistas, high alpine lakes, meadows and peaks. Visit the Tahoe Rim Trail website for information on thru hike permits, trail conditions, guided hikes and more!
Current Conditions
Helpful links for current road and weather conditions, Daily Burn Status, prescribed fire activity, live web cams and more!
Bear Canisters
Hard-sided bear canisters are required for overnight visits to Desolation Wilderness and bear-resistant containers are required in all other areas.
