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Giant Gap Campground in California
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Giant Gap Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Giant Gap Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 26 campsites. Giant Gap Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Giant Gap Campground is located at 39.1389Β° N, 120.7922Β° W.
people allowed on 22 of 26 sites
6
people allowed on each of the 4 largest sites
12

Giant Gap Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Next Available Dates

Oct 3 (1 site)Oct 4 (20 sites)Oct 5 (22 sites)

1 site open on Oct 3 at Giant Gap Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 10:10 UTC.

Campsites at Giant Gap Campground

  • Standard 21
  • Tent 5
  • Accessible 3

What an RV fits

  • 60 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest Β· Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, offroad.

All sites at Giant Gap Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA GIANT GAP loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
001Standard12--
002Standard6--
003Standard6--
004Tent6--
005Standard6--
007Standard6--
010Tent6--
011Standard6--
012Standard6--
013Standard6-Accessible
014Standard6--
015Standard6--
016Standard6--
SiteTypeSleepsMax RVAccess
017Standard6--
018Standard12--
019Standard6--
021Standard6-Accessible
022Standard6-Accessible
023Standard6--
024Tent6--
025Standard6--
026Standard1260 ft-
027Tent6--
028Standard6--
029Tent6--
030Standard12--

About Giant Gap Campground

Overview

Giant Gap Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. It is just 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the surrounding area for its fishing, canoeing, OHV and hiking opportunities.

Recreation

Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to the day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground.

The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing and swimming. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.

Facilities

The campground offers several single- and double-family campsites, a few of which are accessible. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Natural Features

The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet. The campground is situated in stands of cedar and ponderosa pine trees. Summertime temperatures are hot during the day and cool at night.

Rules and notices at Giant Gap Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Giant Gap Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

*** Large single unit RVs are not suitable for the campground roads. Even though a site might have a 40 foot parking space, a 40 foot long RV can’t navigate through the campground. Also please remember that site parking length includes trailer and vehicle.***

Water Faucets:

  • β€’While safe to drink, the potable water in the campground has a high iron content and visitors may wish to bring their own drinking water.
  • β€’Visitors may not connect hoses to faucets for sanitation concerns.
  • β€’Faucets are meant for drinking water only. For sanitation reasons there can be no bathing or cleaning at faucets.
  • β€’All grey water must be properly disposed of at the dump station.

Trash:

  • β€’Trash should be placed in dumpsters. If the dumpsters are full then trash must be properly stored in a bear box until the dumpster is emptied, or can be taken to the nearest dumpster. This is to avoid wildlife getting in the trash and dispersing it through the forest.
  • β€’Make sure to properly close/lock dumpsters to avoid wildlife getting in the trash.

Campsite:

  • β€’Camp only in designated camping areas. Areas beyond the campground could have hazard trees.
  • β€’Only park in designated parking spaces. Parking off of pavement in camping areas is prohibited.
  • β€’No parking in or blocking road ways.
  • β€’Keep food in bear boxes at all times.
  • β€’If visitors need to hang things they can use rachets straps or bungees. Using screws, nails, and staples is prohibited.
  • β€’Stapling into the preparation tables and/or picnic tables is prohibited due to the damage it causes.
  • β€’Cutting or damaging standing trees is prohibited.
  • β€’Collecting dead wood is highly encouraged. Visitors must have a wood cutting permit to cut wood on the ground.

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DAY USE:

  • β€’NO Swimming on or around the boat dock/ ramp. Swimmers must stay 100 feet away at all times to keep a safe distance from boat traffic.
  • β€’Park in designated parking spots. No parking along painted curbs or by boat ramp.
  • β€’All vehicles must pay for day use parking at the Sugar Pine Day Use Area. The $5.00 Day use parking is not included in the camping fee.

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the American River Ranger District (530) 367-2224 (voice), (530) 367-2226 (TDD).

This is not Sugar Pine Point State Park

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally in Foresthill or by using down wood debris from the area that fit within the fire ring. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within Sugar Pine Complex, except for in the staging area, at the turnoff to Big Reservoir, such as Sugarpine OHV and Parker Flat.

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

Giant Gap Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Giant Gap Campground?

Giant Gap Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 26 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Giant Gap Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Giant Gap Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Giant Gap Campground have?

Giant Gap Campground has 26 campsites.

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