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Shirttail Creek Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

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

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Shirttail Creek Campground is located at 39.1419° N, 120.7865° W.

people allowed on 19 of 26 sites: 6
people allowed on the largest site: 18

Shirttail Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Shirttail Creek Campground

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Standard 25
Tent 1
Accessible 3

What an RV fits

30 ft2 sites
35 ft4 sites
40 ft6 sites
45 ft2 sites
50 ft2 sites
62 ft1 site
100 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Shirttail Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA SHIRTTAIL CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	Standard	6	45 ft	-
002	Standard	6	-	-
003	Standard	12	45 ft	-
004	Standard	6	40 ft	-
005	Standard	6	-	-
006	Standard	6	35 ft	-
007	Standard	6	35 ft	Accessible
008	Tent	6	-	-
009	Standard	6	35 ft	-
010	Standard	6	40 ft	-
012	Standard	6	40 ft	-
013	Standard	6	30 ft	-
014	Standard	12	-	-

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
017	Standard	6	-	-
018	Standard	6	40 ft	-
019	Standard	6	40 ft	-
020	Standard	12	35 ft	-
021	Standard	6	-	-
022	Standard	12	50 ft	-
023	Standard	6	62 ft	-
024	Standard	6	-	-
025	Standard	18	100 ft	-
026	Standard	6	30 ft	Accessible
027	Standard	12	-	-
029	Standard	6	50 ft	Accessible
030	Standard	12	40 ft	-

About Shirttail Creek Campground

Overview

Shirttail Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest, 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, boating, OHV, and hiking opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Fishing, swimming and both motorized and non-motorized boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized accessible trail connects recreation sites on the north shore with recreation sites on the south shore and has interpretive signs and shaded benches for rest breaks. The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing, white water boating, and swimming. Many miles of hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.

Facilities

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

Natural Features

Sugar Pine Reservoir covers 160 acres at an elevation of 3600 feet. The campground lies above the north shoreline, in a forest of manzanita and ponderosa pine. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night.

Nearby Attractions

Shirttail Creek Campground is a recreation site within the Sugar Pine Recreation Area which includes an additional family campground, a group campground, a boat ramp, and a day use picnic site, as well as a trail that circles the entire lake. The North Fork American Wild And Scenic River can be accessed near by. Other recreation opportunities include many hiking, equestrian, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

Rules and notices at Shirttail Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Shirttail Creek 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:

•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.
•Visitors may not connect hoses to faucets for sanitation concerns.
•Faucets are meant for drinking water only. For sanitation reasons there can be no bathing or cleaning at faucets.
•All grey water must be properly disposed of at the dump station.

Trash:

•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.
•Make sure to properly close/lock dumpsters to avoid wildlife getting in the trash.

Campsite:

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

•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.
•Park in designated parking spots. No parking along painted curbs or by boat ramp.
•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).

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.

This is not Sugar Pine Point State Park

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

Utility hookups and showers are not available

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Shirttail Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Shirttail Creek Campground?

Shirttail Creek 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 Shirttail Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Shirttail Creek 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 Shirttail Creek Campground have?

Shirttail Creek Campground has 26 campsites.