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Gushing waterfalls, lakeview campsites, and a Norwegian-styled mansion are just a few of the treasures awaiting South Lake Tahoe campers. Originally sold to California by lumberman Harvey West in 1953, Emerald Bay State Park was promptly designated a National Natural Landmark in 1969. Right on the crest of California’s Sierra Nevada, South Lake Tahoe is neighboring cities with contemporary Truckee and is about half an hour’s drive away from the lush landscapes of the El Dorado National Forest.
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Getting Outdoors
Located directly on the water, Emerald Bay has every kind of aquatic activity you can imagine, so don’t forget to stash your fishing rod and swimsuit in your campervan rental. Rainbow trout, Mackinaw trout, and kokanee salmon are all waiting to be caught in the emerald-green water of the bay. Situated comfortably in a kayak or canoe, you can fish to your heart's content with the imposing mountains as your backdrop.
Camping at Emerald Bay State Park
Camping with an RV at Emerald Bay State Park is a breeze, with over 90 sites to choose from at Emerald Bay’s Eagle Point Campground. With most sites giving campers a lake view, you don’t have to leave the sights behind after a full day of adventuring. With hiking trails and picture-perfect spots near every site, the peaceful calm of the water and the simple rustic beauty of the forest campground will make you want to book an RV in El Dorado County.
Exploring the Area
Looking for something unique? Leave your RV rental at Emerald Bay State Park and travel to Fannette Island, a brush-covered granite land that boasts of being the only island on Lake Tahoe. Rising 150 feet above the water, the formerly named "Dead Man’s Island" holds a longstanding reputation of being haunted by former resident, Captain Dick Barter, since his mysterious disappearance in 1873.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Emerald Point Trail, CAEmerald Bay State Park, CA
- Vikingsholm Trail, CAEmerald Bay State Park, CA
- Eagle Creek Canyon Snowshoe Ski Trail, CADesolation Wilderness, CA
- Eagle Lake Trail, CADesolation Wilderness, CA
- Eagle Falls Trailhead to Middle Velma Lake to Dicks Lake to Suzie Lake, CADesolation Wilderness, CA
- Middle Velma Lake Trail, CADesolation Wilderness, CA
- Eagle Falls to Lake Schmidell and Lake Louis , CADesolation Wilderness, CA
- Eagle Lake , CAD. L. Bliss State Park, CA
- Cascade Falls Trail, CAEmerald Bay State Park, CA
- Bayview Trail to Velma Lakes, CAEmerald Bay State Park, CA
- CampgroundsLocation
- Bayview Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Fallen Leaf Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Meeks Bay Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Tahoe Valley Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Lake Tahoe KOA, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion, NVDouglas County, NV
- Zephyr Cove Resort & Campground, NVDouglas County, NV
- Wrights Lake Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
- Pleasant Campground, CACalifornia
- Hope Valley Campground, CAEl Dorado County, CA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Emerald Bay State Park
Winston C.
February, 2026
Cool (surprisingly compact) van. We were able to park anywhere we wanted along the coast with no problem. Fully built out rv, so privacy curtains, fully functioning water, toilet and shower... dude. It was nice. Didn't drive like a boat either. Went down the 1 along Big Sur and it handled well.
Heather M.
January, 2026
Great van!
Amanda M.
January, 2026
Geannie and Theo were the most kind and accommodating hosts ever! I booked their RV last minute before Christmas and they were so gracious and flexible. The drop off and set up was so easy and I didnt have to do a thing — truly the best experience ever.
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