Lakes Basin Family Campground .
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Jackson Meadows Rv Dump Station · 15.0 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 80.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.6997, -120.6608
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Lakes Basin Campground is situated in the ruins of a mountain lodge. Some of the old stonework still exists, including steps leading into a deep swimming hole on Gray Eagle Creek. This campground is within easy reach of many trails leading to crystal clear alpine lakes.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Lakes Basin Family Campground . free?
No. Lakes Basin Family Campground . charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Lakes Basin Family Campground .?
From Graeagle take Highway 89 Southeast three miles to Gold Lake Highway. Proceed on Gold Lake Highway about 9 miles to the entrance to Lakes Basin Campground, Round Lake Trailhead and Mt. Elwell Lodge. The turn into the campground is less than a mile away. Be prepared for a sharp right turn.
Nearby
- Lakes Basin Group Campground .0.4 mi
- Gold Lake Picnic Area1.3 mi
- Gold Lake Boat Ramp1.5 mi
- Gold Lake Campground (CA)1.7 mi
- Goose Lake Campground2.1 mi
- Gold Lake 4 X 4 Campground2.1 mi
- Gold Lake 4x4 Campground2.1 mi
- Lightning Tree Campground2.2 mi
- Jackson Meadows Rv Dump Station15.0 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water80.6 mi
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
