Markleeville Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 3.0 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 3.5 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.6977, -119.7764
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Located on Markleeville Creek, in the shade of Jeffrey pines and cottonwood trees. Generally open late April through early September as weather and conditions allow.
From the USFS.
Is Markleeville Campground free?
No. Markleeville Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Markleeville Campground?
From Carson City or Minden, Nevada:1. Take Highway 88 approximately 14 miles to the junction with Highway 4/89 at Woodfords, California.2. Turn left on Highway 4/89, proceed for approximately six miles to the Markleeville Campground entrance on the north side of highway (approximately1/2 mile past the small town of Markleeville).
What are the rules at Markleeville Campground?
No RVs longer than 24 feet Site 4 day use only, can accommodate up to 6 people on first come first served. Site typically has a lot of standing water year-round. California camp fire permit required
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
