Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- French Meadows Rv Dump Station · 20.8 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 21.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.9453, -120.0991
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use area is located near Emerald Bay on the south end of Lake Tahoe at 7,100 feet in elevation. Opening and closing dates are dependant on weather, but the area is typically open from mid-May through mid-October. Bayview serves as a trailhead for Desolation Wilderness.A wilderness permit is required to enter Desolation Wilderness.Day hikers may pick up day-use permits at the self serve area.Overnight hikers must obtain an overnight permit before arriving.Wood and charcoal fires are not permitted.Propane applicances are allowed with a valid CA Campfire Permit.
From the USFS.
Is Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area free?
No. Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area?
Take Hwy 89 north from South Lake Tahoe approximately eightmiles to the Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use area located across from Inspiration Point.
What are the rules at Bayview Trailhead and Day-Use Area?
Wood and charcoal fires are not permitted. Propane appliances with an on/off valve are allowed with a valid CA Campfire Permit.
Nearby
- FALLEN LEAF CAMPGROUND3.1 mi
- Badgers Den at Camp Richardson Resort3.2 mi
- RV Village Campground at Camp Richardson Resort3.2 mi
- Eagles Nest at Camp Richardson Resort3.2 mi
- Meeks Bay Campground6.3 mi
- Meeks Bay Resort6.5 mi
- Nevada Beach Campground8.3 mi
- Zephyr Cove RV & Campground9.2 mi
- French Meadows Rv Dump Station20.8 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water21.7 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.
