Generally, the more highly developed sites have fees charged on site. Many campgrounds are closed during the winter, due to snow conditions. For specific information, contact the Districts . Group Camps Group camps can be found throughout the Forest. These sites have capacities for groups of 25-100 people, making them ideal for groups such as scout troops, religious organizations, social clubs, even family reunions.
Some sites are very popular, often booked months in advance.
They are available by reservation only, by calling the phone numbers shown above in Campground Reservations . Campfire Permits A California campfire permit is required between May and October if you plan to have a fire or use a stove outside of a developed camp or picnic area. You can pick one up free from any ranger station and most fire stations in California. The Tahoe National Forest is located in the north-central Sierra Nevada Mountains between Reno, Nevada, and Sacramento, California. Interstate 80 bisects the Forest between these two cities, and scheduled airline service is available to either city.