Harvey West Cabin campground
Harvey West Cabin
Reservations for the Harvey West Cabin camping area are accepted, ensuring that visitors can secure their stay in advance. It is recommended to make a reservation ahead of time, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability.
The best time to visit this camping area is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can be quite hot, while winters can bring cold temperatures and occasional rain. Therefore, it is important to check the weather forecast before planning a trip.
While camping at Harvey West Cabin camping area, campers can explore nearby attractions such as hiking trails, fishing spots, and scenic viewpoints. However, it is crucial to be cautious of wildlife encounters and to properly store food to prevent attracting animals. Additionally, campers should follow all park rules and regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable stay.
What's on-site at Harvey West Cabin
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Harvey West Cabin, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Flat | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| China Flat Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Eldorado Camground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Silver Fork Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Silver Fork | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Harvey West Cabin -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Truckee R At S Upper Truckee Rd Nr Meyers Ca | 4 cfs | → |
| Upper Truckee R At Hwy 50 Above Meyers Ca | 99 cfs | → |
| Up Truckee R A South Lake Tahoe Ca | 107 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Ab Stumpy Meadows Res Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Trout C Nr Tahoe Valley Ca | 48 cfs | → |
| General C Nr Meeks Bay Ca | 7 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Harvey West Cabin -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Forni Ridge | 1.1 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Silver Lake (Goes) | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Echo Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Echo Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Carson Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Desolation
- Washoe Meadows State Park
- Lake Valley State Recreation Area
- Dl Bliss State Park
- Emerald Bay State Park
- Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
Boat launches
- Amador County
- Junction Boat Ramp Road El Dorado County
- Dry Lakes Trail El Dorado County
- Sly Park Road, Pollock Pines
- Ice House Road El Dorado County
- Poho Ridge El Dorado County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Headwatersa In Sec 18, T9n, R16e To Confluence With Van Horn Creek
- State Highway 50 To 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50
- 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50 To Avalanche Lake
- Headwater In Sec 29, T9n,R16e To Confluence With Cat Creek
- Headwaters In Sec 15,T10n, R17e To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River
- Confluence With Van Horn Creek To Cosumnes Mine Road
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Harvey West Cabin as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Harvey West Cabin
Can I make reservations at Harvey West Cabin?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Harvey West Cabin?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Harvey West Cabin.