Summary
The area is surrounded by breathtaking scenery including the American River and granite cliffs. The nearby town of South Lake Tahoe offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, including hiking, biking, and fishing. The campground features 32 first-come-first-serve campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. Other amenities include vault toilets, potable water, and trash collection. The best time to visit is in the summer months when temperatures average around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drop to the 40s at night. Overall, Lovers Leap Campground is a great destination for nature lovers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Lovers Leap Campground
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Wrights Lake Campground
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Echo Chalet
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Wrights Lake
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Showers Lake
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Kirkwood Campground
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC FORNI RIDGE
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1" |
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ALPHA
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0" |
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NOHRSC ECHO PEAK
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0" |
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ECHO PEAK
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NOHRSC SILVER LAKE (GOES)
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33" |
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FALLEN LEAF LAKE
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0" |
River Runs
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State Highway 50 To 1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50
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1/4 Mile North Of State Highway 50 To Avalanche Lake
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Headwaters In Sec 7, T11N, R18E To Blair Bridge
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Headwaters To South Of Upper Truckee Road (Sec Line Between 17/20 Intercepts River And Unnamed Tributary)
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Headwaters In Sec 15,T10N, R17E To Confluence With Silver Fork Of American River
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Headwatersa In Sec 18, T9N, R16E To Confluence With Van Horn Creek
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