Sugar Pine Point Campground campground
Sugar Pine Point Campground
Reservations are accepted at Sugar Pine Point Campground, allowing visitors to secure their preferred camping dates in advance. This is particularly important during peak seasons, as the campground tends to fill up quickly. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance to guarantee a spot.
The best time to visit Sugar Pine Point Campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities. Summer also offers the opportunity to enjoy water-related activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing in nearby Lake Tahoe.
Campers should be cautious of black bears that inhabit the area. It is important to properly store food and dispose of trash to avoid attracting wildlife. Additionally, campers should be mindful of fire safety and adhere to any fire restrictions in place.
In summary, Sugar Pine Point Campground in California provides a variety of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the summer months. However, campers should be cautious of bears and follow proper food storage practices.
What's on-site at Sugar Pine Point Campground
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 Sugar Pine Point Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Pine Point | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pardoes Point | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Pardoes Point Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| South Shore | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Bear River South Shore Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sugar Pine Point Campground -- 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 | 90 cfs | → |
| West Fork Carson River At Woodfords | 135 cfs | → |
| E F Carson R Bl Markleeville C Nr Markleevilleca | 475 cfs | → |
| Up Truckee R A South Lake Tahoe Ca | 96 cfs | → |
| Trout C Nr Tahoe Valley Ca | 48 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sugar Pine Point Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Silver Lake (Goes) | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Black Springs | 0.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bloods Creek | 200.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Carson Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Elstanislaus Meadow (Goes) | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lost Lake Snotel | 22.0 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 Mokelumne
- Eldorado National Forest
- Wilderness Desolation
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park
- Indian Grinding Rocks State Park
- Grover Hot Springs State Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Lower Bear River Reservoir
- Bear River Reservoir
- Salt Springs Reservoir
- Silver Lake (Kirkwood)
- Highland Creek
- Caples Lake
Paddle runs
- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeologic Special Interest Area To Confluence With North Fork Mokelumne River
- Salt Springs Reservoir Dam To To A Point 1 Mile West Of Bear River Confluence
- Headwater In Sec 29, T9n,R16e To Confluence With Cat Creek
- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeological Special Interest Area To Confluence With Mokelumne
- Headwatersa In Sec 18, T9n, R16e To Confluence With Van Horn Creek
- Boundary Of Mokelumne Archeological Special Interest Area To Confluence With North Fork Mokelumne
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 Sugar Pine Point Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sugar Pine Point Campground
Can I make reservations at Sugar Pine Point Campground?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Sugar Pine Point Campground?
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 Sugar Pine Point Campground.