Recreation area

Sugar Pine Staging Area

Tahoe National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This is the main staging area for the Foresthill OHV Trails. The large gravel parking lot area is the best location for day users to park and for RV or toy hauler camping. There are no hookups or water. There are vault toilet restrooms and trash containers centrally located. Loading ramps are available.

Activities

  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
  • PICNICKING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.