Giant Gap

4.3·84 reviews
·Tahoe National Forest

Overview

Giant Gap Campground is located on the north shore of Sugar Pine Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. It is just 15 miles from Foresthill. Visitors enjoy the surrounding area for its fishing, canoeing,  OHV and hiking opportunities.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 12:00 pm)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (24 of 26 campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 12)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 4)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (24 of 26 campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have full)

Natural Features

Sugar Pine Boat Ramp - Credits: USDA
GIANT GAP - Credits:
Camp Host - Credits: USDA
GIANT GAP bridge - Credits: USDA
The campground and the adjacent 160-acre Sugar Pine Reservoir are situated at an elevation of 3,600 feet. The campground is situated in stands of cedar and ponderosa pine trees. Summertime temperatures are hot during the day and cool at night.

Recreation

Sugar pine reservoir from the public boat ramp. - Credits: Joel Miller 10/23/2018 USFS
Fishing, canoeing, swimming and boating are popular activities on the reservoir. A paved, non-motorized trail circles the campground and connects to the day use area and Shirttail Creek Campground.The North Fork of the American River is nearby, with additional fishing and swimming. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 60ft

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 31ft

  • vehicle-N/A

Additional Information

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