Loon Lake Chalet Campground

Guests must contact the ELDORADO NATIONAL FOREST at (530) 644-2324 to arrange for permit, access, check-in and to learn about current conditions

In order to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience to all visitors, a stay limit of days per calendar year is now in effect. Use of any Eldorado National Forest cabins is limited to 6 nights per recreation rental facility and a total of 12 nights per calendar year. This time limit includes any combination of stays in Harvey West Cabin, Loon Lake Chalet, Robbs Hut, Sly Guard Cabin and Van Vleck Bunkhouse

Bring tire chains in winter; roads are not plowed on weekends and holidays

Cellular phone service is not available at the Loon Lake Chalet. Cell coverage might be available depending on phone carrier 1-3 miles from the Chalet on Icehouse rd. From the Chalet parking lot, turn right on to Icehouse rd. and proceed to drive 1-3 miles and cell service might be available.

Winter conditions can occur from September through June and may provide visitors with challenging weather, affecting access and amenities

In winter, this is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility. There is no trash service, so please bring garbage bags and remove all trash from Loon Lake Chalet before departing

Nearest phone is 2 miles northwest at the Kyburz store

Off-road vehicles may only be used on designated trails

No pets allowed in building

Bears frequent the area; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

For current weather conditions and fire restriction status, click here

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Permitted use of Loon Lake Chalet is limited to six (6) days per year.