How do I find last-minute availability at Cold Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cold Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cold Creek Campground have?

Cold Creek Campground has 13 campsites.

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Hard to BookNational Forest

Cold Creek Campground

Tahoe National Forest, California

September 2026 — tap sold-out dates to watch them

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Next Available Dates

Sep 13 (11 sites)Sep 14 (11 sites)Sep 15 (11 sites)

11 sites open on Sep 13 at Cold Creek Campground. Check your own dates above, or set a watch and we will alert you when one frees up.

Last checked 9 September 2026, 22:40 UTC.

Notices from Recreation.gov

Bears frequent the area; all food should be kept in approved containers.

No water available; bring your own supply or fill up at Cottonwood Creek Campground

No off-road vehicle use in the campground

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierraville Ranger District (530) 994-3401 (voice), (530) 994-3521 (TDD).

Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest

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.

One vehicle included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $10/each per night for all vehicles. All operable, highway legal vehicles must pay extra vehicle fee, excluding the single vehicle included with the reservation. Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-serve fee tube located near campground entrance.

Modifications for this campground must be made PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 8, 2026. Check Cold Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes applyCampsites held at once: 3 campsite(s) heldMaximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nightsMaximum stay: 14 nightsMinimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cold Creek Campground, read on September 8, 2026.

Cold Creek Campground Facts

As of September 2026, Cold Creek Campground is a campground in Tahoe National Forest, California with 13 campsites.
Cold Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
PermitSnag checks Cold Creek Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
Cold Creek Campground is located at 39.5428° N, 120.3147° W.

At a Glance

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Setting

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Things to Do

🎣Fishing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cold Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

Sites at Cold Creek Campground

11 sites listed by Recreation.gov.

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
002	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	20 ft
003	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	20 ft
004	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	20 ft
005	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	20 ft
006	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
007	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
008	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
009	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
010	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
011	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-
012	COLD CREEK	Standard	6	-