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Leavitt Meadows Campground
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Leavitt Meadows Campground

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters

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As of October 2026, Leavitt Meadows Campground is a campground in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest with 16 campsites. Leavitt Meadows Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Leavitt Meadows Campground is located at 38.3378ยฐ N, 119.5542ยฐ W.

Leavitt Meadows Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Leavitt Meadows Campground, read on October 28, 2026.

Campsites at Leavitt Meadows Campground

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water
  • firewood
  • food storage lockers

At a glance: Setting: Meadow.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, climbing, stargazing, horse riding.

About Leavitt Meadows Campground

Overview

Leavitt Meadows campground is nestled amidst Jeffrey Pines alongside the West Walker River. Nearby Leavitt Meadows Trailhead is the starting point for a horse or foot trail along the West Walker River into an area of lake-filled basins. Many climbers use this trail to approach Tower Peak, which offers both technical climbs and scrambles.

Recreation

Leavitt Meadows campground is popular for fishing, hiking, and backpacking.

Facilities

The Leavitt Meadows campground has small RV (less than 24 feet in length) and tent friendly sites. All sites offer picnic tables, campfire rings, and food storage lockers. The campground has vault toilets, drinking water, and garbage service. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.

Natural Features

Leavitt Meadows is at an elevation of 7200 feet.

Rules and notices at Leavitt Meadows Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on October 28, 2026. Check Leavitt Meadows Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Pass Discounts: If you use a pass discount you must provide your pass and photo identification upon check in or upon Camp Host request. If you received a pass discount for which you weren't eligible you must pay the difference in price upon arrival.

6-person limit- there is a max of 6 people per single campsite. If you exceed this number, purchase two sites and spread your group and equipment out evenly between campsites. This is to protect the natural resources and minimize noise levels.

Generators may be used from 6am-10pm. Quiet hours in the campground are 10pm-6am.

Fire Restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions (or red flag warnings), at which point campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. Please check with Camp Host before starting a campfire.

Fire Rings: Do not build additional fire rings. Glass, aluminum and food are prohibited in fire rings. Logs must fit within the fire ring. Chainsaws are not allowed. Fires must be extinguished with water and be cool to the touch before leaving campsite or going to bed.

FCFS (First Come First Serve)- Campsites are first come first serve, no reservations required. Sites are available for campers as they become vacant and availability is not guaranteed. A site may only be occupied when you are physically present and ready to camp and payment has been made. Sites cannot be held for future arriving campers.

Extra Vehicle: One RV with a tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site is included in camping fee. Most sites can accommodate 1 (one) extra vehicle that is NOT included in the camping fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. Extra vehicle must fit on the parking spur at the site.

Falling objects: Don't linger under dead, cracked, or broken branches. Run if you hear cracks or snapping from tree roots or branches (know that sometimes there is no sound and very little time to react). Report falling branches and trees to the Ranger.

No large RV's - Leavitt meadows is a small campground and best suited for small (under 24 ft) RV/travel trailers.

Leavitt Meadows Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Leavitt Meadows Campground?

Leavitt Meadows 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.

How do I find last-minute availability at Leavitt Meadows Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Leavitt Meadows 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 Leavitt Meadows Campground have?

Leavitt Meadows Campground has 16 campsites.

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