In the Historic Carson Pass Area of the Northern California Sierras.
On the north shoreline of the 600 acre Caples Lake at 7806′ elevation.
1 mile east of the Kirkwood Mountain Resort, at 1111 California State Highway 88.
30 miles from South Lake Tahoe, California.
Within the El Dorado National Forest, under a USFS Special Use Permit.
Our Resort Features
8 Cozy housekeeping Cabins overlooking Caples Lake and the high Sierra Mountains.
A 2 story Lodge with 6 B&B Lodge Rooms, and a Lounge, on the shore of Caples Lake.
A Marina with boat rentals, boat launch a Store and trophy trout fishing.
Area Activities: Alpine downhill & crosscounty skiing, hiking, biking, boating, fishing.
An unparalleled view of scenery, nature, wildflowers, & fall colors.
Renewable Energy – Off the Grid and Green.
USFS Caples Lake Campground, operated across Hwy 88 by Sierra Recreation Managers.
All guests have access to FREE WiFi and Verizon cell phone reception.
We are open from Memorial Day through October and from Christmas until April.
Please contact us at (209) 258-8888
to request further information or make reservations.
Operated under permit by the US Forest Service, El Dorado National Forest