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South Camp Peak Loop
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Genoa Peak, White Hill, Logan House Creek, James Canyon, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, Spooner Junction |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
Overlooking the eastern shores of Lake Tahoe, this area mainly consists of old fire roads and wide ATV trails. There are about 14 miles of roads and trails with spectacular views and some nice primitive camping opportunities. If you continue south along the main route you will eventually reach the trails for Genoa Peak.
Make sure to check out any marked side trails and roads to get the most out of this ride. The gate is normally open until the seasonal closure but usually re-opens around late May/early June, weather permitting. Exact dates vary so call first before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | NVOHV sticker required |
| Dates Open | June - November 15 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Nevada registration is not required if the vehicle is already registered in another state and will be located in Nevada for no more than 15 days. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Some Areas | |
 ATVs | Some Areas | |
 UTV & SXS | Some Areas | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Some Areas | |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| Alcohol | No Restriction | |
| Rule Enforcement | Few/Periodic |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 3,200 acres (5 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 14 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 7000 to 8800 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Intersections |  Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (E) | Carson City |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (E) | Carson City |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (E) | Carson City |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (S) | Zephyr Cove RV Park & Campground (775) 589-4906 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (S) | Zephyr Cove RV Park & Campground (775) 589-4906 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (S) | Zephyr Cove RV Park & Campground (775) 589-4906 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (E) | Albertsons |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Pros | very scenic, dense forest enviorment, great place to take beginners |
| Cons | no challenging trails, not recommended for motorcycles due to long sections of paved roads, only single track that intersects with main loop is for non-motorized use |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Glenbrook, NV | ||
| From: Carson City, NV
1) Take 395 S through downtown Carson City 2) Turn right (west) onto US-50, continue about 10 miles 3) Just past Spooner Junction, look for a fire station on the left, turn in here 4) Immediately veer right and continue straight toward the green highway maintenance building 5) Trailhead is on the left. Stage here. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit 35 College Drive South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-4500 (530) 543-2600 sm.fs.paltbmu@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
This trail has great views of both Lake Tahoe and the surrounding mountains.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
Most of the trails are wide and easy.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
Some trails may be temporarily blocked by fallen trees.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
To the east you can see the Carson Valley area.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
This is the trailhead marker.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
At the staging area there is not much room. The gate is locked when the trail is closed seasonally.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
There were a lot of trees down that day.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
When it comes to scenic trails, Tahoe is hard to beat.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
This was part of the main trail, but there were parts that were more twisty.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
Views like this are everywhere along the trail.
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
just after the trailhead
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
South Camp Peak Loop Trail Photo
At the top of this hill you can turn around and get a good view of Lake Tahoe.
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