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Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs

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· Verdi, Sierra, California
40 acres hosted by David H.
1 RV/tent site
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Find privacy, seclusion and solitude in nature at Alpine Valley Camp /|\. Encompassed by Tahoe & Toiyabe National Forests, this Alpine Valley rolls across 10,000 acres at approximately 5,500 feet with towering mountainous peaks on three of its sides rising above 8,000 feet. A meadow with creeks and wildlife lines the Valley floor. Depending on location, distant peaks in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range rise into view. The private and secluded Camp sits at the edge of the meadow on 40 acres. It offers multiple sites for vista viewing, camping and fire pits set along two seasonal creeks. Available for one camping party's exclusive use, basic camping comforts include picnic tables, metal and stone fire pits, and an out house with a view. Follow the lower creek out from the Camp into the meadow and Valley floor to find a damned swimming hole. Off-road vehicles, dirt bikes, hiking, fishing, water sports, golf, skeet, and the like are available at or near the Camp, as is LTE cellphone and data services. Alpine Valley Campsite is a short distance to Reno, Truckee, Stampede and Boca Reservoirs, and Lake Tahoe. It is located approx. 4.5 miles from Stampede Reservoir, 5.4 miles from the Truckee River in Verdi, and 17 miles from the Boca Reservoir and Truckee River in Truckee. Host highly recommends 4x4/AWD vehicle OR at least 7" of ground clearance, driving slow on dirt and rocky roads (approximately a 25-minute drive from entrance of Toiabye National Forest-Verdi, CA entrance at 5-10 mph), and experience with pack-in, pack-out camping. Detailed welcome letter with local destinations, GPS coordinates, Valley map and links provided upon booking. Nightly rate is for up to two campers; any camping party is limited to eight (8) campers and each additional camper is assessed a guest fee of $44/nt If you'd like to collect wood from the property, simply purchase a bundle of wood when completing your booking. This is a pack-in, pack-out camp. Cabela's located in Verdi for all camping needs. Eats, drinks, market, gas, et cetera, are conveniently located in Verdi, too. Alpine Valley Camp /|\ appreciates the outdoor enthusiasts who have come for one or more adventures. (Note price include 12.5% Sierra County Transient Occupancy Tax)Find privacy, seclusion and solitude in nature at Alpine Valley Camp /|\. Encompassed by Tahoe & Toiyabe National Forests, this Alpine Valley rolls across 10,000 acres at approximately 5,500 feet with towering mountainous peaks on three of its sides rising above 8,000 feet. A meadow with creeks and wildlife lines the Valley floor.  Depending on location, distant peaks in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range rise into view.  The private and secluded Camp sits at the edge of the meadow on 40 acres. It offers multiple sites for vista viewing, camping and fire pits set along two seasonal creeks.  Available for one camping party's exclusive use, basic camping comforts include picnic tables, metal and stone fire pits, and an out house with a view.  Follow the lower creek out from the Camp into the meadow and Valley floor to find a damned swimming hole. Off-road vehicles, dirt bikes, hiking, fishing, water sports, golf, skeet, and the like are available at or near the Camp, as is  LTE cellphone and data services. Alpine Valley Campsite is a short distance to Reno, Truckee, Stampede and Boca Reservoirs, and Lake Tahoe. It is located approx. 4.5 miles from Stampede Reservoir, 5.4 miles from the Truckee River in Verdi, and 17 miles from the Boca Reservoir and Truckee River in Truckee.  Host highly recommends 4x4/AWD vehicle OR at least 7" of ground clearance, driving slow on dirt and rocky roads (approximately a 25-minute drive from entrance of Toiabye National Forest-Verdi, CA entrance at 5-10 mph), and experience with pack-in, pack-out camping. Detailed welcome letter with local destinations, GPS coordinates, Valley map and links provided upon booking.    Nightly rate is for up to two campers; any camping party is limited to eight (8) campers and each additional camper is assessed a guest fee of $44/nt   If you'd like to collect wood from the property, simply purchase a bundle of wood when completing your booking. This is a pack-in, pack-out camp. Cabela's located in Verdi for all camping needs. Eats, drinks, market, gas, et cetera, are conveniently located in Verdi, too.  Alpine Valley Camp /|\ appreciates the outdoor enthusiasts who have come for one or more adventures.   (Note price include 12.5% Sierra County Transient Occupancy Tax)
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Mary H.recommends
September 4, 2023
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
Amazing, beautiful private spot! Dog valley is beautiful - picnic tables and chairs very nice to have. Will come back.
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Megan S.
August 11, 2023
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
4X4 REQUIRED/No Creek
While the description of the directions/area is accurate it should be noted that a 4X4 is necessary. We took my 2WD Chevy Equinox out there and ended up stranded because a large rock cracked my radiator. It should also be noted that there was no creek. Everything was bone dry. I understand this was August and obviously not the fault of the host but if you are expecting a creek for some relief (like we were since we brought our dog) there is no water. Just a few things to be aware of.
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Albert D.
June 25, 2023
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
Quiet but no toilet.
Beautiful setting, quiet except for the creek but a very soothing sound. This is really a great campsite if you have a vehicle that can handle rough roads (we made it no problem!). A beautiful area to explore. Disappointed that we we were unable to use the toilet as it was just a hole in the ground. I found that out a week before and was not able to cancel because of the rigid policy. There are pictures in the listing of a wine barrel with a hole cut in the top and a toilet seat. That would have worked but it was not there. When I asked, I was only told that “there is no toilet seat.” That was disappointing. Also, last campers left the ash bin (for the toilet) full of bottles. Hard to manage this kind of site from a couple hundred miles away. I also have to say that the rate is way to high for what you get considering I could have camped anywhere within a mile of there on national forest land for free.
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Sidney B.recommends
June 11, 2023
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
Amazingly pristine alpine valley and campsite. Definitely an adventure, one that connected us back to nature and solitude. Highly recommend!
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B O.recommends
July 11, 2022
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
Repeat visitor to Alpine Valley
Are you interested in remote/dispersed camping but are nervous about arriving to the forest after driving for hours and then not finding a spot? Want to find a beautiful campsite that is truly isolated but is a half hour drive to stores/restaurants and a major freeway? Want to interact with a friendly and communicative host ? This is why we returned for a second camping adventure at this spot. Reading some of the other reviews of fellow travelers, I want to emphasize: make sure you are prepared. This is not an "asphalt RV parking lot with coin operated showers" kind of place. You'll need an off-road capable vehicle, self-contained water and cooking gear, and a wildlife friendly "pack-it-in, pack-it-out" attitude. And if you forget anything, just cruise back to town and pick it up!
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Mark J.
September 30, 2021
Alpine Valley /|\ Tahoe-Toiyabe NFs
EXTREMELY ROUGH ROADS
THIS LISTING IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR TRAILERS OR VEHICLES WITH LOW GROUND CLEARANCE. The listing should explicitly state this. Otherwise it is a beautiful spot.
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Verdi, Sierra, California, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla and Wašišiw Ɂítdeʔ (Washoe) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by David H.Joined in May 2018
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