85% (52) • 220 campsites
Top-rated cabin rentals near Topaz Lake
Willow Springs Resort
1. Willow Springs Resort
97%
(115)
40mi from Topaz Lake · 26 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Willow Springs Resort
Please come stay with us when you are visiting the beautiful Eastern Sierras.
Willow Springs Resort is located five miles south of Bridgeport, California, in the heart of the Eastern Sierra premiere outdoor recreational region. Although you’re sure to unplug with all there is to do around here, our guests have access to some of the best Wi-Fi in the area.
The facility is a small 50’s era motel and RV park with all the amenities one normally expects. We are a pet-friendly facility. We love pets and welcome them in our RV park but not in our motel rooms (with the exception of service animals).
Willow Springs Resort was built 70 years ago and is still owned and operated by the same family. That family prides itself on operating a peaceful, beautiful, and clean vacation destination.
The fish at the left was caught in Virginia Creek, which is just across the highway from Willow Springs! There are a host of activities to enjoy in the "big backyard" of this Sierra Nevada paradise.
Whether you enjoy fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, swimming, or 4-wheeling, or want to take a photo class or tour of Bodie Ghost Town, the area offers it all.
If you prefer to read a book or catch a falling star, meet new people, and share stories at the campfire, Willow Springs Resort is here to welcome you!
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Ludlow Hut
2. Ludlow Hut
42mi from Topaz Lake · 2 sites
Set near Lost Corner Mountain on Lake Tahoe’s west shore, Ludlow Hut is a classic Sierra Club backcountry shelter that rewards capable travelers with a true hut-in-the-woods experience and a real sense of solitude.
You can drive to Ludlow Hut in summer. In winter, there is no car access—expect a challenging ~5.2-mile approach on skis or snowshoes, with approximately 1,100 ft of elevation gain from the Rubicon–McKinney trailhead area. The traditional winter route follows the summer road along McKinney Creek past Miller Lake toward Richardson Lakes.
Set back from the lake and blended into the snow and trees, the hut can be difficult to spot in winter. Once you arrive, you’ll have a simple, communal base for exploring the surrounding terrain—whether you’re heading out for winter touring and snow travel or summer hiking in the high country.
This is serious mountain terrain. Please use extra caution: surrounding slopes are steep, avalanche hazard can be frequent, and conditions can become dangerous quickly when weather turns.
Inside the hut you’ll find:
• Upstairs sleeping loft accommodating up to 15 people.
• Main room with a wood-burning stove, tables, and a kitchen area.
• A two-story outhouse is approximately 100 ft southeast of the hut.
By booking Ludlow Hut, you’re helping support the Sierra Club’s ongoing stewardship of these historic huts so they can continue welcoming visitors for generations to come.
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ELEMENTS LODGE
3. ELEMENTS LODGE
93%
(7)
46mi from Topaz Lake · 1 site
You get the entire lodge! Whether you have a large family, belong to a social or recreational group, or celebrating a holiday/event, this dorm-style lodge provides the perfect location and amenities. Approximately 5,400 sqft of open living space.
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Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
4. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
94%
(123)
National forest 28mi from Topaz Lake · 933 sites
Beautiful lakeside views and endless exploration on the Nevada/California border.
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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
5. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
92%
(69)
National forest 50mi from Topaz Lake · 868 sites
Explore the largest national forest in the lower 48 with trails, fishing spots and hot springs.
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Al’s Chalet
6. Al’s Chalet
47mi from Topaz Lake · 1 site
Serene tri-level chalet nestled among tall pines in beautiful Camp Connell, surrounded by nature’s bounty and close to the charming towns of Arnold and Murphy’s. With free access to Pinebrook Lake and just 20 minutes from Bear Valley Ski Resort, this mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of tranquility, comfort, and space for creating lifelong memories.
Step into the newly redecorated grand great room featuring soaring ceilings and large windows framing the captivating beauty of the Sierra seasons. Natural light fills the space as laughter fills the air, with families and friends cooking together in the fully stocked kitchen. Memories are made around shared meals, while the crackling fireplace adds cozy warmth to this inviting chalet.
With three spacious bedrooms, a large loft, and three full bathrooms, there’s ample room for family and friends to spread out and relax comfortably. The loft doubles as a media, entertainment, and game space, perfect for cozy evenings or fun-filled afternoons.
Where You’ll Sleep (Sleeps up to 12 | 3 Full Bathrooms)
• Bedroom 1: King bed in the master bedroom on the lower level with a full-size TV, dresser, closet, and a study desk with a view
• Twin bed on the same floor, separated by a staircase
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed with dresser and closet
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed with full-size dresser and closet
• Bedroom 4 (Loft): Queen bed plus queen sofa bed
Guests also have access to the Big Trees Village Recreation Center, with seasonal access to a pool and great family activities.
What’s Next / Coming Soon
• Hammock installation by spring 2026
• Smokeless fire pit for family and friends to gather around for s’mores and more
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Eldorado National Forest
7. Eldorado National Forest
93%
(136)
National forest 39mi from Topaz Lake · 980 sites
Sierra Nevada gem offers lush forests, lakes, rivers, and peaks for year-round outdoor adventures.
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