Kidd Lake Group Campground is off old Highway 40 near Donner Summit. Recreation at the ½-mile long lake includes non-motorized boating and swimming. Fishing is poor at Kidd Lake, but nearby Long Lake and Serene Lakes have good populations of rainbow and brook trout. During the summer water levels at Kidd Lake can fluctuate as water is drawn down for hydroelectric needs.
Kidd Lake Group Campground features 3 group camps formed by clusters of several campsites. Each campsite has two tables and a pedestal barbecue. Nearby are water spigots, vault toilets, and bear-proof food lockers. A shelter hut is found at the first of the 3 group sites. The group camps are primarily tent camps. RVs must be in the nearby parking areas which have limited level parking spaces. There is a 2-night minimum stay. The campground is operated by PG&E.
| Group Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Kidd Lake Group Campground Location: | Take the Soda Springs exit off Interstate 80. Go ¾ mile to Soda Springs Road. Turn right and go 0.9 miles to Pahatsi Road. Turn right on Pahatsi which becomes Kidd Lakes Road. |
| Elevation: | 6,650 feet |
| Mileage and driving time from gateway city: | Sacramento - 93 miles, 1:42
Reno - 49 miles, 1:03 |
| Number of Sites: | 3 |
| Camping Season: | Open mid-June through September, depending on snow Check exact opening-closing dates: PG&E Campgrounds - Opening, Closing, Fees |
| Max. People per Site: | 35, 14, 20 |
| Vehicles per Site: | One small RV |
| Pets: | on leash, always attended, $2 per night |
| Operated by | Pacific Gas and Electric |
| Information: | Kidd Lake Group Camp (530) 389-2236
PG&E Land Projects (916) 386-5164 |
| Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations available: | Kidd Lake Group Campground reservations required whenever campground is open.
See PG&E's Reservation Information below |
| Maximum RV/trailer Length: | Space for 1 small RV possible in parking lot per group site |
| Accessible Sites: | None designated |
| Fees: | Sites 1-5 - $200 per night
Sites 6-7 - $75 per night Sites 8-10 - $100 per night Plus an additional $20 reservation fee Weekly rates available |
| Reservations: | Kidd Lake Group Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2 PM Check-out: 11:00 AM |
| Kidd Lake Group Campground Amenities | |
|---|---|
| Campsites: | Picnic tables, pedestal BBQ; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, tap water, campfire circle |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Kidd Lake Group Campground: | Kayak and canoe in Kidd Lake. Head to nearby lakes for good fishing. Find good hiking at Long Lake, Devils Peak, and the Palisades Creek Trail.
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
| Updates | Last Updated February 2025 |
April 15, 2025, 8:00 AM - Reservations become available for camping dates of one week or longer
April 22, 2025, 8:00 AM Reseervations become available for camping dates of less than one week.
Many PG&E campgrounds (except group campgrounds), including those with reservations available, also have some first-come, first-serve sites.
Campers at Kidd Lake Group Camp near Donner Summit are close to many interesting places to explore.
Check PG&E - Kidd Lake Group Campground for any campground updates.
Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. If using a reservation website, check to be sure your vehicles will fit in the parking space for your campsite.
In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, obtain firewood locally.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate
