Loon Lake Chalet
Tahoma, California · 6,434 ft · In Eldorado National Forest
Wildfire 43 mi NE: Bull, 1,529 acres, 98% contained
At a glance
4 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 6,434 ft (1,961 m)6,434 ft1,961 m
Sites1
Loon Lake Chalet lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
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About
Overview
Loon Lake Chalet is situated next to Loon Lake in a granite bowl, and offers year-round, drive-to access for excellent backcountry skiing and hiking. The three-story chalet boasts excellent views of the Sierras and the lake. Though the chalet looks fancy, guests should not not expect hotel luxuries, but rather a semi-rustic experience.
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District built the chalet in 1989, originally intended as a day-use winter facility. Due to public demand, the second floor warming room was made available for overnight rental, and a third floor was soon added.
From OpenStreetMap, Recreation.gov, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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- AT&TNo coverage on FCC map
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Loon Lake Chalet: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueSunny54°41°
- WedSunny66°49°
- ThuSunny65°47°
- FriSunny70°47°
- SatSunny67°45°
Nearby camping
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Loon Lake Equestrian Group
Public Land · 470 ft · Tahoma
Loon Lake Campground
Public Land · 0.2 mi · Tahoma
Loon Lake
Public Land · 0.2 mi · Tahoma
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
- 6.9 mi
Bear Lake
Tahoma, CA
- 11 mi
Camp site
Meyers, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Eldorado National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
Meyers, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Eldorado National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
Meyers, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Eldorado National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
Meyers, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Eldorado National Forest
- 11 mi
Camp site
Meyers, CA · On U.S. Forest Service land · Eldorado National Forest
Location and contact
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