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D.L. Bliss State Park to Reopen May 21, 2026, With Campsite Reservations Opening Nov. 21

A $5 million overhaul replaced failing 1930s-era water lines to restore potable service, bolstering wildfire protection.

Overview

  • California State Parks completed a multi-summer waterline replacement that kept the park largely closed since 2023.
  • Crews installed a new 8-inch main along nearly 3 miles of roadway with 25 fire hydrants plus road and access upgrades.
  • The project was reported at roughly $5 million with partial funding from the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
  • Campsites will book through Reserve California starting Nov. 21, with reservations available up to six months in advance.
  • Day-use entry will cost $10 per vehicle from sunrise to sunset, following delays tied to Tahoe’s short May–October construction season and earlier work errors.