Woodcamp Campground
Woodcamp Campground is located on the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking. Woodcamp Campground is operated by Nevada Irrigation District in cooperation with the Tahoe National Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 42 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 42 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flush and vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Interstate 80, exit onto Highway 89 in Truckee. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west for 18 miles, to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Cross over the dam and continue to the junction. Turn left and continue to the Woodcamp Recreation Area.
| Nearest town | Sierraville, California |
| Coordinates | 39.4856° N, 120.5478° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Upcycled Adventures ↗ | 17.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 32.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking. PCT access on the east side of the lake.
- 8.1 mi
- 10.1 miSierra Valley Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 11 miFuller Lake Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 13.1 miSalmon Lake -Boat Ramp Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 14.2 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.5 miWoodcamp Ck. Interpret. Trail1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miLasier Mdw PCT Tie Trail1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miMeadow Lake Loop ↗22.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.7 miJackson Meadow-Little Truckee ↗13 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.7 miPass Creek Loop ↗7.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.4 miBald Ridge Loop ↗14.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Tahoe National Forest.
- inTahoe National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,181,139 acres
- 7.2 miPlumas National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,431,953 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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On the National Register nearby
- Webber Lake HotelBuilding · Sierraville · 5 mi
- Sierra City SchoolBuilding · Sierra City · 7.1 mi
- Sierraville SchoolBuilding · Sierraville · 11.7 mi
Natural features
Jackson Meadow Reservoir is situated in a rolling forested valley, where visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. The campground lies on the western shore in a forest of pine and fir trees.
Recreation
Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp and designated swim beach are located within the recreation area. A half-mile interpretive nature trail wanders through the campground. A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Woodcamp Campground?
Sites at Woodcamp Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Woodcamp Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Woodcamp Campground have?
20 sites, including 20 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Woodcamp Campground?
The longest site here provides 42 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Woodcamp Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Woodcamp Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Woodcamp Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Woodcamp Campground?
Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Woodcamp Campground?
Sierraville, California. Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking.
Source: Getting there
What if Woodcamp Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Fir Top Campground (0.1 mi), Findley Campground (0.3 mi), and East Meadow Campground (1.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby