Pass Creek Campground
Pass Creek Campground is located on scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Pass Creek Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 30 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
30 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 31 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 23 | 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 | 50 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. Flushing and Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | August 1 to October 13 |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations available online at www.recreation.gov six months in advance. |
| Fees | $24 per site $5 for extra vehicle |
| Rules | All camping must be in designated campsites in Jackson Meadow Recreation Area. Bears frequent the area, all food must be kept in approved containers. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time all campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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Getting there
Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn at the Pass Creek Campground sign.
| Nearest town | Sierraville, California |
| Coordinates | 39.5041° N, 120.5344° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
50 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 ↗ | 13.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Upcycled Adventures ↗ | 18.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | DeMartini RV Sales ↗ | 33.7 mi |
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Explore
Video
Camping at Pass Creek & finding some beautiful fall colors!
Worth a stop
Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking. PCT access on the east side of the lake.
- 7.9 mi
- 8.9 miSierra Valley Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 10.4 miPacker Lake - Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 12.3 miSalmon Lake -Boat Ramp Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 13.4 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miMeadow Lake Loop ↗22.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.2 miJackson Meadow-Little Truckee ↗13 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.2 miPass Creek Loop ↗7.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.3 miBald Ridge Loop ↗14.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.4 miLasier Mdw PCT Tie Trail1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miWoodcamp Ck. Interpret. Trail1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
- 6.4 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.
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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 northeastern shore in a dense 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 is located at Pass Creek Campground. A designated swim beach is nearby. 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 Pass Creek Campground?
Sites at Pass Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations available online at www.recreation.gov six months in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Pass Creek Campground?
$24 per site $5 for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pass Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Pass Creek Campground have?
30 sites, including 30 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pass Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 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 Pass Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pass Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pass Creek 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. All camping must be in designated campsites in Jackson Meadow Recreation Area.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Pass Creek 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 Pass Creek Campground?
Sierraville, California. Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking.
Source: Getting there
What if Pass Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are East Meadow Campground (0.2 mi), Little Lasier Meadows Campground (1.4 mi), and Woodcamp Campground (1.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby