Granite Flat (California)
Granite Flat Campground is located between the Truckee River and Highway 89, just one mile from Truckee and a short distance from Tahoe City. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its proximity to Lake Tahoe. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 66 |
| Walk-in | 7 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
73 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 43 | Paved | 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 | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | STANDARD NONELECTRIC: $22/night for single sites and $44/night for double site |
| Accessibility | Sites 013, 014, 023, 025 and 5 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers several single-family and a few double campsites, some of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and bear proof food storage locker. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Seven campsites are walk-in tent sites with parking provided outside the campsite: #69, #70, #71, #72, #73, #74, and #75. Please be aware that the following campsites are located adjacent to busy Highway 89 and more subject to motor vehicle noise: #7, #9, #11, #13, #15, #17, #19, #21, #23, #47, #49, #51, #53, #67, and #68.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May 27 to October 11 |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777), or on-line at www.recreation.gov |
| Fees | $22 per site $5 for extra vehicle |
| Rules | No camping or campfires allowed outside of developed campgrounds. |
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Getting there
From Truckee, take Highway 89 south approx. 1 mile to the campground. 9500 River Road, Truckee, CA 96161
| Nearest town | Truckee, California |
| Coordinates | 39.2992° N, 120.2036° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
28 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | granit chief sporting ↗ | 1.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 23.7 mi |
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2021 Granite Flat Campground Review
Worth a stop
Granite Flat is centrally located between the town of Truckee and Prosser, Boca and Stampede reservoirs to the north, as well as Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south. A variety of outdoor recreational activities are available at each location. Truckee, 1 mile north, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 15 minutes south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
- 5.8 mi
- 6.1 miProsser Pits Ohv Area ↗OHV / range
- 6.1 miProsser Hill Ohv Routes ↗OHV / range
- 7.9 mi
- 10.4 miKings Beach 18E18 ↗Swimming
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miSawtooth ↗8.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, e-bike
- 0.8 miDonkey Town / El Burro3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miCabin Creek Loop Winter ↗9 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1 miBald Mountain Motorcycle Trail3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle
- 1.1 miTruckee View Point0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miBig Chief ↗8.1 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
- 7.2 miLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 331,807 acres
- 8.2 miGranite Chief Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 28,374 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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Kruger HouseBuilding · Truckee · 2 mi
- Truckee Veterans Memorial BuildingBuilding · Truckee · 2.2 mi
- Boca DamStructure · Truckee · 8.6 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated on the banks of the Truckee River. A scenic forest of Jeffrey and lodgepole pine trees covers the area.
Recreation
Fly-fishing for rainbow trout on the Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. Campers also enjoy swimming and tubing on the river. The surrounding area offers numerous hiking and biking trails, including the Western States Trail, Five Lakes Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Granite Flat (California)?
Sites at Granite Flat (California) are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777), or on-line at www.recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Granite Flat (California)?
STANDARD NONELECTRIC: $22/night for single sites and $44/night for double site
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Granite Flat (California)?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Granite Flat (California) have?
75 sites, including 66 standard sites without power and 7 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Granite Flat (California)?
The longest site here provides 65 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 Granite Flat (California)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Granite Flat (California). Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Granite Flat (California)?
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. No camping or campfires allowed outside of developed campgrounds.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Granite Flat (California)?
Sites 013, 014, 023, and 025 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 9 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Granite Flat (California)?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Granite Flat (California)?
Fly-fishing for rainbow trout on the Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Granite Flat (California)?
Truckee, California. Granite Flat is centrally located between the town of Truckee and Prosser, Boca and Stampede reservoirs to the north, as well as Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south.
Source: Getting there
What if Granite Flat (California) is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Goose Meadows (2.9 mi), Alpine Meadow Campground (4.6 mi), and Silver Creek-Truckee (5.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby