Lower Little Truckee
Lower Little Truckee Campground is located along the Little Truckee River on Highway 89, about 11 miles north of Truckee. Its convenient location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. 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 | 15 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | |||
| 002 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Basic | ||
| 003 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 004 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 005 | Back-in | 31 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Standard | ||
| 006 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 007 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | None | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard | |
| 008 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
| 009 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 010 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
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 | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| 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 | $20.00 per site $5 for extra vehicle |
| Rules | Bears frequent the area; we recommend keeping food in an approved bear container or hiding all food items completely out of sight as in the trunk of a car. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
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Getting there
From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north to Sierraville. In aproximately 11 miles turn left into the campground.
| Nearest town | Sierraville, California |
| Coordinates | 39.4858° N, 120.2370° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
41 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 | Arbor Boardhouse ↗ | 11.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 31.5 mi |
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Lower Little Truckee Campground - Tahoe National Forest, CA
Worth a stop
The Town of Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town with Interstate highway connectivitiy including top notch restaraunts, resorts, and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes away and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Stampede Reservoir and recreation area is a 35-minute drive southeast of the campground. Sardine Lakes, within beautiful Lakes Basin, is a 40-minute drive northwest, via the Golden Chain/Highway 49. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
- 2.8 mi
- 7.4 miProsser Pits Ohv Area ↗OHV / range
- 11.1 mi
- 11.6 mi
Trails nearby
- 1.4 miKyburz Boardwalk ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miWheeler Loop ↗5.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.7 miKyburz2 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.8 miIndependence Lake Loop ↗6.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.6 miOld Henness Pass ↗7.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.6 miOld Muck0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
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
- 14 miMt. Rose Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 31,223 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
- Sierraville SchoolBuilding · Sierraville · 9.8 mi
- Boca DamStructure · Truckee · 10.1 mi
- Truckee Veterans Memorial BuildingBuilding · Truckee · 11.2 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated on the banks of the Little Truckee River, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. A forest of lodgepole pine, aspen and juniper trees covers the area, offering partial shade. A few sites overlook the river.
Recreation
Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. The surrounding area offers hiking and biking trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lower Little Truckee?
Sites at Lower Little Truckee 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 Lower Little Truckee?
$20.00 per site $5 for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lower Little Truckee?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lower Little Truckee have?
15 sites, including 15 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lower Little Truckee?
The longest site here provides 45 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 Lower Little Truckee?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Little Truckee. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lower Little Truckee?
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. Bears frequent the area; we recommend keeping food in an approved bear container or hiding all food items completely out of sight as in the trunk of a car.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Lower Little Truckee?
Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little 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 Lower Little Truckee?
Sierraville, California. The Town of Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town with Interstate highway connectivitiy including top notch restaraunts, resorts, and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites.
Source: Getting there
What if Lower Little Truckee is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Upper Little Truckee (0.6 mi), Sagehen Creek Campground (3.7 mi, first-come), and Bear Valley Campground (4.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby