Boyington Mill
Boyington Mill Campground is located along the Little Truckee River, just 20 minutes from Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, abundant hiking opportunities and off-road trails. Stampede and Boca reservoirs are nearby for boating and swimming. 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 | 9 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
12 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | Standard | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | Tent only | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | 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 | 60 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 with grill. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no drinking water available at the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May 24 to October 14 |
| Forest | Tahoe National Forest |
| Fees | $20 per site $5 for extra vehicle |
| Rules | You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Truckee, travel east on Highway 80 for 10 miles, to the Hirschdale Road exit. Follow Hirschdale Road approximately five miles north, to the campground. 14745 Stampede Meadows Road, Floriston, CA 96111
| Nearest town | Floriston, California |
| Coordinates | 39.4375° N, 120.0908° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTmu Rx Support
36 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 | Cabela's ↗ | 8.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 23.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
Boca Reservoir is a couple miles south of the campground. Stampede Reservoir is less than six miles north. Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on both scenic lakes. Lake Tahoe is located about 35 minutes from the campground and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as popular dining, shopping and lodging options. Truckee, 20 minutes away, 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. Other recreational opportunities include Historic Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
- 6 mi
- 6.2 miProsser Pits Ohv Area ↗OHV / range
- 6.2 miProsser Hill Ohv Routes ↗OHV / range
- 14.2 miKings Beach 18E18 ↗Swimming
Trails nearby
- 1 miVerdi OHV1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.1 miNorth Boca OHV0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miRussell Valley ATV Tie0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.2 miNorth Verdi OHV Spur1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle
- 1.4 miDry Creek East OHV0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.4 miBoca Break OHV1.2 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
- 5.5 miMt. Rose Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 31,223 acres
- 14.7 miLake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 331,807 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
- Boca DamStructure · Truckee · 3.3 mi
- 1872 California-Nevada State Boundary MarkerObject · Verdi · 7.7 mi
- Truckee Veterans Memorial BuildingBuilding · Truckee · 9.2 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated on the banks of the Little Truckee River, which is known as one of Northern California's best catch-and-release fly-fishing streams. It is situated among sparse Jeffrey pine and fir trees and shade within the campground is limited.
Recreation
Fly-fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the campground. The surrounding area offers hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Boyington Mill?
Sites at Boyington Mill are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Boyington Mill?
$20 per site $5 for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Boyington Mill?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Boyington Mill have?
13 sites, including 9 standard sites without power and 3 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Boyington Mill?
The longest site here provides 60 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 Boyington Mill?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boyington Mill. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Boyington Mill?
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. You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Boyington Mill?
Fly-fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Boyington Mill?
Floriston, California. Boca Reservoir is a couple miles south of the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Boyington Mill is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Boca Spring (1.2 mi), Boca Rest Campground (1.3 mi), and Logger Campground (2.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby