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Sagehen Creek Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Sagehen Creek Campground is a remote, rustic campground along Sagehen Creek approximately seven miles west of Highway 89 North. Much of the access road is unpaved. It is adjacent to a beautiful meadow with shade provided by lodgepole pine. Prepare for mosquitos in the early camping season. Not suitable for large RVs. Rough native surface roads in campground. Accessible vault toilet. Picnic tables and fire rings provided. Firewood not available for purchase. Elevation: 6500 feet.
No water or trash services provided. Pack it in, pack it out
No fee for staying in Sagehen Creek campground. No reservations – first come, first served.
CAMPING IS LIMITED TO 14 DAYS PER YEAR.
Directions: From Truckee take Highway 89 North for approximately eight miles to Sagehen Summit. Take a left onto 260 Road and go approximately 0.10 mile to four-way intersection. Continue on 260 Road (middle road, not to field station) for approximately 1.5 miles. Take a left onto 11 Road for approximately three miles. At bottom of paved hill, take a left at Sagehen Campground sign. Campground will be on the right in approximately 0.5 mile.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closed due to hazard trees. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No reservations available, first come-first served. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | Free |
| Usage: | Light |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Closest Towns: | Truckee, CA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (2) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | No services. Pack it in, Pack it out. No potable water. Filter from creek. |
General Information
General Notes:Elevation: 6500
Pack-in/pack-out (no garbage receptacles)
Number of sites: 10
Parking:
Yes
Activities
Mountain Biking
Campground Camping
There are 10 undeveloped campsites at this facility. There are vault toilets. The only water source is creek water - purify before drinking.
| No. of Sites | 10 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
Scenic Driving
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Not suitable for large RVs |
|---|---|
| Drinking water: | Creek water - filter before drinking |
Highlights
Location
