Lower Little Truckee Campground
Lower Little Truckee 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 cover the area, offering partial shade. A few sites overlook the river. Fishing for rainbow and brown trout is a popular activity. The surrounding area offers hiking and biking trails. This campground is maintained and operated by the Sierraville Ranger District of the Tahoe National Forest.
General Information
Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Federal Recreational Lands Passes are honored on all applicable fees.
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. Camping outside designated campsites is prohibited in this area.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per night
$20.00 per site
$5 for extra vehicle
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.485675
Longitude: -120.237039
Directions
From Sierraville: Drive 12 miles south on Hwy 89. Campground is located on the right and is along the Little Truckee River.
From Truckee: Drive 12 miles north on Hwy 89. Campground is located on the left and is along the Little Truckee River.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
