Reservoir from Boca Rest Campground

Boca Rest Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. Open May 24 through October 14. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres

Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Dec. 1, 2025 - Feb. 28, 2026 Location: Forest Service Rd. 19 between Fulda Creek and North Fork Campground, County Rd. 6001K between Casa Loma recreation cabins and Euchre Bar Trailhead

North Yuba Trail Closure

Forest Service Trail 9E06 (North Yuba Trail) between the Mountain House Road (County Rd 300) and Ramshorn is closed.

Sierraville Ranger District Trail Closure

Forest Trail 16E87 (Boca-Loyalton Trail) is closed for public health and safety.

Camping and Campfire Restrictions-Truckee and Sierraville Districts

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety and toprotect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Truckee and Sierraville Ranger

Rattlesnake Road Closure

The purpose of this closure is to provide for public safety along the closed roads in light of their proximity to the Lake Fordyce Dam during dam reconstruction activities.

Highway 20 Area Camping Restrictions

To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.

Cabin Creek Sale Closure

To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.

Sand Pond Trail Boardwalk Closure

The Sand Pond Interpretive Trail is partially closed for visitor safety per Forest Order 17-24-17.

Yuba Pass and Sierra Campground Closures

Yuba Pass Campground and Sierra Campground are closed.

14-day Camping Occupancy Restrictions

Camping on the Tahoe National Forest is limited to 14 days in a calendar year.

Hoke Valley- Forest Road 860-07 (17E11 Trail) Closed

Forest Road 860 -01 (17E11 Trail) in the Hoke Valley area has been closed to allow for Hoke Valley Meadow restoration.

About

Boca Rest Campground is located along the northeastern shores of Boca Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, approximately 20 minutes from Truckee, California. The campground offers 39 well-spaced sites, with several located directly along the waterfront. The landscape is characterized by open areas dotted with sagebrush and scattered pines, providing minimal shade. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring with BBQ grate, and bear locker. Boca Reservoir spans over 900 acres and is a popular destination for boating, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. An unimproved boat launching area is located due south of the campground, while a developed boat ramp is available on the west shore. The nearby Little Truckee River offers catch-and-release fly-fishing opportunities. The campground provides direct access to designated OHV routes, making it popular with off-highway vehicle enthusiasts. Other nearby attractions include the Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, which showcases the history of the boom-and-bust town of Boca, and Stampede Reservoir, located 9 miles north. Lake Tahoe is 30 minutes away, offering additional recreational opportunities. The campground operates seasonally and provides vault toilets, but potable water is not available, so campers should bring their own drinking water.

Directions

From I-80, take the Hirschdale exit. Drive north on Hirschdale Road approximately 3 miles to the campground.

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Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups No
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $20

Vehicle

Max RV Length 45ft
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (530) 587-3558

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

Reservoir from Boca Rest Campground
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