Indian Creek Campground
Closed — Closed indefinitely due to extensive damage sustained in the 2021 Tamarack Fire and subsequent flooding in 2022. The campground will remain closed until the area can be made safe for public access and facilities can be rebuilt.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 15 at 12:58PM PST until February 18 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 2 to 3 feet in the Tahoe Basin, highest on the west shore, and much of Alpine County. Snow accumulations of 3 to 5 feet above 7000 feet. Winds on Tuesday gusting up to 50 mph in valleys, with Sierra ridge gusts over 100 mph. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible with periods of white out conditions. Very strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest snowfall rates will be mid-Monday morning through Monday evening, then a second wave mid-Tuesday morning through early Wednesday morning.
Avalanche Watch issued February 15 at 7:55AM PST by NWS Reno NV
AVAREV The following message is transmitted at the request of the U.S. Forest Service Sierra Avalanche Center. The Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WATCH for the following areas: NWS Reno NV - NVZ002 (Greater Lake Tahoe)...CAZ072 (Greater Lake Tahoe (CA)) * WHAT...HIGH avalanche danger is anticipated in the backcountry Monday evening, lasting through Tuesday night, and possibly into Wednesday. * WHERE...Central Sierra Nevada Mountains between Yuba Pass (Hwy 49) on the north and Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) on the south, including the greater Lake Tahoe area. This applies only to backcountry areas, not to ski areas and highways where avalanche mitigation programs exist. * WHEN...In effect from Sun 07:45 PST to Tue 05:00 PST. * IMPACTS...A powerful storm with rapidly accumulating snowfall and strong winds may cause widespread avalanche activity in the mountains. Large avalanches capable of burying or injuring people could occur in backcountry areas. * PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Very dangerous avalanche conditions could occur in the backcountry. Traveling in, near, or below backcountry avalanche terrain during HIGH avalanche danger is not recommended. Consult https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/ or www.avalanche.org for more detailed information. Similar avalanche danger may exist at locations outside the coverage area of this or any avalanche center.
About
Indian Creek Campground is nestled in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada between Woodfords and Markleeville, spread over 160 acres in a forest of ponderosa, Jeffrey, and pinyon pines. Located on the west bank of Indian Creek Reservoir at 5,600 feet elevation, the campground once provided 30 campsites including an RV/tent loop with 19 sites accommodating RVs up to 34 feet, a walk-to tent loop with 10 sites, and a group campsite for up to 40 campers. The area offers abundant recreation opportunities including fishing in the reservoir and the nearby East Fork of the Carson River, which is managed as a trophy fishery. Other activities include hiking, mountain biking, sailing, white-water rafting, and wildlife viewing. Summers are warm and dry with daytime temperatures occasionally reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit, while evenings remain cool. The surrounding landscape features waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and access to nearby attractions like the Tahoe Rim Trail, Hope Valley, and Blue Lakes.
Directions
From Woodfords, California, travel Highway 89 south approximately 4 miles to Airport Road. Turn left on Airport Road and travel another 4 miles on paved surface to the campground entrance located just south of Indian Creek Reservoir.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 34ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 34ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| acallan@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 885-6000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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