Indian Springs

About

Indian Springs Campground is located in the Tahoe National Forest along Interstate 80, about three miles west of Big Bend and 23 miles west of Truckee. The campground occupies the north bank of the South Yuba River at 5,600 feet elevation, shaded by mature cedar and pine trees. A popular swimming hole sits alongside the campground, and the river offers rainbow trout fishing. The Indian Springs OHV Staging Area is adjacent to the campground, providing access to many off-highway vehicle trails including the popular Fordyce 4x4 jeep trail. The historic California Emigrant Trail passes nearby. Additional recreation includes hiking, biking, and access to Donner Lake (19 miles east via I-80 and historic Route 40). The campground has 35 sites including standard nonelectric sites and walk-to tent-only sites. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets and potable water available. The campground accommodates small trailers but has limited space for larger RVs. Freeway noise from I-80 is audible throughout the campground.

Directions

From I-80 eastbound or westbound, take exit 164 for Eagle Lakes Road. Turn north onto Eagle Lakes Road, follow as it turns west, and turn left into the campground (approximately 0.5 miles from the exit).