Jackson Boat-in Campground
The campground opens seasonally based on snowpack conditions, typically late spring or early summer. The Pass Creek Boat Ramp operates Thursday through Sunday, 9:30am to 4pm during the 2026 season. Due to Golden Mussel prevention measures, motorized boats require decontamination or 30-60 day quarantine before launching; non-motorized watercraft are exempt.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Downieville Downhill Closure Order
Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.
Gauntlet Stewardship IRTC Closure
In response to unhealthy forest conditions, and the need to enhance wildland fire defense in the area, the Tahoe National Forest is treating approximately 1375 acres to the south of Highway 49 in the areas of Forest City, Pliocene Ridge, and Table Mountain. For public safety, the project area will…
Big Chief Sale Closure
This order closes forest system roads and trails within the Big Chief project area. This closure is to provide for public safety while 675 acres of forest are treated to enhance wildfire defense in the area.
Woodchopper Timber Sale Closure
Closure of the Woodchopper project area to allow for timber removal and wildfire risk reduction work.
Boca Stewardship Agreement Closure
Closure of the Boca Stewardship Agreement project area to allow for wildfire risk reduction work.
Cabin Creek Closure
Closure for the Cabin Creek Project area to allow for wildfire risk reduction work.
Rattlesnake Road Closure
Closure of Rattlesnake Road to allow for PG&E to complete the Lake Fordyce Dam Seepage Mitigation Project.
Alpine Meadows Stewardship Agreement Closure
This order closes the Alpine Meadows Project area to allow forest restoration work to take place.
Sugar Pine Roadside Fuel Break Project
Tahoe National Forest contractors are conducting fuels reduction work in the Sugar Pine Reservoir area. Contractors will be masticating ladder fuels to reduce wildfire risk adjacent to North Brimstone Rd (24) between Sugar Pine Rd and Big Reservoir Rd. There may be unexpected hazards such as flying…
Parking Restrictions
Parking or leaving a vehicle is prohibited on Tahoe National Forest where posted.
14-day Camping Occupancy Restrictions
Camping on the Tahoe National Forest is limited to 14 days in a calendar year.
PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: McNair & Quail Landings - 59 acres
Tahoe National Forest is planning to conduct a prescribed burn in the Calpine area, conditions permitting. Smoke will be visible from Calpine, Sierraville, Loyalton and surrounding areas. Smoke may settle overnight in valleys, drainages, and throughout the surrounding communities. Smoke will…
Snow Grooming Updates
Grooming operations have ceased pending new storms. Conditions are more like late April/May than March. Expect running water and thin snow coverage. Trailhead location for Little Truckee Summit staging is currently at the Perazzo turnoff. GROOMING PROGRAM: Snowmobile trail grooming is funded by…
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 RangerDistricts of the Tahoe National Forest. This Order is effective from July 1, 2025, through…
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.
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
Jackson Point Boat-in Campground sits on the east shore of Jackson Meadow Reservoir, a high-elevation lake in the Tahoe National Forest near the Sierra County border. The campground is accessible only by water, located approximately half a mile southwest of Pass Creek Boat Ramp. Part of the Pacific Crest Trail passes along the east side of the reservoir, offering hiking opportunities for those willing to explore beyond camp. This is a primitive, free campground operating on a first-come, first-served basis with around 8 sites. Facilities are minimal: vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water. Campers must either treat/filter water from the reservoir or bring an adequate supply. The remote, boat-access-only nature makes this a quiet alternative to the more developed drive-in campgrounds around the reservoir. Due to the Golden Mussel threat, all motorized and trailered boats must be decontaminated or quarantined (30-60 days) before launching at Jackson Meadows. Non-motorized watercraft including kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are exempt from these requirements and provide easier access to the campground.
Directions
From Truckee: Drive 17 miles north on Highway 89. Turn left at Little Truckee Summit onto Forest Road 7. Continue 16 miles west to Jackson Meadow Reservoir. The campground is approximately half a mile southwest of Pass Creek Boat Ramp, accessible only by boat.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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