Lakeside
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from late May through mid-October. Water system is non-functioning; campers should bring their own drinking water.
Downieville Downhill Closure Order
Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.
Castle Peak Avalanche Closure Termination
A closure order restricting public access to national forest lands in the Castle Peak area was terminated on Feb. 23, 2026.
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
Tahoe National Forest has lifted the Castle Peak Avalanche Closure. The area was closed for public safety and to support search and rescue operations following an avalanche that occurred on Feb. 17. All victims have now been recovered. Individuals that choose to enter the area are encouraged to…
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
Lakeside Campground is situated on the picturesque northwest shore of Prosser Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, just 10 minutes north of Truckee. The campground features 30 single-family campsites in an open area with scattered lodgepole pine and fir trees. Some sites have limited shade while others are in full sun, and many offer views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains. Water's edge sites may be available depending on reservoir levels. Prosser Reservoir is a popular destination for water recreation including canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and fishing. Hand-off boat launching is possible directly from the campground depending on water levels, and a concrete boat ramp with trailer parking is located less than a mile away at Prosser Ranch Group Campground. Power boating is permitted but limited to 10-mph. Year-round fishing is available, with ice fishing possible in winter conditions. The surrounding area offers abundant recreational opportunities beyond water sports. The Commemorative Overland Emigrant Trail for hiking and mountain biking can be accessed directly from the campground. OHV enthusiasts can reach the Prosser OHV staging area approximately two miles west across Highway 89, providing access to Prosser Hill Motorcycle trail and the Prosser Hill and Sagehen Hills OHV trail systems. Designated OHV routes are accessible from the campground for ingress and egress only. Other nearby attractions include Boca Reservoir, Donner Camp Historic Site, Stampede Reservoir, and downtown Truckee with its restaurants, shops, and historic sites.
Directions
From Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In approximately 4 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Area. In one mile the campground will be on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 587-3558 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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