Lower Little Truckee
Closed for the winter season. The campground typically opens late May and operates through mid-October, weather permitting. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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National Forest System Roads
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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About
Lower Little Truckee Campground is located along the scenic Little Truckee River on Highway 89 in the Sierraville Ranger District of Tahoe National Forest. Situated at 6,100 feet elevation, the campground offers 15 sites nestled among lodgepole pine, aspen, and juniper trees, with some sites overlooking the river. The campground serves as an excellent base camp for anglers targeting rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River. The surrounding area also offers hiking and mountain biking trails. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets available. The Town of Truckee is just 10 minutes south with full services including restaurants, grocery stores, and gas stations. Lake Tahoe is 30 minutes away, and Stampede Reservoir recreation area is a 35-minute drive southeast. Bears frequent the area, so proper food storage is required.
Directions
From Truckee: Take Highway 89 north approximately 11 miles. The campground is on the left along the Little Truckee River. From Sierraville: Drive 12 miles south on Highway 89. The campground is on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 994-3401 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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