Lower Little Truckee
Closed — Closed for the winter season. Typically operates late May through early October with reservations available through Recreation.gov.
PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres
Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Dec. 1, 2025 - Feb. 28, 2026 Location: Forest Service Rd. 19 between Fulda Creek and North Fork Campground, County Rd. 6001K between Casa Loma recreation cabins and Euchre Bar Trailhead
North Yuba Trail Closure
Forest Service Trail 9E06 (North Yuba Trail) between the Mountain House Road (County Rd 300) and Ramshorn is closed.
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 Ranger
Rattlesnake Road Closure
The purpose of this closure is to provide for public safety along the closed roads in light of their proximity to the Lake Fordyce Dam during dam reconstruction activities.
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.
Cabin Creek Sale Closure
To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.
Sand Pond Trail Boardwalk Closure
The Sand Pond Interpretive Trail is partially closed for visitor safety per Forest Order 17-24-17.
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
Lower Little Truckee Campground is located along the Little Truckee River on Highway 89, approximately 11 miles north of Truckee. Situated at 6,100 feet elevation, the campground features 15 single-family campsites nestled among lodgepole pine, aspen, and juniper trees that provide partial shade. Several sites offer river views. The Little Truckee River provides excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow and brown trout. The surrounding area offers access to hiking and mountain biking trails. Bears are active in the area, and all food must be stored in approved bear-resistant containers. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground. The town of Truckee is just 10 minutes south and offers full amenities including restaurants, lodging, and supplies. Lake Tahoe is 30 minutes away. Other nearby attractions include Stampede Reservoir, Sardine Lakes in the Lakes Basin, and numerous trails for hiking, mountain biking, and OHV use in designated areas.
Directions
From Interstate 80 in Truckee, take exit 188 to Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. Drive approximately 11 miles north. The campground entrance is on the left side of the highway along the Little Truckee River.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 994-3401 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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