Prosser Family
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens May 27, 2026 and operates through October 10. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Water system is currently non-functional.
Downieville Downhill Closure Order
Closure of identified forest roads and trails for Downieville Downhill.
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.
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.
2026-27 OHV Grant Applications Notice of Public Review and Comment Opportunity
This grant cycle the Tahoe National Forest will be submitting grant applications for:Ground Operations (OHV trails and facilities maintenance)Law EnforcementEducation and Safety – Focused education at Tahoe NF OHV “Hotspots” through Forest Service personnel, Volunteer Trail Rangers and…
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. Trailhead location for Little Truckee Summit staging is being evaluated. 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…
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
Prosser Family Campground is located on the west shore of Prosser Reservoir within Tahoe National Forest, approximately 10 minutes north of Truckee. The campground offers 29 single-family campsites situated within walking distance of the reservoir's western shore. A scenic forest of Jeffrey pine and fir trees provides shade throughout the campground, while sagebrush dots the forest floor. Some sites offer filtered views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains through the trees. The reservoir is a popular destination for water-based recreation including canoeing, paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. Power boating is permitted but a 10-mph speed limit is enforced to maintain a peaceful environment. A boat ramp with trailer parking is located less than a mile from the campground at Prosser Ranch Group Campground. The area receives heavy use during the summer season. The surrounding area offers extensive recreational opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and OHV enthusiasts. The Commemorative Overland Emigrant Trail can be accessed directly from the campground. The Prosser OHV staging area is approximately two miles west across Highway 89, providing access to Prosser Hill Motorcycle Trail and the Sagehen Hills OHV trail system. Truckee is 10 minutes south with full amenities, and Lake Tahoe is 30 minutes away.
Directions
From Truckee take Highway 89 north approximately four miles north of I-80. Look for Prosser Recreation Area sign on the right. Turn right onto paved road and campground will be on the left in approximately 1.5 miles.
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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 | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 587-3558 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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