Robinson Flat Campground

Closed — Currently closed for winter. The campground typically closes seasonally due to snow at its 6,800-foot elevation.

National Forest System Roads

Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads

Snow Grooming Updates

GROOMING PROGRAM: Snowmobile trail grooming is funded by the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) division winter program.

PRESCRIBED FIRE NOTICE: Nyack - 200 acres

Total acreage: 200 Ignition dates: Jan. 14 - Feb. 28, 2026 (tentative, weather dependent)

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

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.

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

Robinson Flat Campground sits at 6,800 feet elevation in the Tahoe National Forest, serving as the terminus of the Foresthill Divide Road. This remote campground features 14 total sites split between 7 family sites and 7 equestrian sites, positioned near a scenic meadow and stream under a canopy of pines and firs. The campground is situated on the historic Western States Trail and provides access to Little Bald Mountain Trail, making it popular with equestrians and hikers exploring the high Sierra backcountry. The road to Robinson Flat is 27 miles of narrow, winding pavement from Foresthill, ending where the pavement stops at the campground. Due to the challenging access road, trailers are not recommended. Amenities are basic: vault toilets and a hand pump well for drinking water are available, but there is no trash service, so visitors must pack out everything they bring in. Cell phone service is limited to the road intersection near the campground. No fees are charged for camping at this site. The campground's remote location and light usage level make it ideal for those seeking solitude in the high Sierra.

Directions

From I-80, take the Foresthill exit and drive on Foresthill Road for 15 miles to the Forest Service Ranger Station just before the town of Foresthill. Continue on Foresthill Road for 27 miles until the pavement ends at Robinson Flat.

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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 $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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