Silver Creek-truckee
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from late May through mid-October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 8 at 11:44AM PST until February 11 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches above 7000 feet. At Lake Tahoe level, 3 to 6 inches, with 6 to 12 inches along and west of Highway 89. Wind gusts up to 35 mph, with gusts reaching 75 mph along the Sierra crest. Wave heights 1 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM Monday to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes, as well as the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve.
About
Silver Creek Campground is situated along the scenic Truckee River in Tahoe National Forest, offering a convenient basecamp between Truckee and Lake Tahoe. The campground is nestled in a forest of lodgepole pine and fir, with sites ranging from heavily shaded to open. Seven walk-in tent-only sites provide prime river views, while other sites are closer to Highway 89. The Truckee River provides excellent opportunities for fly-fishing rainbow trout, swimming, and tubing during summer months. The surrounding area features abundant hiking and mountain biking trails, including access to the Western States Trail, Five Lakes Trail, and the Pacific Crest Trail. The campground's central location makes it an ideal base for exploring the region, with Prosser, Boca, and Stampede Reservoirs to the north and Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south. Truckee is just 10 minutes north, offering restaurants, shopping, and services, while Lake Tahoe lies 10 minutes south with additional recreational opportunities including boating, kayaking, and scenic drives. Other nearby attractions include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, and the Prosser Pits OHV area. Highway 89 road noise is audible at some sites.
Directions
From Truckee, travel south on Highway 89 for about 8 miles. Campground is on the left at 6300 River Road.
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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 | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (530) 587-3558 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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