Washoe Lake State Park Campground
Open year-round. Reservations available via Reserve Nevada 3 days to 11 months in advance. Stay limit is 7 days per 30-day period.
Fire Weather Watch issued October 8 at 11:40AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent. * DURATION...3 to 6 hours. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Waves 2 to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area, and Western Nevada Basin and Range including Pyramid Lake. * WHEN...From 5 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
About
Washoe Lake State Park Campground provides a scenic basecamp between Reno and Carson City, Nevada. The campground features 49 sites across multiple loops, each equipped with a table, grill, and fire ring. Loop A offers 24 sites with water and electric hookups, accommodating RVs up to 45 feet. Some sites include shade structures for comfort during warmer months. Two comfort stations serve the campground, with one featuring showers. A dump station is available for RV waste disposal. The park is open 365 days a year and operates on the Reserve Nevada system, with reservations available 3 days to 11 months in advance. Check-in begins at 2 p.m. and checkout is by 11 a.m., with a maximum stay of 7 days per 30-day period. The surrounding park offers hiking trails, equestrian facilities, and excellent birdwatching opportunities along the lake's shores. Water sports are popular when lake levels permit. The location provides quick access to both Reno's amenities and the Sierra Nevada backcountry.
Directions
Located between Reno and Carson City on the east side of US Highway 395. Take the Eastlake Boulevard exit and follow signs to the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (775) 687-4319 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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