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.
Red Flag Warning issued September 12 at 2:08AM PDT until September 13 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* CHANGES...None. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, Fire Weather Zone 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties. * Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph. * Humidity...RH reductions to 12 to 17 percent in the afternoon. Nighttime recoveries of 40 to 60 percent Sunday morning. * Duration...4 to 8 hours. * Impacts...The combination of strong winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Wind Advisory issued September 12 at 1:47AM PDT until September 13 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Wind prone areas along Highway 395 and Interstate 580 may gust to 65 mph at times. * WHERE...Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 2 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds will create difficult driving conditions for high profile vehicles along Highway 395 and Interstate 580. Boating conditions will be hazardous due to rough waters on area lakes, including Washoe Lake. Winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds may knock down burned trees in the Davis Fire burn area.
Lake Wind Advisory issued September 11 at 11:59AM PDT until September 11 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts to 30 to 35 mph. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Wind prone areas along I-580, US-395, and the eastern slopes of the Carson Range may gust up to 55 to 65 mph. * WHERE...For the Lake Wind Advisory, Washoe Lake. For the Wind Advisory, the Greater Reno-Carson City-Minden Area. * WHEN...For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM PDT this evening. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM Saturday to 2 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will increase Saturday morning and afternoon, with the strongest winds expected Saturday evening. Winds will very slowly decrease late Saturday night into early Sunday morning behind the cold front.
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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