Woodcamp Campground

About

Woodcamp Campground occupies a forested setting of pine and fir trees along the western shore of Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. The reservoir sits in a rolling forested valley with views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. All 20 single-family campsites include a picnic table and campfire ring, with flush and vault toilets and drinking water available in the campground. The Woodcamp Recreation Area provides excellent access to water-based recreation. The reservoir supports rainbow and brown trout fishing, and a boat ramp and designated swim beach are located within the recreation area. Note that motorized boats are currently prohibited due to Golden Mussel prevention protocols; non-motorized watercraft including kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are permitted. A half-mile interpretive nature trail winds through the campground, and a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail runs along the east side of the lake. The surrounding area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, and hunting. The Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized Area and Bowman corridor lakes provide additional recreation nearby.

Directions

From Interstate 80, exit onto Highway 89 in Truckee. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west for 18 miles to Jackson Meadow Reservoir. Cross over the dam and continue to the junction. Turn left and continue to the Woodcamp Recreation Area. Do not rely on GPS; follow posted directions.