Boca Reservoir - Water Recreation

Area Status: Open

Boca reservoir is a popular spot for water recreation of all kinds. Heavy motorized boat and personal watercraft use, and water skiing on summer weekends. Also popular for wind surfing on the east shore. Kayaking and canoeing when the water is calm (morning and evening). Swimming and fishing too. Year round fishing. Ice fishing during winter depending on conditions.

Camping on both the east and west shores of Boca Reservoir. A boat ramp is located near Boca Campground on the southwest end of the reservoir, but may be subject to closure during low water levels.

Most single family sites and group campgrounds can be reserved at www.recreation.govor (877) 444-6777.

NO CAMPING OR CAMPFIRES ALLOWED OUTSIDE OF DEVELOPED CAMPGROUNDS.

Directions: From Truckee take Interstate 80 east for six miles to the Hirschdale exit. Go north and under I-80 for approximately one mile to Boca Reservoir.

At a Glance

Area Amenities:	Interpretive Site,Accessible,Boat ramp,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Toilets,Parking
Open Season:	April/May depending on snow conditions
Usage:	Heavy
Busiest Season:	Summer
Restrictions:	NO CAMPING OR CAMPFIRES ALLOWED OUTSIDE OF DEVELOPED CAMPGROUNDS.
Closest Towns:	Truckee, CA

Activities

Campground Camping

Lake and Pond Fishing

Ice Fishing

OHV Camping

Boating - Motorized

Boating - Non-Motorized

Swimming

Waterskiing

Windsurfing

Amenities

Interpretive Site:	Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail nearby
Camping trailer:
Tent camping:
Fee charged for some activities:
Toilets:	Vault
Parking:
Accessible:	Vault toilets, some rustic campsites, Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail nearby
Boat ramp:	Subject to closure during low water levels