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Logger Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Logger Campground sits on Stampede Reservoir on the Tahoe National Forest, 30 minutes from Truckee, Calif. This large campground offers over 240 single, double and triple-family sites. Sites are in a sage and pine forest on small hills above Stampede Reservoir. All sites are within walking distance to the reservoir. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, along with accessible vault toilets and drinking water. Firewood available at campground at the host site. Roads within campground are paved. Boat ramp adjacent to campground. Boat trailer parking available. Dump station adjacent to campground.
Most single family sites and group campgrounds can be reserved at www.recreation.govor (877) 444-6777.
Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the reservoir. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout and kokanee salmon. The Little Truckee River is nearby and offers some of Northern California's best fly-fishing. Special restrictions apply.
Many miles of hiking/biking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the surrounding area. Very popular Commemorative Overland Emigrant bike riding/hiking trail can be accessed by riding from campground.This trail stretches over 15 miles to the west, ending near Donner Picnic area where you can take a short walk on the interpretative trail learning about the trials of the early pioneers. This trail can be very busy on weekends.
OHV Trail Access: Non-street legal OHVs must be trailered from the campground to the OHV trails.
No camping or campfires allowed outside of developed campgrounds.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Expect full campgrounds unless you have a reservation. ALERT ! Black bears have been frequenting the area. For your safety, keep a clean campsite, store food in a secure container, and dispose of trash properly. No Bear Lockers at campground. |
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| Reservations: | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line www.recreation.gov |
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| Fees: | $23/Night for single site, $49/Night for Double site $75.00/Night for Triple site |
| Open Season: | May 27 - October 10 |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | OHV Trail Access: Non-street legal OHVs must be trailered from the campground to the OHV trails. No camping or campfires allowed outside of developed campgrounds. |
| Closest Towns: | Truckee, CA |
| Water: | Potable water |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Accessibility:Vault toilets and several campsites
General Notes:
Activities
Mountain Biking
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 252 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov |
| No. of Accessible sites | Restrooms and several campsites. |