Your national forests and grasslands are 193 million acres of vast, scenic beauty waiting for you to discover. Visitors who choose to recreate on these public lands find more than 150,000 miles of trails, 10,000 developed recreation sites, 57,000 miles of streams, 122 alpine ski areas, 338,000 heritage sites, and specially designated sites that include 9,100 miles of byways, 22 recreation areas, 11 scenic areas, 439 wilderness areas, 122 wild and scenic rivers, nine monuments, and one preserve. And remember, “It’s All Yours.”
Displaying 1 - 25 of 84Poppy Campground
Poppy Campground is located on the north west shore of French Meadows Reservoir in a coniferous forest. Campground is in close proximity to the Granite Chief Wilderness. Campground is accessible by boat or trail only.
White Cloud Campground
White Cloud Campground is located right off of Hwy 20 in a nice wooded area. Scotts Flat Resevoir is 6 miles from White Cloud Campsite. Adjacent to the campground is Pioneer Trail used by hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Campground is available for both RV and tent camping (however, there are NO RV hookups or amenities, size restrictions on RV may apply).
Boca Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Boca Campground is located on Boca Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, 15 minutes from Truckee, California. The campground is situated on a peninsula above the western shore of Boca Reservoir. Mature Jeffrey pine and fir trees provide some shade…
Highway 89, South
The recreation information for the Tahoe National Forest is primarily provided by travel corridor. The main travel corridors are: Interstate 80, Highway 49, Highway 20, Highway 89 (North and South), Foresthill Divide Road, Mosquito Ridge Road, Bowman Road, Marysville Road, and Gold Lakes Road.
Highway 89Highway 89 starts its journey through the Tahoe National Forest near Tahoe City on…
Sagehen Creek Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Sagehen Creek Campground is a remote, rustic campground along Sagehen Creek approximately seven miles west of Highway 89 North. Much of the access road is unpaved. It is adjacent to a beautiful meadow with shade provided by lodgepole pine.…
Meadow Lake Campground
Meadow Lake Campground contains 15 rustic campsites with tables, grills and vault toilets. Small trailers and campers can be accomodated. Access to the Fordyce Jeep Trail is nearby. There are an additional 10 campsites at the Meadow Lake Shoreline Campground. This reservoir is a recreational facility maintained and operated by Pacific Gas and Electrical Co. (PG&E)
Salmon Creek Campground
Salmon Creek is located two miles north of Bassetts on the Gold Lake Highway near Salmon Creek, there are 31 campsites- 7 of them have space for trailers. It has vault toilets and piped water. Salmon Creek Campground is surrounded by lodgepole pine and cedar trees. This area offers an abundance of beautiful high mountain lakes with a variety of accessibility along with scenic rugged geological features of granitic…
Stampede Reservoir - Water Recreation
Stampede reservoir is a popular spot for water recreation of all kinds. Fishing, motorized boat and personal watercraft use, and water skiing. Kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing when the water is calm (morning and evening). Swimming and fishing too. Ice fishing during winter depending on conditions.
Single family site and group camping in developed campgrounds on the south shore of Stampede Reservoir. Captain…
Robinson Flat Campground
Robinson Flat Campground is a remote campground under stately pines and firs near a beautiful meadow and stream. The campground is the last stop of the Foresthill Divide Road Driving Tour.
7 family sites and 7 equestrian sites located 27 miles northeast of Foresthill at an elevation of 6,800 feet. This campground has vault toilets and a hand pump well nearby. There is no trash removal service so pack out what…
Hampshire Rocks Campground
Hampshire Rocks Campground offers easy access from I-80 surrounded by mixed conifers, aspen, and dogwood. Enjoy swimming and fishing on the South Yuba River. Freeway noise can be heard. Campground is available for both RV and tent camping (however, there are NO RV hookups or amenities, size restrictions on RV may apply).
Boyington Mill Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Boyington Mill Campground is located between, and adjacent to, the Little Truckee River and County Road 894. The campground itself is very open with little vegetation, very limited shade and closely situated sites. The campground offers single-…
Bowman Road
The recreation information for the Tahoe National Forest is primarily provided by travel corridor. The main travel corridors are: Interstate 80, Highway 49, Highway 20, Highway 89 (North and South), Foresthill Divide Road, Mosquito Ridge Road, Bowman Road, Marysville Road, and Gold Lakes Road.
Bowman RoadThe Bowman Road begins at Hwy 20 and travels north through a highly granitic and scenic…
Lindsey Lake Campground
Primitive campground, with 12 campsites, vault toilets, and no trash service Located near Lindsey Lake, 12 miles north of Highway 20. Great hiking, fishing and swimming. Low clearance vehicles are not advised.
Diablo Campground
Elevation 5800, Diablo Campground is located in the Packer Lake area near the Sierra Buttes, in northern California. It is north of the Yuba River and next to Packer Creek. 19 designated campsites with room for trailer and tent camping. Vault toilets and stream water source-purify before drinking.
Sierra Campground
Sierra Campground is located seven miles north east of Sierra City on the North Yuba River along Hwy 49. There are 16 campsites, vault toilets and river water source-purify before drinking.The campground overlooks the river and is surrounded by fir trees.
Cottage Creek Campground
A new campground with all new amenities located 1/4 Mile from Emerald Cove Marina at Bullards Bar Reservoir. It has 7 double sites and 2 triple sites with a beautiful view of the Bullards Bar Reservoir.
Big Reservoir Campground
Big Reservoir Campground (also known as Morning Star Campground) is located outside of Foresthill at Big Reservoir (Morning Star).
For reservations at Morning Star campground call: (530) 346-3028
Indian Springs Campground
Indian Springs Campground offers easy access from I-80 in pretty wooded area on the South Yuba River. Freeway noise can be heard. Swimmers should use caution in early summer when water levels are high and swift. Campsites have paved parking, vault toilets, potable water and limited space for small trailers.
Boca Rest Campground
**Please read the Forest Order (linked HERE) for Camping & Campfire Restrictions**
Boca Rest Campground is located adjacent to Boca Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, 15 minutes from Truckee, California. The campground is situated on the northeastern shores of the Boca Reservoir, near where the reservoir meets the Little…
Marysville Road
The recreation information for the Tahoe National Forest is primarily provided by travel corridor. The main travel corridors are: Interstate 80, Highway 49, Highway 20, Highway 89 (North and South), Foresthill Divide Road, Mosquito Ridge Road, Bowman Road, Marysville Road, and Gold Lakes Road.
Marysville RoadThe Marysville Road leaves Hwy 49 and travels west providing access to Bullards…
Frenchy Point Campground
Located on Bullards Bar Reservoir, boat in only access. It is used as an over flow campground. There are campsites, but no bathrooms.
Garden Point Campground
Garden Point Campground is a boat-in only campground located on beautiful Bullard's Bar Reservoir. There are 16 campsites- 12 single family sites and 4 double family sites and vault toilets. Bullard’s Bar Reservoir provides yearlong fishing opportunities for an array of fish. This is a great place for swimming, boating, and water skiing.
Chapman Creek Campground
Chapman Creek Campground is located on the North Yuba River along Hwy 49 eight miles north east of Sierra City. There are 27 campsites with piped water and vault toilets.The campground overlooks Chapman Creek and a small meadow. It is surrounded by a forest of lodgepole pines.
Jackson Creek Campground
Jackson Creek Campground has 14 campsites with tables, bear proof food lockers, vault toilets and parking. There is no trash service. Jackson Creek Campground is located on the edge of Jackson Creek in a mixed conifer forest. Very remote campground with limited services. Road is very rough, rocky, and narrow.
North Fork Campground
North Fork Campground is located near a beautiful creek in a remote location. It is shaded by cedar, pine, and fir trees and is a pleasant escape. There is a great swimming hole at the end of the campground.