U.S. Forest Service · Tahoe National Forest · CA

Lakeside (Truckee)

LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)Photo · USDA Forest Service
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
43Sites
50 ftMax rig

The place

Lakeside Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest, just 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, canoeing, fishing and abundant hiking and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Prosser Reservoir is a popular location for canoeing, swimming and fishing. Power boating is allowed but a 10-mph speed limit is enforced. A boat ramp is located about a mile south of the campground near Prosser Ranch Group Campground. Keep reading

The surrounding area offers many hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails. Prosser OHV staging area is approximately two miles west, across Highway 89. Access to Prosser Hill Motorcycle trail, and Prosser Hill and Sagehen Hills OHV trail system. Access to designated OHV routes from campground. Respect other campers. OHV ingress and egress only. PLEASE HELP KEEP YOUR PUBLIC LANDS HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE, AND BEAUTIFUL Off-Highway Vehicle enthusiasts have been utilizing the Tahoe National Forest in uncharacteristically high numbers. Unfortunately, resource damage is occurring. Pease remember the following: Not all closed routes are blocked with gates or posted with ‘closed’ signs. Please consult the Motor Vehicle Use map to learn more about seasonal operation dates. Do not operate Motorized Vehicles outside of established routes. The reckless riding of a few can cause resource damage that lasts for years and leads to further restrictions for all riders. Facilities The campground offers single-family campsites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided. Natural Features The campground is situated on the northwestern shore of the reservoir, in an open area with scattered lodgepole pine and fir trees. Some sites have limited shade, while others are in full sun. Many sites have views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains. Nearby Attractions Boca Reservoir is 30 minutes east of the campground, offering additional boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivitiy, top notch restaraunts, resorts, and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (530) 606-3978 for general information.

The sites · 43

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)001standard nonelectric
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)002standard nonelectric
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)003standard nonelectric
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)004standard nonelectric
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)005standard nonelectric
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)006standard nonelectric35 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)007standard nonelectric35 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)008standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)009standard nonelectric35 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)010standard nonelectric35 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)011standard nonelectric35 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)012standard nonelectric30 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)013standard nonelectric45 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)014standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)015standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)016standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)017standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)018standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)019standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)020standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)021standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)022standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)023standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)024standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)025standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)026standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)027standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)028standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)029standard nonelectric25 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)030standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)031standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)032standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)033standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)034standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)035standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)036standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)037standard nonelectric40 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)038standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)039standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)040standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)041standard nonelectric20 ft
AREA LAKESIDE (TRUCKEE)042standard nonelectric50 ft
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Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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