Lower Little Truckee

Paid or permit campsite

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Tahoe National Forest Fees: $20.00 per site $5 for extra vehicle Status: none 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 at www.recreation.gov Overview Lower Little Truckee Campground is located along the Little Truckee River on Highway 89, about 11 miles north of Truckee. Its convenient location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest. Recreation Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. The surrounding area offers hiking and biking trails. Facilities The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features The campground is situated on the banks of the Little Truckee River, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. A forest of lodgepole pine, aspen and juniper trees covers the… Getting there: From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north to Sierraville. In aproximately 11 miles turn left into the campground. Rules: Bears frequent the area; we recommend keeping food in an approved bear container or hiding all food items completely out of sight as in the trunk of a car. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. Camping outside designated campsites is… Phone: (530) 994-3401 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232907 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: B. Cooper, USFS, TNF

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