Findley Campground
Findley Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. The location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, makes a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities found in the surrounding area, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting.
Findley Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flushing toilets and drinking water are provided.
Notifications and Alerts
Extra vehicles can now be paid for when making your reservation! Just use the add-on feature in Recreation.gov and display receipt upon arrival.
Depending on access upon snowmelt, hazard tree removal needs, and the water system we will do everything we can to open as soon as possible but we are approaching this coming season with a bit of caution to avoid having to cancel reservations.
Need to Know
One vehicle included with reservation. Additional vehicle fee cost is $5/each per night for all vehicles. All operable, highway legal vehicles must pay extra vehicle fee, excluding the single vehicle included with the reservation. Please make payment at fee tube near campground entrance if not paid online.
Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers.
Utility hookups, showers, telephones and cell phone service is not available at 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. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Sierraville Ranger District (530) 994-3401 (voice), (530) 994-3521 (TDD).
Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- Please follow directions to the campground as listed; do not rely on your GPS.
Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.
6 people and 2 dogs maximum per single site. Dogs shall always be kept on leash no longer than six feet or otherwise confined. Violation notices WILL be issued for non-compliance.
Natural Features
Jackson Meadow Reservoir is situated in a rolling forested valley, where visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. The campground lies on the western shore of the lake, in a forest of pine and fir trees.
Recreation
The reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp and designated swim beach are located within the Woodcamp Recreation Area.
A half-mile interpretive nature trail wanders through adjacent Woodcamp Campground. A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.
Contact Information
Mailing
SIERRAVILLE RANGER DISTRICT 317 SOUTH LINCOLN ST (HWY 89) PO BOX 95 SIERRAVILLE CA 96126
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 530-265-8861
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles, to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles, to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Proceed across the dam and continue on a paved/gravel road for approximately four miles. Turn left at the Woodcamp Recreation Area sign and proceed to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 011, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA FINDLEY CAMPGROUND, Type Standard Nonelectric
