Lower Little Truckee
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 the Tahoe National Forest.
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Need to Know
- In accordance with standard industry practices, we will be assessing a $5 additional vehicle fee on the 'second vehicle' in each single family campsite, and on the 'third and fourth vehicle' in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
- Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in approved containers.
- 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. 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.
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 area, offering partial shade. A few sites overlook the river.
Nearby Attractions
The Town of Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town with Interstate highway connectivitiy including top notch restaraunts, resorts, and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes away and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Stampede Reservoir and recreation area is a 35-minute drive southeast of the campground. Sardine Lakes, within beautiful Lakes Basin, is a 40-minute drive northwest, via the Golden Chain/Highway 49. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
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.
Contact Information
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SIERRAVILLE RANGER DISTRICT 317 SOUTH LINCOLN RD(HWY 89) PO BOX 95 SIERRAVILLE CA 96126
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (530) 994-3401
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
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.
Available Campsites
- Site 003, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE, Type Standard Nonelectric
