Prosser Family
PROSSER FAMILY
Part of Tahoe National Forest
Overview
Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its many recreational opportunities such as boating, canoeing, paddeling, fishing, and abundant hiking, biking, and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites with large parking spurs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated within walking distance of the western shore of the reservoir. A scenic forest of Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area, while sagebrush dots the forest floor. Some sites have views of the reservoir and the surrounding mountains can be seen through the trees.
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 a half-mile away near Prosser Ranch Group Campground. The surrounding area offers many hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails.
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 connectivity, 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 Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.
Important Notices
Bears frequent the area; all food must be kept in appropriate containers. Bear lockers dimensions are 48" wide x 28" deep x 35" tall. Please plan food storage containers accordingly.
- Off-highway vehicles must be trailered to and from designated OHV routes. Recreational riding is not allowed in the campground
- Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest
- 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 Truckee Ranger District (530) 587-3558 (voice), (530) 587-6907 (TDD).
- 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.
- Firewood available from the campground host (subject to availability).
6 people and 2 dogs maximum per site. Dogs shall always be kept on leash no longer than six feet or otherwise confined. Violation notices WILL be issued for non-compliance.
Water will not be available at this facility for the 2024 season. Please plan accordingly when making reservation and planning arrival.
Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.
Available Activities
- Swimming - Swimming
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
- Canoeing - Canoeing
- Biking - Biking
- Water Access - Water Access
- Kayaking - Kayaking
Directions
<p>From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In aproximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites. In about 1 mile, you will pass Lakeside Campground. In another half mile, Prosser Family Campground will be on the left. 13453 Old Highway 89, Truckee, CA 96161</p>
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 027, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop AREA PROSSER FAMILY, Type Standard Nonelectric
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