Boca Campground
Campground · California · 23 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 23
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 5,666 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Boca Campground is located on a plateau above the shores of beautiful Boca Reservoir, 15 minutes northeast of Truckee, California. Visitors enjoy the area for its boating, swimming, and fishing opportunities. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.
Recreation
Boca Reservoir is a popular location for boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing. A boat ramp is located less than a mile from the campground. The Little Truckee River is nearby and offers some of Northern California's best catch-and-release fly-fishing. The surrounding area offers hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails. Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail showcases the boom and bust of the historic town of Boca as it transitioned from a construction camp for the Central Pacific Railroad to the Boca Mill and Ice Company and later to the Boca Brewery. It is located between Boca Dam and the railroad tracks.Facilities
The campground offers single-family sites, a few of which are designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no drinking water available.Natural Features
The campground is located on a peninsula along the western shore of Boca Reservoir. Stands of mature Jeffrey pine and fir trees provide some shaded sites in this open campground overlooking the reservoir.Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (530) 606-3978 for general information.Nearby Attractions
Truckee, 15 minutes away, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Stampede Reservoir is 12 miles north, where boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities available. Lake Tahoe is conveniently located just 25 minutes away. Tahoe offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities in the area 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.The facts
- Season: May 24 – October 14 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 23 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: BOCA CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 20 Standard Nonelectric
- 3 Walk To
Amenities
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed.
23 campsites at Boca Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 004 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 022 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Walk To | — | — | Hike In | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 024 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | BOCA CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Drive In | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Interstate 80, take Hirschdale Road exit ( exit 194) and proceed north on Hirschdale Road for one mile. Turn left onto Boca Dam Reservoir Road and proceed west for .6 miles. After the dam bear right on to Boca road for .6 miles. Boca campground in on the right. 12927 Boca Road, Truckee, CA 96161
39.39417, -120.10556 · 39°23'39.0"N 120°6'20.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 44 | 46 | 52 | 58 | 67 | 77 | 86 | 85 | 79 | 67 | 54 | 43 |
| Low °F | 13 | 15 | 21 | 25 | 31 | 35 | 39 | 37 | 31 | 25 | 20 | 15 |
| Precip in | 3.9 | 3.6 | 2.9 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 1.3 | 2.0 | 4.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Boca Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Boca Campground?
- Yes, Boca Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Boca Campground have?
- 23 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Boca Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Boca Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Boca Campground.
Also listed by
Boca Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Boca Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $20 per site
Restrictions:
- OHV must be trailered to designated trailheas.
Accessibility:
- Restrooms and "rustic" campsites. Access from vehicle to campsite may require assistance.
Camping near Boca Campground
- Boca Rest Campground 2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Boca Spring 2.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Prosser Ranch Group 2.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Boyington Mill 3.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Prosser Family 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lakeside (Truckee) 3.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Logger Campground 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Boca Reservoir - Water Recreation 0.3 mi · Facility
- Smithneck Creek 2.2 mi · Facility
- Prosser Reservoir - Water Recreation 3 mi · Facility
- Prosser Pits OHV Area 4.3 mi · Facility
- Prosser Hill OHV routes. 4.3 mi · Facility
Contact
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-21.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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