Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
Boca reservoir is a popular spot for water recreation of all kinds. Heavy motorized boat and personal watercraft use, and water skiing on summer weekends. Also popular for wind surfing on the east shore. Kayaking and canoeing when the water is calm (morning and evening). Swimming and fishing too. Year round fishing. Ice fishing during winter depending on conditions.
Camping on both the east and west shores of Boca Reservoir. A boat ramp is located near Boca Campground on the southwest end of the reservoir, but may be subject to closure during low water levels.
Most single family sites and group campgrounds can be reserved at www.recreation.govor (877) 444-6777.
NO CAMPING OR CAMPFIRES ALLOWED OUTSIDE OF DEVELOPED CAMPGROUNDS.
Directions: From Truckee take Interstate 80 east for six miles to the Hirschdale exit. Go north and under I-80 for approximately one mile to Boca Reservoir.
39.39785, -120.10838 · 39°23'52.3"N 120°6'30.2"W
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, 1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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