Boyington Mill

Campground · California · 12 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access

12
Bookable sites
60 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
5,658 ft
Elevation
Boyington Mill Camprground
Photo: USDA Forest Service · Recreation.gov

Overview

Boyington Mill Campground is located along the Little Truckee River, just 20 minutes from Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, abundant hiking opportunities and off-road trails. Stampede and Boca reservoirs are nearby for boating and swimming. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Fly-fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the campground. The surrounding area offers hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicle trails.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no drinking water available at the site.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the Little Truckee River, which is known as one of Northern California's best catch-and-release fly-fishing streams. It is situated among sparse Jeffrey pine and fir trees and shade within the campground is limited.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (530) 606-3978 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

Boca Reservoir is a couple miles south of the campground. Stampede Reservoir is less than six miles north. Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on both scenic lakes. Lake Tahoe is located about 35 minutes from the campground and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as popular dining, shopping and lodging options. Truckee, 20 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. Other recreational opportunities include Historic Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, 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
  • 12 bookable sites
  • 13 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 60 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: AREA BOYINGTON MILL

Site types

  • 9 Standard Nonelectric
  • 3 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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13 campsites at Boyington Mill

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
002AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
003AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricParallelGravel30 ft6 🐾
004AREA BOYINGTON MILLTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel—6 🐾
005AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel50 ft6 🐾
006AREA BOYINGTON MILLTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel30 ft6 🐾
007AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel50 ft6 🐾
008AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
009AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
010AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
011AREA BOYINGTON MILLTent Only NonelectricBack InGravel50 ft6 🐾
012AREA BOYINGTON MILLStandard NonelectricParallelGravel30 ft6 🐾
013AREA BOYINGTON MILLManagementPull ThroughGravel30 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From Truckee, travel east on Highway 80 for 10 miles, to the Hirschdale Road exit. Follow Hirschdale Road approximately five miles north, to the campground. 14745 Stampede Meadows Road, Floriston, CA 96111 

39.43750, -120.09083 · 39°26'15.0"N 120°5'27.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F444652586777868579675443
Low °F131521253135393731252015
Precip in3.93.62.91.51.40.60.50.40.51.32.04.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.4 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 Boyington Mill

Can you reserve a site at Boyington Mill?
Yes, Boyington Mill is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Boyington Mill have?
13 sites in total, of which 12 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Boyington Mill?
60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Boyington Mill?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boyington Mill.
Are campfires allowed at Boyington Mill?
Campfires are allowed at Boyington Mill. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Boyington Mill also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Boyington Mill's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $20 per site $5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

  • You may stay up to 14 nights during a visit at this campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Boyington Mill

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-21.

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