East Meadow Campground
Campground · California · 44 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 44
- Bookable sites
- 48 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 12
- People per site
- 6,107 ft
- Elevation
Overview
East Meadow Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides for a great base camp, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting.
East Meadow Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Recreation
The adjacent 1,000-acre lake offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout. A boat ramp is located at Pass Creek Campground. A designated swim beach is nearby. The lake is an irrigation source, meaning its level will drop as the season progresses.A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. It is open to hiking and horseback riding and provides opportunities for viewing wildlife. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.
Facilities
The campground offers single- and double-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flushing and Vault toilets and drinking water are also provided.Natural Features
Jackson Meadow Reservoir is situated in a rolling forested valley, where visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain. The campground lies on the northeastern shore of the lake, in a forest of pine and fir trees. Some sites have a view of the lake, and boats can be moored nearby.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 994-3401.The facts
- Season: August 1 – October 13 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 44 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 48 ft
- Up to 12 people per site
- Loops: AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 44 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
44 campsites at East Meadow Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 34 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 39 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 37 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 27 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 26 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 38 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 31 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 22 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 22 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 26 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 31 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 022 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 37 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 023 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 41 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 024 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 025 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 026 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 23 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 027 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 030 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 31 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 031 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 42 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 034 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 035 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 38 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 036 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 037 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 038 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 46 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 039 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 48 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 040 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 041 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 042 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 043 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 044 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 43 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 045 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 38 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 046 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 28/29 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 32 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 32/33 | AREA EAST MEADOWS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
Getting there
Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles, to the turnoff for Jackson Meadows. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn into the campground at the Pass Creek Campground sign.
39.50083, -120.53250 · 39°30'3.0"N 120°31'57.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 82°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 46 | 47 | 49 | 55 | 64 | 73 | 82 | 81 | 77 | 66 | 54 | 45 |
| Low °F | 29 | 28 | 30 | 33 | 40 | 47 | 54 | 54 | 51 | 42 | 34 | 29 |
| Precip in | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.3 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 East Meadow Campground
- Can you reserve a site at East Meadow Campground?
- Yes, East Meadow Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does East Meadow Campground have?
- 44 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at East Meadow Campground?
- 48 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at East Meadow Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at East Meadow Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at East Meadow Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at East Meadow Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
East Meadow Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by East Meadow Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $24 for single site $48 for double site $5 extra vehicle charge per vehicle per night, after first vehicle for single sites and after second vehicle for double sites
Restrictions:
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground.
Accessibility:
- Restrooms and a limited number of campsites. Access from vehicle to campsite requires assistance.
Camping near East Meadow Campground
- Pass Creek Campground 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Little Lasier Meadows Campground 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Woodcamp Campground 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fir Top Campground 1.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Findley Campground 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wild Plum 5.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Jackson Meadow Reservoir 1.3 mi · Facility
- Jackson Creek Campground 4.7 mi · Campground
- Canyon Creek Campground 5.1 mi · Campground
- Bowman Campground 5.1 mi · Campground
- Faucherie Group Campground 5.4 mi · Facility
- Meadow Lake Shoreline Campground 6.1 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 530-265-8861
- Book Recreation.gov
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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