Can you reserve a site at Lower Little Truckee?

Yes, Lower Little Truckee is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Lower Little Truckee?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lower Little Truckee?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Little Truckee.

Are campfires allowed at Lower Little Truckee?

Campfires are allowed at Lower Little Truckee. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Lower Little Truckee, California — 15 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Lower Little Truckee Campground is located along the Little Truckee River on Highway 89, about 11 miles north of Truckee. Its convenient location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a popular activity enjoyed by visitors to the area. The surrounding area offers hiking and biking trails.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of the Little Truckee River, at an elevation of 6,100 feet. A forest of lodgepole pine, aspen and juniper trees covers the area, offering partial shade. A few sites overlook the river.

Nearby Attractions

The Town of Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town with Interstate highway connectivitiy including top notch restaraunts, resorts, and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes away and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Stampede Reservoir and recreation area is a 35-minute drive southeast of the campground. Sardine Lakes, within beautiful Lakes Basin, is a 40-minute drive northwest, via the Golden Chain/Highway 49. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

Contact Info

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

The facts

15 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE

Site types

15 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

15 campsites at Lower Little Truckee

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
001	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	6	🐾
002	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	6	🐾
003	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	30 ft	6	🐾
004	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	20 ft	6	🐾
005	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	20 ft	6	🐾
006	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	35 ft	6	🐾
007	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	40 ft	6	🐾
008	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	6	🐾
009	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	6	🐾
010	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	30 ft	6	🐾
011	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	6	🐾
012	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	25 ft	6	🐾
013	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	40 ft	6	🐾
014	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	6	🐾
015	LOWER LITTLE TRUCKEE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	40 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north to Sierraville. In aproximately 11 miles turn left into the campground.

39.48578, -120.23703 · 39°29'8.8"N 120°14'13.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	5.0	5.2	4.4	2.1	1.6	0.5	0.3	0.4	0.6	1.8	3.0	5.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.3 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 Lower Little Truckee

Can you reserve a site at Lower Little Truckee?: Yes, Lower Little Truckee is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lower Little Truckee have?: 15 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Lower Little Truckee?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lower Little Truckee?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Little Truckee.
Are campfires allowed at Lower Little Truckee?: Campfires are allowed at Lower Little Truckee. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$20.00 per site $5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

Bears frequent the area; we recommend keeping food in an approved bear container or hiding all food items completely out of sight as in the trunk of a car. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at wh

Accessibility:

Restrooms

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Lower Little Truckee

Upper Little Truckee 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sardine Peak Lookout 4.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cold Creek 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cottonwood Creek 6.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Logger Campground 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Emigrant Group 6.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kyburz Flat Interpretive Site 1.4 mi · Facility
Kyburz Marsh Watchable Wildlife Site 1.4 mi · Facility
Little Truckee Summit OHV/Snowmobile Staging Area 2.8 mi · Facility
Sagehen Creek Campground 3.7 mi · Campground
Bear Valley Campground 4.9 mi · Campground
Stampede Reservoir - Water Recreation 6.7 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone (530) 994-3401
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-21.

Lower Little Truckee