Can you reserve a site at Pass Creek Campground?

Yes, Pass Creek Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Pass Creek Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Pass Creek Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Pass Creek Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Pass Creek Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Pass Creek Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Pass Creek Campground, California — 30 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Pass Creek Campground is located on scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting.
Pass Creek Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Jackson Meadow Reservoir 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.

A portion of the Pacific Crest Trail meanders along the east side of the lake. Hunting and biking are popular activities in the surrounding area.

Facilities

The campground offers several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Flushing and Vault toilets and drinking water are 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 in a dense forest of pine and fir trees.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 994-3401.

Nearby Attractions

Grouse Ridge Non-Motorized area, Bowman corridor lakes, camping, and hiking. PCT access on the east side of the lake.

The facts

Season: August 1 – October 13 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
30 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND

Site types

30 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

30 campsites at Pass Creek Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	42 ft	6	🐾
002	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	36 ft	6	🐾
003	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	33 ft	6	🐾
004	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	6	🐾
005	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	22 ft	6	🐾
006	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	6	🐾
007	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	31 ft	6	🐾
008	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	6	🐾
009	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	6	🐾
010	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	23 ft	6	🐾
011	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	41 ft	6	🐾
012	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	37 ft	6	🐾
013	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	31 ft	6	🐾
014	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	39 ft	6	🐾
015	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	6	🐾
016	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	41 ft	6	🐾
017	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	6	🐾
018	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	23 ft	6	🐾
019	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	6	🐾
020	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	26 ft	6	🐾
021	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	21 ft	6	🐾
022	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	6	🐾
023	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	18 ft	6	🐾
024	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	24 ft	6	🐾
025	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	6	🐾
026	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	6	🐾
027	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	6	🐾
028	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	43 ft	6	🐾
029	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	22 ft	6	🐾
030	AREA PASS CREEK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn at the Pass Creek Campground sign.

39.50407, -120.53438 · 39°30'14.6"N 120°32'3.8"W

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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 Pass Creek Campground

Can you reserve a site at Pass Creek Campground?: Yes, Pass Creek Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Pass Creek Campground have?: 30 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Pass Creek Campground?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Pass Creek Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Pass Creek Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Pass Creek Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Pass Creek Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$24 per site $5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

All camping must be in designated campsites in Jackson Meadow Recreation Area. Bears frequent the area, all food must be kept in approved containers. Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time all campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

Accessibility:

Restrooms, selected campsites and drinking water

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Pass Creek Campground

East Meadow Campground 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Little Lasier Meadows Campground 1.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Woodcamp Campground 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Fir Top Campground 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Findley Campground 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Wild Plum 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Jackson Meadow Reservoir 1.1 mi · Facility
Jackson Creek Campground 4.8 mi · Campground
Bowman Campground 5.2 mi · Campground
Canyon Creek Campground 5.2 mi · Campground
Faucherie Group Campground 5.6 mi · Facility
Meadow Lake Shoreline Campground 6.4 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 530-265-8861
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Pass Creek Campground