Prosser Family

Campground · California · 29 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Tahoe National Forest (NF) · Open Access

29
Bookable sites
60 ft
Max rig length
up to 6
People per site
5,828 ft
Elevation
Prosser Family Campground
Photo: USDA Forest Service · Recreation.gov

Overview

Prosser Family Campground is located on the picturesque Prosser Reservoir within the Tahoe National Forest, 10 minutes north of Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its many recreational opportunities such as boating, canoeing, paddling, fishing, and abundant hiking, biking, and off-road trails. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Recreation

Prosser Reservoir is a popular location for canoeing, swimming and fishing. Power boating is allowed but a 10-mph speed limit is enforced. A boat ramp is located a half-mile away near Prosser Ranch Group Campground. The surrounding area offers many hiking, biking, horseback riding and off-road vehicle trails.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family campsites with large parking spurs. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets are provided.

Natural Features

The campground is situated within walking distance of the western shore of the reservoir. A scenic forest of Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area, while sagebrush dots the forest floor. Some sites have views of the reservoir and the surrounding mountains can be seen through the trees.

Nearby Attractions

Boca Reservoir is 30 minutes east of the campground, offering additional boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing opportunities. Truckee, 10 minutes south, offers all the amenities of a year round recreational mountain town including interstate highway connectivity, top notch restaraunts, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 30 minutes south and offers excellent boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities, as well as dining, shopping and lodging options. Other recreational opportunities include Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail, Stampede Reservoir Recreation Area, Prosser Pits OHV area, Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, 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

  • Season: May 27 – October 10 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 29 bookable sites
  • 30 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 60 ft
  • Up to 6 people per site
  • Loops: AREA PROSSER FAMILY, S&P

Site types

  • 29 Standard Nonelectric
  • 1 Management

Amenities

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

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

Book on Recreation.gov

30 campsites at Prosser Family

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
002AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
003AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
004AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
005AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
006AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
007AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
008AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
009AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
010AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
011AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
012AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
013AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
014AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
015AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel20 ft6 🐾
016AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
017AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
018AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
019AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
020AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
021AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
022AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
023AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
024AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
025AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft6 🐾
026AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
027AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
028AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
029AREA PROSSER FAMILYStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾
Single, S&PS&PManagementBack InGravel40 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From either east bound or west bound Interstate 80 in Truckee take exit 188, Highway 89 north toward Sierraville. In aproximately 3.5 miles turn right at the sign for Prosser Recreation Sites. In about 1 mile, you will pass Lakeside Campground. In another half mile, Prosser Family Campground will be on the left. 13453 Old Highway 89, Truckee, CA 96161

39.37765, -120.16251 · 39°22'39.5"N 120°9'45.1"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F424550556475848476655141
Low °F161821253136414034282115
Precip in5.75.14.52.11.50.60.30.50.61.82.85.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.1 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 Prosser Family

Can you reserve a site at Prosser Family?
Yes, Prosser Family is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Prosser Family have?
30 sites in total, of which 29 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Prosser Family?
60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Prosser Family?
Yes, pets are allowed at Prosser Family.
Are campfires allowed at Prosser Family?
Campfires are allowed at Prosser Family. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • $20 per site $5 for extra vehicle

Restrictions:

  • No camping or campfires allowed outside of developed campgrounds. Speed limitations for boats. OHV Trail Access: Non-street legal OHVs must be trailered from the campground to the OHV trails.

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

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