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3.0 (28 reviews)

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Vinnie P.

Just completed a two day camping trip at Granite Flat! This place doesn't get enough credit. It's clean, organized and right along the river. Scott, the camp host was very organized weeks out, excited to be at work and friendly with any questions that came up. Yes the sites along the road can be loud but with a positive attitude it's still a great place. What I love most about this campground - the river! Went tubing all day never packed, absolutely clean and bathrooms were ok. Definitely not a bougie camp but definitely will be back for sure! The grounds were immaculate! Definitely good For a low key weekend. Give it a try!

Not impressed. I have so far picked up 4 bags full of other peoples dog poop, their standard for "clean" restroom is someone poked their head in and confirmed there was TP, doesn't matter it's on the TP holder or just a roll on the floor... The website says 2 vehicles can park persite, $5 per night for the second car... but that's a lie. $5 a night to park at the opposite end of the campgrounds. It should also be noted that half their campsites are (no joke) less than 50 feet from the highway. I attempted to contact the camp host less than 10 minutes after they placed a note on our car and they couldn't be bothered to answer. You get 2 stars purely because the Truckee River is lovely, but next time I'd even take the crowds of Donner Lake over this. If you are coming thru for a night and need a place to crash this would work, anything else... there's such better and more welcoming campgrounds.

View of the river behind campsite #59
Zoe B.

Just got back from 4 days of tent camping at Granite Flat. The campground was clean and well maintained. Bathrooms are vault toilets, and were well stocked and relatively clean throughout my stay. The campsite host was amazing and made sure we had everything we needed. You can tell he really cared for the campground and would often be tidying things up in the afternoons. As other reviews have mentioned, the campground it right next to the highway. I would highly recommend choosing a campground on the river side, as they are a bit further away from the street. You can still definitely hear the hum of cars going by, but the sounds of the river cover some of it up. Our site (#59) backed up to the river and we spent time swimming, tubing, and floating around every afternoon. It was quite refreshing during the peak of afternoon heat. I noticed that the sites vary widely in size. #59 has enough flat (and a bit rocky) space for one tent, but would have been a tight squeeze for two. Overall, I would recommend the campground if you are looking for a place to stay in the Truckee area (and don't mind the sound of cars passing by). It is close to a lot of day trip options (lakes, hikes, etc.) and the river running behind the campground was a huge plus.

Mike D.

Very clean campground. The grounds are very well maintained and these are the cleanest vault toilets I've even seen at any campground. Sites are level and paved. The camp host was very friendly and helpful(not Scott). And while some sites are close together, most of them along the river give you plenty of room. There are no hookups or dump station but there is potable water throughout the campground. There are places to dump close by. Road noise from Hiway 89 is loud during the day but less noticeable at night. Bring earplugs for a good nights sleep.

Dinner with a river view.
Andrea G.

I love this campground. The location is only about 1.5 miles south of the lovely town of Truckee with great restaurants, super hardware store, SaveMart groceries, and a new Grocery Outlet. Want a cold beer or firewood or forgot the eggs? You just have to drive a mile and a half to Truckee. A beautiful 12 mile drive takes you to the world famous Lake Tahoe where you will also find amazing amenities including a wonderful North Tahoe Arts gallery and store with works by local artisans. Be sure to hike the spectacular Rubicon trail which starts at the D.L. Bliss Campground. Granite Flats Campground does have the "traffic noise" and I do recommend you not stay in the sites along the road. Plan ahead or check for cancellations or go in the middle of the week so you can reserve the sites that are NOT #7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 47, 49, 51, 53, 67, or 68. If you are desperate and have strong ear plugs then be forewarned that those sites are basically the frontage road for HWY 89. hahaha. The camp host, Scott, is very dedicated and works hard many hours beyond his contracted job hours in an effort to make sure each campsite is clean for the next reservation. PLEASE people, pick up your cigarette butts, pistachio nut shells, bottle caps, dental floss, and crumpled up foil. These do not belong in the fire pit either. The hard working camp host takes pride in his work and I see him bending over picking up some campers dental floss on the ground and I am sad that some campers are not more considerate. The warning that there are bears is genuine but there are very strong and large metal bear containers provided. Keep food and scented items out of your car and tent. One of my photos is of a bear in the Granite Flat Campground in August 2020. Remember that bears don't see very well but have a keen sense of smell . . . and are smarter than you think . . . Don't sleep in your tent with marshmallow spilled on your clothes. hahaha. Enjoy your stay!

David S. Y.

I have been here since 9/17/18 - checked in a day early- left a note at the camp host door as they were not in - as I was directed by Rex.gov, that I would leave a day early. I paid for three days on a disabled vet pass $33.00, no biggee - cept I was given the impression disabled vets were free. That would not been an issue - except for the no day use, and pay as you arrive signs every where. The day use was rabid, and the over nights- no receipts hung as directed- so I paid and apparently every one else ignores the rules. To include not picking up after their dogs - I had to pick up at least 15 piles of poop upon arrival. I have yet to see one drive thru by LE or park host, it's the 19th. With that said - great site, Park was clean (mostly empty during week), rest rooms were clean and stocked and it was quiet other than traffic on 89. I assume it's the off season as it closes Oct 8th...plenty of dumpsters and bear containers. Great place to relax during off season - sites are super close so summer may be a challenge. No showers, electric or sewer hook ups - lots of shade.

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4.5
(14 reviews)
12.2 mi

Stampede Reservoir is beautiful. Albeit a little chilly even in the summer…read more Easy and wide boat ramp. So beautiful! Busy, but not overcrowded like Tahoe.

First time camping here and actually enjoyed it. It's a nice campground , close to the stampede…read morereservoir so you just walk down to the water and can swim in it, and plus the drive to this campground is so beautiful, I was mesmerized the whole drive to and from. Just a few things to remember if you decide to camp here though: 1. You can have campfires with the pit, but you will need to bring your own firewood as the camp was sold out when we went and from what we were told by other campers there, they said it was $22 for the firewood. So be prepared to bring your own. 2. It's a bit of hike to get to the water plus if you want to go somewhere more flat and you are coming from the campground you may find yourself walking far to the other side , so keep in mind what you bring and what time you decide to go down to the water 3. There are deers that you may see, even this past weekend that I went , a deer was right by our campsite and close to our tent. 4. If you are tent camping or don't have a trailer and you are to use the bathrooms here.. beware it is pretty gnarly , so when booking a site you may want to be a little away from the bathroom as it does smell pretty bad even from a distant and you will also want to bring your own TP as they always are out by the end of the day into the next morning 5. Regardless if it is summer, bring yourself a jacket and be prepared for the cold , especially if you are tent camping. It get cold here at night and early morning. I was surprised also based off of someone elses review that they said they got talked to by the camp hosts/ ranger , because when we went this camp site on the other side of us were blasting their music and partying all the way till 2am without consequences , so maybe they have became more lenient. But for those that want a quiet camp experience if you are tent camping and don't have a trailer or camper to block out the noise, just be cautious that the sites are pretty close together and you will hear everything especially those that are partying while camping. Overall , I did enjoy this campground and happy to say I had my first woods camping trip here after a long time of not camping in the woods.

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Cocktails are a must when camping by the lake!
Cocktails are a must when camping by the lake!
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Boca Reservoir

Boca Reservoir

4.0
(18 reviews)
3.0 mi

I went here with the boys for Father's Day a few years ago. The place has a few spots open for…read moremultiple groups. It is a first come first serve basis. Make sure to bring a table and chairs for yourself because the other areas do not have any place to put your guns and ammo on. Make sure you bring targets and support beams to hold your targets.

Boca Rest Campground is located along the shores of Boca Reservoir, 15 minutes from Truckee, CA,…read moreand about 35 minutes to the north shore of Lake Tahoe. We chose this site out of last-minute necessity and proximity to Lake Tahoe. It's almost impossible to find last-minute camping, so we were happy to find a spot to car camp and throw some tents down after a long day on Lake Tahoe. The reservoir is very nice and water levels are still high thanks to the dam. Plenty of folks swimming, boating, and paddle boarding. The water temp was quite warmer when compared to other mountain lakes. The campground itself is very bare bones. You have a picnic table and fire ring with vault toilets. You'll want to look carefully at the site map when booking, as some of the waterfront sites are wonderful while others feel more like you're just camping in a dirt lot lol. There's very little shade here, so keep that in mind as well. If you're looking for privacy or quiet time, this is not the campground for you. The sites are squeezed in pretty close together and folks were quite loud into the night. Overall, the location and reservoir make it worth considering when exploring Truckee or Lake Tahoe. Sites are $28 with tax for 6 people. $5 for additional vehicles.

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Silver Creek Campground

Silver Creek Campground

3.4
(14 reviews)
2.1 mi

Five stars, if you don't mind noise…read more 4 PROS: 1) Cheap. $20 a night. That's like a McDonald's Value Meal. (Thanks, Obama). 2) Great location. The Truckee River is a sleepy and underrated river that is safe for innertubing if you know the few spots to avoid. It's a straight-shot, seven mile ride to Lake Tahoe, and at 1.5 miles down the road, 7-Eleven is walking distance, if you wake up early and go get coffee. [That 7-Eleven also has $8 bundles of firewood, which comes in handy when your host is empty-handed) 3) Spacious space with a low fire pit so you can see the fire better, a picnic table, and a bear locker, the bear locker locks with a noise, so it's hard to steal cookies without getting caught. 4) Relatively small, with only 21 spots, which potentially limits some neighbor noise and keeps multiple parties closer together. 4 CONS: 1) The number one complaint for all reviewers is the car noise from the steady flow of vehicles roaring up and down the 89. Tent only spots 22-28 get a little buffer because they're the furthest from the road, closest to the river, and down a small hill. 2) This is likely more rare, but there's a big house across the river, visible from sites 23-28. They hosted a party the night and went from loud to louder throughout the night. They aren't subject to Quiet Hours, and it especially intolerable when they intentionally yelled and hit our tents with flashlights. I kept thinking it was an alien invasion coming to take us away. After a while, I was hoping it was. 3) The first time we went to our hosts at #2 (D & K), they weren't there. The second time, they were out of wood. Had we not bought wood elsewhere we'd be in the dark, literally. So, don't rely on the host for wood. 4) This is minor, but the dirt roads make the Indiana Jones ride look like a block of greased marble. NOTE ON RIVER ACCESS: I expected to be level with the river, or at least able to walk to a clearing for a beachy area, to either climb rocks or wade into the water, but I didn't see clear river access aside a few paths through six feet high shrubs. [Psst, US Forest Service: Clearing a thirty-foot beach area would make for a nice, safe communal space] NOTE ON BUGS: We didn't experience yellow jackets (super late June). I used bug spray to avoid mosquitos. Not a bunch of gnats, like other sites. There are anthills, but only one adventurous ant made it into our tent. Finally, Of the 28 sites, 12 are tent-only. Of the tent-only sites, the #22-28 spots are the best, though you have to use the parking lot and can't keep your car at the site. Having a spot a hundred steps down a hill means it is a little more quiet and private, but packing and unpacking is a little tougher and time-consuming, Plus, you can't keep an eye on your ride to make sure bears aren't tearing it apart to find an four-year-old French fry. #28 is the clear winner having only one neighbor. I would avoid 25-26 because they might share a path to the parking lot. The guy is 25 kept walking through our camp (behind our bear locker), so either the separate path is nonexistent, hard to find, or he's a jabroni. My wife loved 26 for the perfectly spaced hammock trees. I assume #19-21 would be next best, being in the pocket furthest south. #9-11 are trash. I couldn't imagine staying in Spot #10. Like #9 and #11, it's practically in the parking lot, so you'd see more taillights than starlight, but 10 is on the bathroom trail. It should be renamed #2.

I usually don't write reviews but this place earned it. If you like sleeping next to the freeway…read morewith cars zooming by all through the night then this is the place for you. I am not a perfect person so I don't expect someone else to be but the lack of care and effort was clear. You won't find a piece of toilet paper to wipe your butt nor a light in the bathroom or any running water for that matter. The camp site gives no directions to find your lot. Marker post was broken and lying in the dirt. Also don't be surprised if your camp sight is a picnic bench surrounded by trees. Management comes around once a day to police the area, hard to tell that these people work for the campgrounds with no clear uniform or bedside manner just a random person driving up to your camp sight demanding you listen to their demands. Not a please a thank you or even a name in sight. Don't trust anything you read on the website because they do not or may not even know how to update the website. Safe to say that is my last time staying at silver creek campgrounds.

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Marshmallows on Chips Ahoys. They're C'hores.
I heard a jaguar, mustang, and impala pass by.  (The 89)
I heard a jaguar, mustang, and impala pass by. (The 89)
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Goose Meadow Campground

Goose Meadow Campground

3.5
(11 reviews)
2.8 mi

Here's a review you can use or adapt for the campsite:…read more Visited on April 13th The bathrooms were clean, which is always a big plus, and the general area was well-maintained. However, it was already quite crowded for mid-April, so I can only imagine how busy it gets later in the season. We didn't see a camp host during our stay, which wasn't a huge issue, but it might be something to keep in mind if you're someone who likes having that point of contact. Overall, a solid spot--just be prepared for a crowd if you're coming during the peak season.

This was our first time staying at Goose Meadow and we had a great experience! I booked a campsite…read moreback in February for Memorial Day Weekend. There was only one site left, it was one close to the road but I was just stoked to get a spot! We were bummed to get an email 2-3 weeks before the reservation that Goose Meadow wasn't able to open on time this year because of all the snow from our heavy winter. Luckily, I got another email the week of the reservation and they said the campground is able to open on time! That is largely because the camp host and some other forest service workers went out and shoveled shady spots of the campground that still had over 4ft of snow. We met the camp host during our stay and he was really nice! Our site was right across from him and we had no issues with that. We've stayed at Silver Creek and Granite Flat in the past which are the other two campgrounds on 89 between I-80 and Palisades. Goose Meadow is definitely the best out of these three! The sites are more spread out and everything feels more private because the area is more heavily wooded. Plus, there are far fewer sites here than at the other campgrounds which makes it feel more lowkey and quiet. Our site was by the road, so you can hear some cars passing by. We didn't mind as we already expected that since we've camped in this area before. The prime spots are the ones closest to the river, but those fill up fast. You can easily make reservations online. Firewood is for sale from the camp host and there are waterspouts within the campground. Walking distance to the river. Bathroom facilities were nice and very clean. Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and room for 1-3 cars (varies by site location). Only a 10 min drive to Palisades for spring skiing which you can't beat. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!

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Camp site #12
Camp site #12
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River West Resort

River West Resort

4.3
(88 reviews)
25.2 mi

After 5 years of full-time RV living, I can confidently say this is the absolute best RV park we've…read moreever stayed in. The location is unbeatable--you're close to everything in town, yet steps away from a beautiful, relaxing lounge area right on the Truckee River. The facilities are top-notch, but what truly sets this place apart is the staff. They go above and beyond to help you settle in, resolve any issues, and host fun community events. Having looked around the Reno area, no other local park even comes close to this level of quality. We are so happy we chose this place and will absolutely be back!

Can't say enough great things about this little hidden gem…read more My hubby and I usually book our campsites as we go based on our eta, weather, pit stops, etc. As hubby drove yesterday, I looked on Yelp and found a little site just outside of Reno along the river that looked promising. I tried to book online but it wouldn't let me so I called the number and spoke to a very pleasant woman who took my reservation over the phone and even offered me a first responder discount! Upon arrival, they were set up for after hours check in and very organized and timely. Chris, the security officer guided us right to our site and was very pleasant. Our site was a premium river side set up that did not disappoint! We backed up to the river with lush trees and greenery all around. There's a beautiful patio with chairs, tables and Edison string lights overlooking the river where we would sip our drinks after a long day of traveling and watch the geese and ducks in the river. There's also a couple of benches and fire pits established for campers to use. There are long term residents throughout the park, and some sites are pretty close together so we were very lucky to have gotten a premium, roomy luxurious site at last minute. We definitely recommend paying the little extra for a river front site. Site 11 & 12 are the best! PS: the staff is very responsive to texts and questions and they were a delight!

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Someone just caught a fish fly fishing
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Panorama of our site and view
Panorama of our site and view
View of truckee river

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Boca Campground

Boca Campground

3.4
(5 reviews)
8.4 mi

Overall pleasant experience camping here! Bathrooms are…read moreclean and surprisingly not smelly. Close relation to the campsites as well. Campground was the least crowded that I've ever been to which was nice. Close to the reservoir so you can enjoy your day at the lake with a short walk. Very unlevel which is not surprising being a campsite but it was hard to find a non sloped area for our tent. There are bear boxes, which I was confused about because the recreation dot gov reservation system made it seem like you had to bring your own bear proofed system. I did just in case but was happy to see a stationary bear box in our camp ground. Didn't notice too many bugs, fire pit was nice. Had a good time! We will be back

Went camping here with some friends and had a great time! Finding it was easy using google maps! We…read morebrought our dogs since they were allowed which was nice but online it said 2 dogs maximum on the site but I felt like I saw a lot of people with more than 2 dogs. The site also said dogs on a leash at all times but so many dogs were not leashed and random dogs were walking through our campsite which I didn't like and neither did my protective dog! My bathrooms were clean and didn't smell which was very nice! I didn't notice too many bugs. We did put some bug spray on at times but no mosquitoes which was good because I'm allergic. There was also bear locked boxes which was great for putting our coolers in at night even though we brought bear proof equipment since the site specified to bring your own. We went down to the lake and where we parked, we were able to walk up the hill and it was close to the bathrooms! It was a great weekend for camping and would camp here again!

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Walk down to the lake
Walk down to the lake
Boca Campground
Boca Campground

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