Rarely get to give a 5 star review but my experience at River West was wonderful. The office staff…read moreand maintenance crew were friendly and helpful. The park is very quiet and kept clean. It has security and someone is available on site for those coming in after hours or who may need assistance. The long term stay area has a community full of nice and respectful people, which gives the park a nice, safe, and friendly neighborhood feel. The spaces offer a good sized lot with parking, and many have fences for pets and privacy. Most all have mature trees among them. There's a nice, shady, grassy area to enjoy a picnic or for lounging, a patio area for sitting and enjoying the view of the Truckee River and Idlewild Park. It's located close to everything Reno has to offer. Whether you just need a space for the night or somewhere to stay a little longer, this park really is a hidden gem for those wanting a friendly, conveniently located, peaceful and quiet stay.

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!

Frenchman's lake is one of our go to lakes to boat on. The…read moreboat launch is generally pretty user friendly. The lake opens up to couple of really nice areas. The camping is easy for tents or trailers. They have flushable toilets and showers at certain camps. There is lots of wildlife to watch and if you're into fishing, they have that too! The day fee is only $10 but you must have cash or check. We will for sure keep visiting!

It's been a few years since our last trip…read more I researched all the fishing reports and decided this was the place. We didn't have time for the whole weekend or else we would of headed back to Mammoth. I forgot how long of a drive it was from the highway, and the scenery wasn't as I remembered.... I think last weekend spoiled my point of view ( higher elevation and gorgeous mountains at Mammoth).... We stopped at Lunker and Snallygaster. Nothing and nothing... (I forgot to grab the rod holder).. hubby won't let me live that one down)... We got to Turkey point and it was much nicer. As we were unloading and started to walk down to the bank another two trucks pulled up. They were friendly with kids, and a huge German Shepherd! Glad he was on a leash. Out of 7 rods in the water and a few boats passing, no one had either a bite or a fish. An hour and half oases and another big group arrives and scatters. I was ready to go, didn't feel like the fish were hungry(but I was)!... I was really impressed with the bathrooms. Extremely clean and sufficient Tp!

Been coming to this KOA for a couple of years now. It offers a clean, safe environment at super…read morereasonable prices. Spots at this time of year are $35 plus tax if yo want to back in, or pay a bit more if you have a larger rig and want a pull through spot. Verdi is up and coming with new housing developments popping up around the mountains. OMG high dessert life? Oh yes indeed! Been here for a few days roaming around. Sonny flew in to RNO Thursday night and tonight is the big game! The casino is a three minute drive from the grounds, if you're feeling it. We love this place and only five stars will do

Yes great views and right next to Boomtown casino, gas station…read more Not so good if van or camper truck. There are only two bathrooms/showers when office is closed and there are locked from 2200-0600. Not so good if your rig does not have a built in restroom. They need more restrooms when the office is closed. I waited for 20 minutes while people took showers this morning. Also looks like some long term residents do collect a bit of odds and ends making their spots look trashy. And the trash bins are so full they are overflowing. Ok for a night or two. Looking for a Better camping experience keep going. Heading west Donner pass area has some camping. Heading east has some dispersed camping

We were really happy to get a spot at the last minute, to camp one last time this season. The…read moreweather is cooler, but it's so much nicer without the Summer crowds. When we arrived, we were told the bears were very active, which in this area, they usually are. There are alot of signs informing the public they are in Bear Country and what to do if they come across one. There's also information on the proper way to store food, so the bears can't get to it. Unfortunately, we see the carelessness from campers all of the time. It's very frustrating, especially when you hear a bear and cub may be euthanized because they have gotten too comfortable approaching people at the campsites and could be a danger. This place is beautiful and the bears are a treasure. If you camp here, please be responsible! Aside that, we love this campground. Staff are always very pleasant and helpful.

Another beautiful, relaxing trip to Fallen Leaf. Also have to give kudos to the teams running it…read morethis season, everything was pristine, the bathrooms, showers and all other areas were very clean! We barely pulled out of our spot when one of the camp hosts was coming in to get it set up for the next visitor. Thank you all for all the work you do!

My husband and I needed a place to stop with our 33' RV and 2 dogs while visiting family. The park…read moreis clean quiet, well maintained and the grass was beautiful. Hookups are 50amp however they put a adapter there so we just did are regular hookup. The staff Kelsey was very polite, kind and went out of her way to assist me. We parked in spot 54. There was a nice large size piece of real grass there compared to any other RV spot. They are dog friendly. I would recommend this RV park to anyone. There are a lot of permanent tenants but they are quite and keep their area well kept.

My wife and I are traveling surgical personnel and we stayed at Victorian RV throughout our…read morecontract and 2 renewals. So a total of 10 months in this RV park. Kelsey is awesome! Brandi is awesome! They take care of whatever your needs are as a guest in the park. The facilities are clean and the park itself is beautiful. The thing I liked the best about the area though, was the community. There are a lot of full time residents in the park and they are quick to welcome you, show you around, and offer advice on any issues you may come across. They also know where all the good food is located! The front office also sells items for trailer maintenance, toiletries, snacks, drinks and alcoholic beverages so drinking responsibility is only a short walk away. The only negative I have is that the park itself is tiny. It is a pretty tight fit so hauling in there is a little difficult. Especially to less experienced RV owners like myself. It is better suited for smaller rigs. My trailer is 37 feet and it did get tight. However, there are a lot of rigs in there that were bigger than mine. Overall, 10 out 10 recommend. Also, in reference to the murder/arson review. We were new to the park when that happened. Every correct action was taken to manage that situation in a professional and caring way. Both the owner (at the time) and manager Kelsey asked if we were doing ok and were completely understanding if we would have wanted to leave. We didn't. We actually did the opposite and got 2 other surgical travelers spots there. That event was a one off and nothing else even close to that happened during our stay.

Lynn is so fantastic. She went way out of her way several times to accommodate me and my special…read morerequests. Because of Lynn, I have stopped staying in Truckee when I'm in the area. This resort is well managed and has little drama within the residents. Daniel R. Thank you Lynn

Stayed at the RV Park in a Class A coach: June 28 to 30th 2025. Not a very pleasant site! In…read moreaddition to the dirt, water puddle at the door step and unsanitary toilet paper from a previous sewage spill that was not properly cleaned up; the sprinklers unexpectedly came on the morning of the 30th and since they were not properly directed shot under and onto the side of the coach. I was able to redirect the sprinklers fortunately. Also, the site was very unlevel. So not a very nice experience. I will not be returning!

Don't forget this one. This is a sleeper in the world of STAY-CATIONS. Easy access to this park in…read morethe woods halfway between Carson City and Reno. Perfect views of Washoe Valley & Lake. Hiking, biking, Bower's Mansion & pool are all just outside your tent or RV. The only draw back is that it is tempting to run to town for forgotten items or take outs. If you need to turn off the city for a few days this is a good spot. Reservations are available and recommended on the Washoe County Parks website. 2024 rates: $30.00 - Per Site/Night with 7 people maximum and 1 vehicle. $6.00 - Per night for each additional vehicle & $6.00 - Per vehicle for visitors (regardless of stay length). $1.00 - Per Pet/Night. $5.00 - RV Dump Station use, & $8.00 - Per bundle of firewood (when available) * Quarter-operated Showers ($1 for 3 minutes). Unique setting for small birthday celebrations or work gatherings because people can come, go, or stay pretty easy.

Nature Trail FTW!…read more If you've got young kiddos with little legs and want to get them outside on an easy but eventful "hike" with views and discoveries, then this is the one for you. It's a short mile loop from the parking lot that winds through some desert-esque landscapes, up into the forest, over bridges, past a pond, and across a creek before returning you to the start. The ground is pretty level, reasonably shaded, plenty of fun spots to stop for a snack or break, and there is no real elevation gain, which is what makes it perfect for the youngins. My 2.5 yr old loved every second of it and my 5 year old enjoyed thinking he was in charge of the adventures, and I was just happy to be out there with them soaking it in. This is a great little park and I'm hoping to get back there for a campout sometime soon!

Beautiful campground in Chilcoot!!! Conveniently located 40 minutes from Sparks/Reno. Look…read morecarefully at the campsite map and pick one the sites that backup to the Little Last Chance Creek. We had # 10 and it is probably the best site , you can't get your tent any closer to that creek. I would recommend #7, #10and # 25 for creek access, #9 is also a great spot but I believe it's first come first served only. I saw a few beautiful trout pulled out of the creek in the evenings when the sun is setting and the bugs come out! Don't bother fishing in the middle of the day, I'd say early morning till 9:00am and evenings after 7:00pm. The creek is an awesome place to hang on a hot day, lots of shade from the trees, water was pretty chilly in late June, quite a bit colder than the Truckee River but definitely worth doing a cold plunge or two!! No showers but they do have flush toilets and water spigots. A picture is worth 1000 words so I'll let my pictures speak for themselves......

If I'm the first to review, I can't wait to read the rest that are sure to follow for this great…read morecampsite! Camping is hardly a primitive activity anymore. It's more like sleeping outside, which is totally cool, but you still want to have that feeling of being off-the-grid, away from it all, in the midst of nature. With more people enjoying the activity these days, that is getting harder and harder. So for those of us seeking the traditional camping experience, we need to be a lot more selective, picking sites that provide privacy, plenty of personal space, and a natural setting we can enjoy. The Chilcoot Campground is just a few miles outside of the Frenchman's Lake Recreation Area, and approx. 5 miles up HWY 284 from the turn off Highway 70, about 40 minutes from Reno. It's heavily shaded by towering trees, offers large sites, and has flush toilets and running water too. If that isn't enough reason to stop here, the campground also has several amenities that make it a whole lot of fun. For starters, Little Last Chance Creek runs the length of the campground, and there are even sites that back right up to it. It doesn't move that fast, so swimming and wading are both options, and there are even some small brook trout to be caught, if you have the patience. There's also a path that runs along the creek, offering everyone in the campground access to the water. The path eventually takes you out of the campground, following the creek, offering some opportunities to get a bit of privacy from the other campers, and there are some great pools just outside that looked perfect for swimming! This campground has sites available through online reservation, but also offers first-come first-served sites as well, which is a rarity in CA. Some sites border the highway, which I wouldn't recommend, but many are partially secluded and nicely separated from the neighboring sites. Each one has a picnic table, fire ring, and you'll find a water spigot nearby for rinsing water too. The sites that border the creek are primo, as are the others on the far end of the campground, so check online to see what's there. We stayed in site 13, which was sweet! The front area was well situated with the picnic table placed appropriately, where it would receive the most shade, with the fire ring right next to it. We had ample room to setup our large camp stove, and our supplies. The site also had two large areas to setup tents, both of which were pretty well surrounded by trees, which blocked the views of other campers in adjacent sites and kept the tent cool in the hotter times of the day. On top of all this Mike, the Camp Host, was AWESOME! He really treated the whole place like it was his baby and made sure every inch was clean and clear, and guests felt right at home. I've passed this campground a million times before, but I'll never make that mistake again. It's a whole 15 minute drive to get from there to the far end of Frenchman's for fishing access, and a lot less people than in the Lake's campgrounds, meaning you can really enjoy relaxing there.

(Overdue review) We loved our camping experience at Dream…read moreCatcher! Even though it was Labor Day weekend, the campground and Lakes Basin area was so quiet and peaceful. It's a hidden gem, compared to more popular, overcrowded nature areas. Mike and Brandi were super responsive and helpful via text and in person. It truly is a family business so always happy to support that. We stayed at one of the two campsites and it seems like, at least when we were there, the rest of the RV park folks there were mostly chill, quiet seniors. We helped ourselves to free hot showers (!!!!) and had the sparkling clean restrooms pretty much to ourselves the entire weekend. Nice hiking trail on their property, games and activities available if you choose. We chose to SUP, check out all the pretty lakes in the area. Highly recommend this campground, will visit again.

What a beautiful spot. It felt like the 3 couples we had, had the entire park to ourselves. Clean…read morerestrooms, super funny signs that will make you want to potty in every stall. Only complaint is Dale and the boys working on their trucks ALL NIGHT LONG. I don't know what they were on but it rhymes with Shmeth. People actually live on the SE side of the campground so unless you're in to tweakers banging on things all night, don't stay on that side of the campground. Super loud metal on metal and welding and grinding. I didn't plan on staying at an auto shop but here we are. So we have to be quiet after 10 but they can rage all night? No thanks I do appreciate the care that the owners have put in to this spot, again, super clean and very well maintained. Location is great for golf, local restaurants etc. I'd stay here again but Dale and the boys better put their tools away. Other than that, super great experience

Goose Lake campground is a small Forest Service campground located on the Gold Lake Highway just…read moresouth of the more well-known Gold Lake campground. It is often simply used as overflow for the latter. However, although much smaller than Gold Lake, it is no less beautiful, and the lack of motorized watercraft give it a quieter, more serene appearance. Not camping at the time, we were simply looking for a nice lake to have a picnic by that was accessible by car. In the Lakes Basin area, in spite of what everyone says, this is no mean feat. The forest service seems to assume that the great majority of users have four-wheel-drive vehicles anyway, so no sense wasting money fixing the multitude of hazardous potholes on seemingly every access road. At this campground, we took one look at the dirt campground road and its giant potholes, and aborted an attempt to drive in. Fortunately, off the highway just south of the entrance is a large dirt area to park, fairly devoid of holes, that had a walk-in path to the campground and the lake. Goose Lake is a short walk from that parking area, and if you don't mind sitting on a rock, there is an abundance of beautiful areas to have lunch by and enjoy the water. Even if you only have a short amount of time, Goose Lake is worth a visit. The campground is small, with only 13 spots, and was quite quiet during our midday visit. The big disadvantage to this campground: no water. You would probably need to make visits to nearby Gold Lake and refill water supplies. The vault toilet was clean and relatively odor free. The daily camping fee is only $10, and does not take reservations. To reach the campground, go south on Highway 89 from Graeagle for 2 miles, then proceed south for 12 miles on the Gold Lake Highway. Definitely a four star for day use, but potholes and the lack of water knocks it down a star for camping...

I've never been, but I just bought 1.3 acres... dead flat land, super cheap…read more Now I have more of an incentive to drive seven hours to go visit.