Campground

Facilities

The campground offers four group sites, the largest of which are called the Woodsman and Prospector sites. They each can accommodate up to 50 people. The Rancher and Trapper sites can accommodate up to 25 people.  Each group site has a central cooking and picnic area, equipped with a large campfire ring. Approximately six tables and four grills are provided at each site as well. Horseshoe pits are located at the Woodsman site.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the south side of Stampede Reservoir, which is located on the Little Truckee River, approximately eight miles above the confluence of the Little Truckee and Truckee Rivers. A forest of ponderosa pine, Jeffrey pine and fir trees covers the area providing ample shade.

Recreation

Boating, water skiing, swimming and fishing are popular activities on the reservoir. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout and kokanee salmon. A boat ramp is located a half-mile away. Many miles of hiking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross through the surrounding area. The nearby Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trail is open to hiking and mountain biking.

Recreation Sites

  • Group Standard Nonelectric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Water Sports
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Boating
  • Biking
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming

Amenities

  • Host
  • Paved Parking
  • Paved Pathways
  • Paved Roads
  • Paved Sites
  • Shade
  • Trash Collection
  • Vault Toilets
  • Water Spigot
  • Grills
  • Campfire Rings
  • Picnic Tables
  • Horseshoe Pit

Nearby Attractions

Boca Reservoir is 10 minutes south 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 restaurants, resorts and hotels, grocery stores, gas stations, shopping, and historic sites. Lake Tahoe is located 45 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 Boca Townsite Interpretive Trail, Donner Camp Interpretive Trail, Overland Emigrant Commemorative Trial, Prosser Pits OHV area, and numerous hiking, mountain biking, and OHV trails.

Getting Here

Latitude
39° 28' 14.0002" N
Longitude
120° 6' 59.0000" W

From Truckee, Calif., travel east on Highway 80 for 10 miles, to the Hirschdale Road exit. Follow Hirschdale Road/Stampede Dam Road north for eight miles, to the Stampede Reservoir. Take a left on Dog Valley Road to go over Stampede Dam. In a quarter mile the campground will be on the left.

Alternate Access: From Truckee, go north on Hwy 89 for 5 miles and take a right on Hobart Mills Road. Follow Hobart Mills Road to Dog Valley Road and take a left. In approximately 3 miles, pass the boat ramp road and Logger Campground Entrance, and in a quarter mile Emigrant Group will be on the left. 501 Stampede Dm Rd, Verdi, CA 96161

Need to Know

  • Off-highway vehicles must be trailered to and from designated OHV routes. Recreational riding is not allowed in the campground.
  • Click here for more information on the Tahoe National Forest
  • Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Truckee Ranger District (530) 587-3558 (voice), (530) 587-6907 (TDD).
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
  • Firewood available from the campground host (subject to availability).

  • Tapper and Rancher include 8 vehicles with Reservation. Prospector and Woodsman include 15 vehicles with Reservation. All additional vehicles are $5/night.  Please pay extra vehicle fee at the self-service fee tube located near campground if not paid online.

  • Campsite check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm.

  • 2 dogs maximum per site. Dogs shall always be kept on leash no longer than six feet or otherwise confined. Violation notices WILL be issued for non-compliance. 

    • Contact Information

    10811 Stockrest Springs Road
    Truckee, CA 96161
    501 Stampede Dm Rd
    Verdi, CA 96161

    For campground inquiries, please call: (530)587-3558. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 1 (877) 444-6777.

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