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Upper Little Truckee Campground

22 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 60 ftWaterside

Upper Little Truckee Campground is a 22-site campground in Tahoe National Forest near Sierraville, California. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Sierraville, CA · Map and directions
Campsites
22 (1 group)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
60 ft
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Not listed: check current fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(530) 994-3401

About Upper Little Truckee Campground

Upper Little Truckee Campground is located on Highway 89, about 12 miles north of Truckee. Its location makes it a great base camp for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hunting, hiking and biking. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Upper Little Truckee Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Other campgrounds nearby

Lower Little Truckee Campground

1 mi away

15 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 45 ftWaterside

Cold Creek Campground

5 mi away

13 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 30 ftWaterside

Cottonwood Creek Campground

6 mi away

48 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 45 ftWaterside

Logger Campground

7 mi away

202 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 50 ftWaterside

Lakeside (Truckee) Campground

8 mi away

42 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 50 ftWaterside

Prosser Family Campground

9 mi away

29 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 60 ftWaterside

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Frequently asked questions

Does Upper Little Truckee Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Upper Little Truckee Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Upper Little Truckee Campground?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 60 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.

Are dogs allowed at Upper Little Truckee Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.