Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Truckee, CA, CA★ 4.2 (41 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Boyington Mill Campground is located along the Little Truckee River, just 20 minutes from Truckee. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, abundant hiking opportunities and off-road trails. Stampede and Boca reservoirs are nearby for boating and swimming.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV60 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - campground has no hookups at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer large campgrounds - only 12 total sites available
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground with only 12 sites
Fly-fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Little Truckee River is a primary draw
Stampede and Boca reservoirs are nearby for additional boating and swimming options
Best: Year-round
Campground operates year-round according to verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Great Basin Rattlesnake present in area; also watch for Mule Deer, Pronghorn, and Great Blue Heron near water
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
(530) 587-3558. FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CALL: 1 (877) 444-6777.· Tahoe National Forest
Getting there →
From Truckee, travel east on Highway 80 for 10 miles, to the Hirschdale Road exit. Follow Hirschdale Road approximately five miles north, to the campground. 14745 Stampede Meadows Road, Floriston, CA 96111
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tahoe National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Tahoe National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Boyington Mill cost per night?+
Boyington Mill costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Boyington Mill open?+
Boyington Mill is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Boyington Mill have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Boyington Mill?+
Boyington Mill can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Boyington Mill?+
Boyington Mill is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Boyington Mill?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Boyington Mill is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Boyington Mill open, and what are check-in times?+
Boyington Mill is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$20 /night★ 4.2 (41)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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