East Meadow Campground
Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: SIERRAVILLE, CA, CA
Price: From $24 per night
Price range: $24–$48 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (104 reviews)
Season: May through October
East Meadow Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides for a great base camp, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. East Meadow Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/east-meadow-campground to be notified when sites open up.
East Meadow Campground offers a scenic location alongside Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest with excellent recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, hiking, and water sports. Campers consistently rate it 4.5/5 stars, praising the proximity to the lake and family-friendly atmosphere.
Wildlife alert: Snowshoe Hare, Mule Deer, California Spotted Owl, Western Tanager, Sierra Garter Snake, Mountain Garter Snake, and California Mountain Kingsnake present in the area.
Insider tips for East Meadow Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground that fills up quickly First-come, first-serve sites available but unreliable; reserved sites recommended Double sites available that can accommodate both RVs and tents with multiple vehicles
Skip East Meadow Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require shower facilities—restrooms are vault toilets only. You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window.
Best time to visit East Meadow Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Pass Creek Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Little Lasier Meadows Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Woodcamp Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Findley Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at East Meadow Campground
Cell signal at East Meadow Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
East Meadow Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location provides for a great base camp, allowing visitors to enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. East Meadow Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground that fills up quickly
First-come, first-serve sites available but unreliable; reserved sites recommended
Double sites available that can accommodate both RVs and tents with multiple vehicles
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Take Interstate 80 to the Truckee/Highway 89 North exit. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles, to the turnoff for Jackson Meadows. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Turn into the campground at the Pass Creek Campground sign.
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.
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