Findley Campground

Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SIERRAVILLE, CA, CA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Season: May through October

Findley Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. The location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, makes a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities found in the surrounding area, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Findley 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, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/findley-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Findley Campground offers a quiet, scenic base camp alongside Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest with excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and swimming. Real campers praise its peaceful atmosphere, clear water, and spacious sites with bear boxes and fire pits.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present — all sites have bear boxes. Also verify presence of Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Sierra Garter Snake, and California Mountain Kingsnake in the area.

Insider tips for Findley Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 14 sites. Avoid site 06 according to camper reports. Access via 2.4-mile easy dirt road is car-friendly; alternatively take Highway 89 if concerned about road conditions. All sites include bear boxes, fire pits, picnic tables, and drinking water access.

Skip Findley Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require cellular service — no service reported.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Findley Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Fir Top Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), East Meadow Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Little Lasier Meadows Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Wild Plum (Nevada City, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Findley Campground

Cell signal at Findley 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.

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SIERRAVILLE, CA, CA★ 4.1 (13 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Findley Campground is located alongside the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir in the Tahoe National Forest. The location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, makes a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities found in the surrounding area, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Findley Campground is operated and maintained by the Tahoe National Forest.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV80 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known 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 — none available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require cellular service — no service reported.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 14 sites.

Avoid site 06 according to camper reports.

Access via 2.4-mile easy dirt road is car-friendly; alternatively take Highway 89 if concerned about road conditions.

All sites include bear boxes, fire pits, picnic tables, and drinking water access.

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear present — all sites have bear boxes. Also verify presence of Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, Sierra Garter Snake, and California Mountain Kingsnake in the area.

Location

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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 Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west on Forest Road 07 for 18 miles, to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Proceed across the dam and continue on a paved/gravel road for approximately four miles. Turn left at the Woodcamp Recreation Area sign and proceed to the campground.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Findley Campground cost per night?+
Findley Campground costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Findley Campground open?+
Findley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Findley Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Findley Campground?+
Findley Campground can accommodate RVs up to 80 feet.
How do I make reservations at Findley Campground?+
Findley Campground 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 Findley Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Findley Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Findley Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Findley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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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$24 /night★ 4.1 (13)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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