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Silver Creek-Truckee

Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Truckee, CA4.1 (108)
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Silver Creek Campground is located on the Truckee River, off of Highway 89, between Truckee and Tahoe City. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and hiking opportunities, as well as its proximity to Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley. This facility is operated and maintained by Lake Tahoe Hospitality LLC for the Tahoe National Forest.Silver Creek Campground is centrally located between Prosser, Boca and Stampede Reservoirs to the north and Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley to the south.

Things to do nearby

Tahoe National ForestTruckee RiverDonner Camp Interpretive Trail

Best For

AnglersHikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Vault Toilets
Drinking Water
Fishing
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Silver Creek-Truckee cost per night?+
Silver Creek-Truckee costs $20 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Silver Creek-Truckee open?+
Silver Creek-Truckee is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Silver Creek-Truckee have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Silver Creek-Truckee?+
Silver Creek-Truckee can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet long.
How do I make reservations at Silver Creek-Truckee?+
Silver Creek-Truckee is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Silver Creek-Truckee from the nearest town?+
Silver Creek-Truckee is located in Truckee, CA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
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