Woodcamp Campground

Tahoe National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: SIERRAVILLE, CA, CA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: May through October

Woodcamp Campground is located on the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking. Woodcamp Campground is operated by Nevada Irrigation District in cooperation with the Tahoe National Forest.Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing.

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/woodcamp-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Woodcamp Campground sits on scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir in Tahoe National Forest, offering excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and water sports. Reviewers praise the beautiful wooded setting, low light pollution for stargazing, and easy walking distance to the reservoir.

Wildlife alert: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, California Spotted Owl, Cooper's Hawk, California Mountain Kingsnake, Sierra Garter Snake, Common Merganser, Cliff Swallow, and Snowshoe Hare present in the area.

Insider tips for Woodcamp Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly. About 1 mile of dirt road required from Highway 89; mostly paved approach otherwise. Bring a self-contained RV or tent — no hookups available at sites.

Skip Woodcamp Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at this campground.. You prefer improved road access — final approach includes gravel/dirt road..

Best time to visit Woodcamp Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Fir Top Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Findley Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), East Meadow Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA), Little Lasier Meadows Campground (SIERRAVILLE, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Woodcamp Campground

Cell signal at Woodcamp 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★ 3.8 (24 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Woodcamp Campground is located on the scenic Jackson Meadow Reservoir, in the Tahoe National Forest. Its location, part of the Woodcamp Recreation Area, provides a great base camp for a wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking. Woodcamp Campground is operated by Nevada Irrigation District in cooperation with the Tahoe National Forest.Jackson Meadow Reservoir offers excellent opportunities for boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming and fishing.

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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 RV42 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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 this campground.✕ You prefer improved road access — final approach includes gravel/dirt road.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly.

About 1 mile of dirt road required from Highway 89; mostly paved approach otherwise.

Bring a self-contained RV or tent

no hookups available at sites.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

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: Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, California Spotted Owl, Cooper's Hawk, California Mountain Kingsnake, Sierra Garter Snake, Common Merganser, Cliff Swallow, and Snowshoe Hare present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Interstate 80, exit onto Highway 89 in Truckee. Follow Highway 89 north for 17 miles to the Jackson Meadows turnoff. Travel west for 18 miles, to Jackson Meadows Reservoir. Cross over the dam and continue to the junction. Turn left and continue to the Woodcamp Recreation Area.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Woodcamp Campground cost per night?+
Woodcamp Campground costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Woodcamp Campground open?+
Woodcamp Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Woodcamp Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Woodcamp Campground?+
Woodcamp Campground can accommodate RVs up to 42 feet.
How do I make reservations at Woodcamp Campground?+
Woodcamp 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 Woodcamp Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Woodcamp Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Woodcamp Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Woodcamp 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
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
maps.googleapis.com
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★ 3.8 (24)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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